Experienced GaN Technology R&D Engineer

About GlobalFoundries:

GlobalFoundries is a leading full-service semiconductor foundry providing a unique combination of design, development, and fabrication services to some of the world’s most inspired technology companies. With a global manufacturing footprint spanning three continents, GlobalFoundries makes possible the technologies and systems that transform industries and give customers the power to shape their markets. For more information, visit www.gf.com.

Summary of Role:
GlobalFoundries' Research and Development and Product Line Organization is looking for semiconductor engineers with industry experience in developing high performance GaN processing to join our team driving innovative fab based technology development in Burlington, VT for markets in RF and Power applications. Successful applicants will become a member of a broader center of excellence in GaN technology and part of a global development infrastructure driving innovation across dozens of technology platforms. Engineers with a Masters or Ph. D. degree in semiconductor or related disciplines and over 3 years of industry R&D experience in Wide Bandgap semiconductor technologies are strongly preferred.
 

Other Responsibilities:

• Perform all activities in a safe and responsible manner and support all Environmental, Health, Safety & Security requirements and programs.
   

Essential Responsibilities        

This position offers the unique opportunity to develop innovative GaN technologies as a Process Integration Engineer and deliver performance and reliability demonstration across technology development qualification milestones from conception through manufacturing installation.  Initial responsibilities include developing innovative process sequences and device structures that meet our customer's performance, reliability, yield, and cost objectives.  Expanded roles include leading and driving interactions with various engineering teams across functions: device test and characterization, failure analysis, unit process, reliability, manufacturing, and research organizations, to facilitate and achieve program success.  
 

• Education: Bachelor's or master's degree in electrical engineering, chemical, materials science, or other relevant engineering or physical science discipline. 

• Years of Experience: 3+ years in industry role in semiconductor processing and development. 

• Fluency in English Language – written & verbal. 

• Ability to relocate to work in Essex Junction, VT (this is not a remote position).  Must be able to work in the United States.    

Preferred Qualifications:  

• 5+ Years of Experience in GaN / Wide Bandgap Semiconductor processing and process development. 

• Master’s Degree or PhD in Engineering, Materials Science, Solid State Physics or other relevant engineering or physical science discipline. 

• Excellent interpersonal skills, energetic, motivated, and self-driven.

• Demonstrate ability to work well within a global matrixed team or environment with minimal supervision. 

• Outstanding communication skills - both written and verbal. 

• Demonstrated ability to communicate well with all levels of the organization and experience in working with external constituencies.

• Strong organizational skills; demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and able to react to shifting priorities to meet business needs. 

• Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and commitments.