Senior Director Device/Process Technology

About the role

The Senior Director of Device Development and Process Technology leads engineering teams, manages semiconductor process technologies, and architectes ESD solutions across both internal Renesas fabs and external foundries. A strong background in device/physics/process technology is essential. Key responsibilities include process specifications, compliance matrix, device characterization, device safe operation limits, escalation resolution associated with tape-out and ramp process tech related blockers. Business-related tasks involve wafer cost modeling and optimization, new investment ROI, competitive benchmark, long-term manufacturing strategy, and interfacing with business units, key customers, and suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Lead the definition, optimization, and scaling of advanced active and passive semiconductor devices for all product groups
• Define, develop, and execute plans of record, including schedules, deliverables, and risks
• Lead process definition, documentation, management, and continuous improvement to align with key stakeholders’ needs
• Optimize device structures using TCAD simulation tools to maximize performance, power, and area (PPA)
• Drive cross-functional execution within internal foundry and at external foundry partners to achieve technology POR KPIs
• Evaluate process window impacts on device characteristics, reliability parameters, and structural variability
• Act as a technical interface between OED & key customers, keeping them updated on development activities
• Execute on key technology roadmaps and designs from U.S. R&D sites
• Collaborate with internal and external Manufacturing organizations to ensure required quality and on-time delivery
• Escalate issues in a timely manner and propose and collaborate on corrective actions

Requirements

• Master’s or PhD degree in Electrical Engineering or Material Science with a focus on Solid-State-Electronics, semiconductors; 15-20 years’ experience working in semiconductor Engineering (preferred: team management skills)
• Ability to work with internal and external stakeholders in a collaborative manner and appropriate level of tension
• Change champion able to identify, implement, and execute new processes to continuously improve and challenge organizations
• High degree of professionalism to represent our division and Renesas in customer meetings and other formal reviews / negotiations

Qualifications

• Master’s or PhD degree in Electrical Engineering or Material Science with a focus on Solid-State-Electronics, semiconductors; 15-20 years’ experience working in semiconductor Engineering (preferred: team management skills)
• Ability to work with internal and external stakeholders in a collaborative manner and appropriate level of tension
• Change champion able to identify, implement, and execute new processes to continuously improve and challenge organizations
• High degree of professionalism to represent our division and Renesas in customer meetings and other formal reviews / negotiations

Skills

• Strong device/physics/process technology background
• Leadership and management skills
• Collaborative stakeholder engagement
• Technical expertise in semiconductor engineering
• Project management and planning
• TCAD simulation tool proficiency
• Process optimization and improvement
• Customer interface and communication
• Business analysis and strategic planning

Benefits

• Full range of elective benefits including medical, health savings account, dental, vision, health and/or dependent care flexible spending accounts, pre-tax commuter benefits, life insurance, AD&D, and pet insurance
• Company-paid life insurance and AD&D, LTD, short term medical benefits as well as paid sick time, paid holidays, and accrued paid vacation
• Remote work option and Employee Resource Groups

Pay

The expected annual pay range for this position is $228,000K-$285,000. This position is also eligible for bonus opportunities. Final offer amount will be dependent on geographic location, applicable experience, and skillset of the candidate.

Schedule

Full-time employment.