Senior Characterization & Reliability Engineer for Power Semiconductors

The role

This person will characterize vertical GaN devices for target applications using on-wafer and packaged device test setups. The role supports the commercialization of vertical GaN technology.

What you will do

• Characterize vertical GaN devices using on-wafer and packaged device test setups
• Design circuit boards for packaged device tests such as UIS and switching performance
• Perform data analysis and measurement automation
• Extract key power device parameters for data sheets
• Work effectively across cross-functional teams and with external partners

Required qualifications

• Master's degree or PhD in electrical engineering with a focus on power device design/characterization or 5+ years of relevant industry experience
• Deep knowledge of electrical characterization of power devices (IV, CV, pulsed IV, gate charge, etc.) using high-voltage test instrumentation and curve tracers for on-wafer probing with semiautomatic
• Ability to design circuit boards for packaged device tests such as UIS and switching performance
• Familiarity with JEDEC qualification standards (HTRB, HTGB, TDDB, thermal cycling, etc.) and their evaluation
• Strong computer skills with proficiency in python/MATLAB or similar for data analysis and measurement automation
• Well-versed in key power device parameter extraction for data sheets
• Experience with schematic entry, circuit simulation, and PCB layout tools
• Excellent communication skills

Nice to have

• Power circuit design experience with GaN or SiC
• Familiarity with power devices for medium voltage (600-1200 V) applications such as GaN HEMTs, SiC MOSFETs, or Si IGBTs

Benefits

• competitive salary
• comprehensive benefits package
• participation in our stock option program

About the company

Vertical Semiconductor is an MIT spin-out leading the development of vertical gallium nitride (GaN) power transistors.