Lead Reliability Engineer for Power Electronics

3 weeks ago

Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom Cambridge GaN Devices Full time

Position: Senior/Principal Reliability Engineer (Power Devices)

Department – Research & Development Engineering

Company Overview

Cambridge GaN Devices (CGD) is an innovative technology company focused on revolutionizing energy efficiency through advanced power switching solutions. Our mission is to minimize energy waste and promote the use of efficient power electronics, contributing to reduced CO2 emissions and more compact electronic devices. As a fabless semiconductor firm, CGD emerged from the prestigious Electronics Department at the University of Cambridge, specializing in the design, development, and commercialization of power transistors and Integrated Circuits utilizing Gallium Nitride (GaN), the most efficient material available.

With a global push towards energy conservation and sustainable resource utilization, the power electronics sector is poised for significant advancements in the coming decade. Our team, comprised of industry leaders with extensive experience in power semiconductors, is at the forefront of this energy transformation.

Role Overview

We are seeking a Senior/Principal Reliability Engineer to enhance our engineering capabilities. This role will primarily focus on the reliability aspects of CGD's GaN power devices and Integrated Circuits. Responsibilities include designing reliability experiments, conducting analyses, and developing reliability models. The successful candidate will also create new electrical reliability tests specifically for GaN ICs, collaborating with TCAD and multi-physics simulation engineers to gain insights into device reliability. This position offers the opportunity to expand knowledge in power devices, GaN technology, and reliability testing, all of which are critical to GaN device research and development.

The Senior/Principal Reliability Engineer will be accountable for generating reliable data and insights for CGD and our clients.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design and implement reliability characterization experiments for GaN power ICs.
  • Develop characterization strategies and testing plans (DOE).
  • Create reliability models for GaN devices.
  • Innovate new testing methodologies for GaN-IC reliability.
  • Compose reliability-focused application notes and white papers.
  • Oversee reliability components of Technology R&D and Product R&D initiatives.
  • Conduct customer-specific testing protocols.
  • Lead TCAD and multi-physics simulation projects to derive reliability insights.
  • Collaborate with electrical engineers to enhance reliability characterization systems.

Qualifications

Essential

  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering or scientific discipline.
  • Extensive knowledge of power semiconductor device reliability, particularly GaN.
  • Proficient in statistical data analysis methods and software tools such as JMP, Minitab, or Python.
  • Strategic thinker with practical experience and skills.
  • Able to inspire confidence among colleagues, partners, and clients.
  • Adaptable to a dynamic start-up environment.
  • Willingness to travel and collaborate with partners across Europe, the Americas, and Asia.
  • Proactive and responsive to evolving project and business needs.
  • Strong communication and presentation skills, particularly in writing technical documents and presenting to audiences.
  • Detail-oriented with a commitment to high-quality results.

Desirable

  • In-depth understanding of wide bandgap semiconductor device physics, especially GaN power devices.
  • Experience in power electronics, particularly in circuits for reliability testing.
  • Familiarity with finite element modeling (TCAD and multi-physics).
  • Background in semiconductor failure analysis.
  • Knowledge of power device packaging technologies and their reliability implications.
  • Project management certifications.
  • Six Sigma black belt certification.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary.
  • Share options program available.
  • Pension scheme with company contributions.
  • Life insurance coverage.
  • BUPA Cash Plan (Level 3).
  • Flexible working arrangements.
  • Generous annual leave policy.
  • Opportunities for training and professional development.
  • Cycle to work initiative.
  • Involvement in collaborative projects with the University of Cambridge and other partners.
  • Referral bonuses for recruitment.
  • Regular social activities and team-building events.

Commitment to Diversity

We believe in fostering an inclusive and diverse community of talented individuals to drive innovation in power electronics. We are dedicated to providing equal opportunities to all employees and applicants, regardless of their background.

Our collaborative hybrid working model supports a diverse workforce, with team members working from various locations.

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