Principal Engineer, Process Development Engineering

About the role

Analog Devices is looking for a Principal Engineer in Process Development Engineering in Limerick. The role sits between business units and the company's internal and foundry manufacturing processes, bringing new technologies to manufacturing across internal and external sites. It covers process development, device development, design and layout, product qualification and volume manufacturing. The position is experienced level, first shift days, with about 10% travel required.

Key responsibilities

• Communicate and interpret requirements within a cross-functional environment.
• Progress a product or technology through the product development cycle.
• Support internal and external customers with general inquiries.
• Continuously improve new product technology processes for the foundry organization.

Required profile

• MS or PhD in Material Science, Physics or a related field.
• 10+ years of semiconductor industry experience in wafer fabrication, semiconductor process development, design and device physics.
• Knowledge of semiconductor processing and devices preferred; knowledge of magnetic technology or processing also preferred.
• Ability to lead and coordinate technical projects with diverse, cross-functional teams.
• Self-motivated, able to work independently and drive continuous improvement.
• Willingness to work with global teams and communicate clearly and consistently with customers, cross-functional teams and foundries.

Required skills

• Understanding of device performance and process integration interactions, and of integrated circuit functionality and device characterization.
• Understanding of statistical process control and lean manufacturing methods.
• Experience characterizing, understanding and improving semiconductor device performance and reliability.
• Technical writing, project management and independent research skills.