Global Director Product Quality Reliability and Failure Analysis

Reliability Senior Manager / Director page is loaded Reliability Senior Manager / Directorlocations: Newport, UKtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: JR-7037Vishay manufactures one of the world's largest portfolios of discrete semiconductors and passive electronic components that are essential to innovative designs in the automotive, industrial, computing, consumer, telecommunications, military, aerospace, and medical markets. We help the world's most in-demand technologies come to life. Every day our products touch your life and the lives of people across the world, though you likely do not know it. Come join us and help us build The DNA of tech. This position will be located in Newport, South Wales, U.K. Key Responsibilities: Design and drive the enablement of world-class Quality and Reliability requirements for wide-bandgap (SiC) power product release to the market, that meet both industry standards (JEDEC and AEC) and customer requirements Establish the industry best-in-class methodology to test and to characterize SiC power semiconductor devices to understand their reliability and failure mechanisms during R&D, Transfer (New Product Introduction or NPI) and High-Volume-Manufacturing (HVM). Design experiments and co-ordinate statistical studies to determine device reliability, for example gate oxide lifetime marathon test, time-dependent dielectric breakdown. Lead and collaborate with R&D, Engineering and Operation in establishing screening and burn-in procedures for SiC power devices to meet product quality requirements, to comply to industry requirement (JEDEC and AEC) and to meet specifics customer requirements (e.g. Board Level Reliability) during R&D, NPI and HVM. Lead and contribute to R&D, NPI and HVM quality/reliability projects, presenting results to senior management / external stakeholders (including non-technical staff). Design the requirements for quality and reliability test equipment, coordinate their development and enable transfer to manufacturing when needed Collaborate closely with both internal and external stakeholders, including R&D, Engineering, Marketing, and academic collaborators. Represent the company in the industry council such as JEDEC or AECQ. Knowledge and Experience You'll Need: A PhD or Masters-level degree in electronics engineering, physics or any other microelectronics-related field; At least 5 years of post-graduation experience in the field of wide-bandgap power semiconductor technology (ideally SiC); Experience in reliability testing of SiC MOSFETs and diodes, both at wafer- and package-level; preferred to have GaN experiences as well. A good understanding of statistical analysis and design of experiments; Knowledge of semiconductor TCAD tools for device simulation, i.e. Synopsys Sentaurus, Silvaco Victory; Background in electronics engineering for system understanding in the field of power electronics. Excellent problem-solving skills - able to identify problems and/or opportunities for improvement and assesses viable solutions. Develop and execute comprehensive action plans. Ability to effectively manage multiple assignments concurrently, including ability to assess and manage priorities. Effective communications skills, particularly the ability to communicate technical expertise. Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills. Must be able to build rapport with Operations and cross-functional colleagues and be able to foster collaborative relationships.You will have a comprehensive, demonstrable background in power semiconductors / semiconductor physics and/or electronics engineering. You will approach tasks in a logic-based way, along with having the ability and motivation to develop novel and creative ideas. Your communication skills will enable seamless collaboration both with our manufacturing partners and internally, and you will know how to build and maintain lasting relationships in international and cross-functional project teams. If so, apply today. Vishay helps the world's most in-demand technologies come to life. Every day our products touch your life and the lives of people across the world, though you likely do not know it. Since 1962, we have defined what technology can be through our electronic components-we can also help you define your future. With us, you'll experience unique career paths, an open and collaborative culture, a stable business that will be there for you, and opportunities to work globally and locally. Come join us and help us build the DNA of tech. Building your experience.Along with the freedom and support to build your unique career, comes responsibility. Career advancement is earned, not given, at Vishay.Some of the attributes of successful Vishay employees include: Self-driven and hardworking Intellectually and culturally flexible, curious and eager to learn Excited to give, and receive, a challenge Have strong integrity & ethics Thrive in a teamwork environmentWe welcome you to identify new opportunities, take chances, and show your ability-speaking up and stepping up will open doors to leadership, cross-team, cross-functional, and cross-border experiences that will define and redefine your development.