Applications Engineer - Magnetic & Optical Components

SUMMARYThe New Product Application Engineering Team at ROHM Semiconductor has an immediate opportunity for an System Applications Engineer - specialization in Magnetic and Optical semiconductor components. We are seeking a dynamic and talented physics or electronics engineering graduate who will be responsible for supporting technical topics. You will work on magnetic & optical components such as Hall sensors, ICs, LEDs, Photodiodes and MEMs components for consumer applications, with emphasis on technical topics, and device reliability. You will lead technical engagements and guide product development teams on next generation technical requirements.This is an exciting role to develop technical and customer facing skills required for a technologist career in the semiconductor and consumer electronics industry. Come be a part of our startup-like, fast-paced environment with an established company. ROHM is committed to having a diverse workplace and invites you.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESTo perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily.Engage with key customer engineers, at many levels to work on challenging real-world problems and win the design-in of ROHM productsWork closely with colleagues in engineering, sales and marketing teams to provide technical support during all stages of the product life cycleWork closely with customers during the design phase, understanding the full scope of the customers' requirements to help guide the development teamsWork closely with the development teams to assist in the validation processParticipate in new product design reviews both internally and externallyGenerate customer specific presentations to clearly illustrate final product application and benefitsQUALIFICATIONSEducation/Training and Experience:Advanced Degree(s) in Electrical Engineering or Semiconductor Device Physics and Optics, or applicable majorMinimum 3+ year's of work history and demonstrated skills & background in application/system engineering in the Semiconductor industryDeep technical strengths in device physics or magnetic and optical semiconductor components and core electrical engineering conceptsFailure analysisDemonstrate professional business acumenStrong communication abilities - oral, written, and listeningPossess effective organizational and negotiation skillsFluent English - oral and writtenBilingual skills highly preferred, beneficial- English/JapaneseBackground and Knowledge of:Magnetic device characterization: Sensitivity characterization of magnetic sensors; analysis and modeling of variations of electrical performance, reliability, linearity, hysteresis, etch depth analysis, I-V characterization, noise characterization, manufacturing topics related to magnetic sensors, packaging topics of magnetic sensorsOptical device characterization: LED analysis, single/multi-die package design, optical architecture design, product specification, performance validation, reliability studies; imaging-spectroscopy, nanofabrication, process integration, FTIR spectroscopy, emission, irradiance and reflectance analysisMEMS device: analysis, design, fabrication and manufacturing, reliabilityPreferred Skills: Experience in failure analyses and reliability of device physics manufacturing in discrete, optical, and/or analog/digital/mixed-signal LSI semiconductor design; semiconductor packaging design and manufacturing process technology; failure analysis equipment knowledge in SEM/EDX, OBIRCH, FT-IRConsult end users to test and debug applications to meet customer needs, assist in resolving customer technical issuesIdentify, analyze, and resolve system design weaknessesDemonstrated experience in successful customer and team relationshipsFormulate and deliver presentations and demosAbilities/Attitudes:Coordinate efforts of several individuals to achieve a work goalRecognize and respond successfully to problem situationsDetail-oriented and results-driven skillsStrong analytical skillsStrong critical-thinking and problem-solving abilitiesIdentify new business opportunitiesComplete assigned tasks within specified time limitsDiligent customer follow-upUnderstand job procedures, equipment and methods, responsibilities and scope of dutiesDemonstrate a consistent, dependable work effort, and a positive work attitudeWorks effectively in a collaborative team environmentDisplay initiative, motivation and use of good judgmentSome travel may be required (domestic/international)Other Skills Required: Time Management, Problem-solving, Computerized Systems, Organizational, Communication, Interpersonal, Attention to Detail, Ability to work in diverse and fast-paced environments or flexible to changing directionsWork Conditions/Physical Requirements: Office environment, driving vehicle, airline flights, lift, stand, sit, bend, reach, pull, repetitive motion.ROHM offers a competitive salary and benefits package. Starting annual salary range is $100,000 - $160,000 dependent on experience. Upon request, reasonable accommodation will be provided to applicants and employees with qualifying disabilities. Please contact resumes@rohmsemiconductor.com or 858.625.3600 for assistance with applying. Pre-employment screenings are conducted on final candidates.ROHM is an Equal Opportunity Employer.Power Up your career!No agencies and no phone calls please