Staff IC Foundry Engineer

Vishay Intertechnology Inc.; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. in San Jose, CA is seeking a Staff IC Foundry Engineer to join our growing R&D team. You will work closely with design and product engineering to deliver cutting-edge IC solutions for power systems.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s degree in electrical engineering or related field, has deep expertise in foundry processes (BCD preferred), DOE design, and data-driven yield optimization, with excellent communication across external foundry partners.

Qualifications

• Masters degree in electrical engineering, Power Electronics, Materials Science, Physics Engineering, or related technical discipline.
• Strong knowledge of semiconductor manufacturing processes and IC fabrication technologies.
• Experience with BCD process technologies, including understanding of device structures, process integration, and yield mechanisms.
• Proven experience investigating yield excursions and performing root-cause analysis.
• Hands-on experience designing and analyzing DOE experiments.
• Strong proficiency in statistical data analysis and data mining tools.
• Ability to interpret large datasets and translate findings into actionable process improvements.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to effectively engage and influence external foundry partners and internal cross-functional teams.
• Self-driven, analytical, and results-oriented with strong problem-solving capabilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and thrive in a collaborative team environment.

Responsibilities

• Investigate, analyze, and resolve silicon yield, reliability, and process-related issues across IC product lines.
• Serve as the primary technical interface with semiconductor foundries, driving issue resolution and managing technical communications related to process performance, yield excursions, and manufacturing improvements.
• Develop a deep understanding of foundry process technologies, with emphasis on BCD processes and associated device characteristics.
• Design, execute, and analyze Design of Experiments to identify root causes, optimize process windows, and improve yield and product performance.
• Perform statistical analysis of wafer fabrication, parametric, electrical test, and yield data to identify trends, correlations, and improvement opportunities.
• Collaborate closely with design, product, test, reliability, and foundry engineering teams to drive process and product optimization.
• Evaluate process changes and technology enhancements, assessing their impact on device performance, reliability, manufacturability, and yield.
• Develop technical reports, presentations, and recommendations based on data-driven analysis and engineering investigations.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product quality, manufacturing efficiency, and cost effectiveness.

Skills

Statistical analysis

DOE experiments

Root-cause analysis

Data mining tools

Process optimization

Communication with foundries

Cross-functional collaboration

Project management

Analytical thinking

Multitasking

Education

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Job description

San Jose, CA, United States of America | Research & Development

We are seeking great talent to help us build The DNA of tech.

Vishay manufactures one of the world's largest portfolios of discrete semiconductors and passive electronic components that are essential to innovative designs in the automotive, industrial, computing, consumer, telecommunications, military, aerospace, and medical markets. We help the world's most in-demand technologies come to life. Every day our products touch your life and the lives of people across the world, though you likely do not know it. Come join us and help us build The DNA of tech.

Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. is a Fortune 1,000 Company listed on the NYSE (VSH).

Do you want to help us build the DNA of tech.? Vishay is currently seeking applicants for a Staff IC Foundry Engineer.

We are currently looking for a Staff IC Foundry Engineer to join our growing team in San Jose, California, that develops integrated circuits at the heart of modern power systems. We are looking for an engineer who is highly self-driven, takes ownership of their work, and thrives in a collaborate team environment. You will work closely with our design and product engineering teams to ensure successful product development to deliver cutting edge solutions to the market.

Job Location:

This position will be filled near our Vishay offices in San Jose, CA.

What you will be doing:

• Investigate, analyze, and resolve silicon yield, reliability, and process-related issues across IC product lines.
• Serve as the primary technical interface with semiconductor foundries, driving issue resolution and managing technical communications related to process performance, yield excursions, and manufacturing improvements.
• Develop a deep understanding of foundry process technologies, with emphasis on BCD processes and associated device characteristics.
• Design, execute, and analyze Design of Experiments to identify root causes, optimize process windows, and improve yield and product performance.
• Perform statistical analysis of wafer fabrication, parametric, electrical test, and yield data to identify trends, correlations, and improvement opportunities.
• Collaborate closely with design, product, test, reliability, and foundry engineering teams to drive process and product optimization.
• Evaluate process changes and technology enhancements, assessing their impact on device performance, reliability, manufacturability, and yield.
• Develop technical reports, presentations, and recommendations based on data-driven analysis and engineering investigations.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product quality, manufacturing efficiency, and cost effectiveness.

What you will bring along:

• Masters degree in electrical engineering, Power Electronics, Materials Science, Physics Engineering, or related technical discipline.
• Strong knowledge of semiconductor manufacturing processes and IC fabrication technologies.
• Experience with BCD process technologies, including understanding of device structures, process integration, and yield mechanisms
• Proven experience investigating yield excursions and performing root-cause analysis.
• Hands-on experience designing and analyzing DOE experiments.
• Strong proficiency in statistical data analysis and data mining tools
• Ability to interpret large datasets and translate findings into actionable process improvements.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to effectively engage and influence external foundry partners and internal cross-functional teams.
• Self-driven, analytical, and results-oriented with strong problem-solving capabilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and thrive in a collaborative team environment.

What can we offer you for your talent:

Vishay offers a comprehensive suite of benefit programs including health care coverage, financial support programs and other resources designed to help you achieve your personal and professional goals. With us, you'll experience unique career paths, an open and collaborative culture, a stable business that will be there for you, and opportunities to work globally and locally.

Vishay committed to a workplace free of harassment and unlawful discrimination. We do not engage in discrimination or harassment based on race, color, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, ethnicity or national origin, disability, pregnancy, religion, political affiliation, union membership, covered veteran status, protected genetic information or marital status in hiring and employment practices.

It is the policy of Vishay to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all colleagues and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, gender, pregnancy/childbirth, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability or perceived disability, genetic information, citizenship, veteran or military status or a person’s relationship or association with a protected veteran, including spouses and other family members, marital or domestic partner status, or any other category protected by federal, state and/or local laws.

Vishay has been growing for over 60 years and we're always looking for new people who are passionate about tech, innovation and helping transform the world around us.