Jobs · Engineering · Arizona

System IC Architect - Advanced Power Systems

NXP Semiconductors · Chandler, AZ · 1 wk ago
HybridEngineeringFull-time

Key Responsibilities

  • Own System IC Architecture, to define product concepts and specifications for power semiconductor modules and System-in-Package (SiP) solutions.
  • Translate customer requirements into innovative packaging and power management solutions.
  • Support development through thermal optimization and electrical analysis.
  • Partner with system solution architects and IC product architects to ensure solutions meet stringent performance, efficiency, space, and cost targets.
  • Lead integration of ICs and power semiconductors into advanced packages and systems.
  • Drive early-phase engineering and architecture for AI compute, automotive 48V systems, and electrification platforms.
  • Analyze customer-specific needs to deliver optimized power efficiency and thermal management strategies for enhanced reliability.
  • Collaborate with system, modeling, design, packaging and manufacturing engineering teams to validate and optimize high-performance compute Power designs.
  • Act as a technical liaison with customers, supporting co-development and design-in activities.
  • Provide strategic insights on state-of-the-art power management technologies and benchmark readiness.
  • Report KPIs and project status to executive stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Master’s degree in Power Electronics, Electrical Engineering, or related field (Ph.D. preferred).
  • 15+ years of experience in power semiconductors, packaging, and system-level integration.
  • Proven track record in product definition through revenue realization.
  • Strong expertise in thermal management, electrical performance, and advanced reliability.
  • Proficiency in circuit simulation tools (e.g., Cadence Spectre, PSPICE, HSPICE, Saber, Simetrix/Simplis, Verilog-AMS) and knowledge of PCB materials and stack-up.
  • Experience in Powering high performance compute SoC platforms, with automotive-grade standards highly valued.
  • Experience in systems developed according to Functional Safety standard is a plus (ISO26262 and/or IEC61508).
  • Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional, global teams and manage complex projects.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to collaborate across diverse teams.
  • Creative mindset with strong problem-solving capabilities.
  • Willingness to travel globally.

About the role

This role emphasizes Advanced Power Management for Point of Load (PoL) solutions. Expertise in AI compute power is essential, and experience in automotive power management is a strong plus.

Requirements

Power Semiconductor Architect Expertise

Skills

Master’s degree in Power Electronics, Electrical Engineering, or related field (Ph.D. preferred).

15+ years of experience in power semiconductors, packaging, and system-level integration.

Proven track record in product definition through revenue realization.

Strong expertise in thermal management, electrical performance, and advanced reliability.

Proficiency in circuit simulation tools (e.g., Cadence Spectre, PSPICE, HSPICE, Saber, Simetrix/Simplis, Verilog-AMS) and knowledge of PCB materials and stack-up.

Experience in Powering high performance compute SoC platforms, with automotive-grade standards highly valued.

Experience in systems developed according to Functional Safety standard is a plus (ISO26262 and/or IEC61508).

Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional, global teams and manage complex projects.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to collaborate across diverse teams.

Creative mindset with strong problem-solving capabilities.

Willingness to travel globally.

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