SiC Power Device Research Scientist - MVHV Design

OverviewIn this position within Wolfspeed's Power Device Technology Development department, you will be leading device development projects for next-generation silicon carbide (SiC) power devices (MOSFETs, JFETs, JBS diodes and high voltage IGBTs) with an emphasis on High Voltage Bipolar Devices.You will participate in all aspects of silicon carbide power device development, with a focus on device design efforts. You will interact with key customers as well as colleagues from Process Development, Test and Validation, Reliability, and New Product Introduction to master understanding of the full product life cycle of the new technologies.ResponsibilitiesLead device development efforts in high performance SiC power switching devicesParticipate in device concept development activities in various SiC device structures, including SiC power MOSFETs, JFETs, BJTs, IGBTs, PiN diodes, JBS diodes, and GTO thyristorsExplore new device concepts for future High Voltage / Medium Voltage SiC power devicesPerform Design of Experiment (DoE) activities for performance optimization of High Voltage SiC power devicesProvide optimum device designs with considerations to manufacturability and reliabilityHands on characterization of experimental devicesData analysis of experimental dataInteract with teams in power electronics applications, fab process development, reliability, and modeling, and deliver device designs with optimal characteristics for target applicationsPrepare technical presentations and papers for internal meetings, conferences and journalsRequirementsPh.D. in Electrical Engineering, Solid State Physics, or closely related area5 – 10 years of industrial experience in high voltage silicon bipolar power device development preferredStrong understanding in semiconductor device physicsExperience in hands-on characterization of power semiconductor devicesWorking knowledge of commercial TCAD toolsWorking knowledge of CAD layout toolsUnderstanding of semiconductor fabrication processes and process integrationUnderstanding of semiconductor device characterization methodsDesign of experiments and data interpretation skillsAbility to work in a team settingExcellent analytical and problem-solving skillsExcellent communication and presentation skillsMust be authorized to work in the USAThis role may require additional duties and/or assignments as designated by management.Equal Opportunity EmployerWolfspeed is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other characteristics protected by law.J-18808-Ljbffr