Lead Principal Engineer GaN Technology Development

Join Infineon's Power and Sensor Systems (PSS) division in Austria, where innovation meets sustainability. As our new Lead Principal Engineer for Technology Development, you will play a key role in advancing cutting-edge GaN technology. At the forefront of technological advancement, we embrace a venture mindset—encouraging bold ideas and fresh approaches to accelerate breakthroughs in GaN device development. Chip in and apply now

In your new role, you'll have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge power GaN technology within a state-of-the-art 300mm wafer production environment. We're looking for an experienced technical lead—ideally with strong project management skills—who can drive collaboration and guide cross-functional teams with clarity and confidence in decision-making. This is a unique opportunity to combine technical leadership and project management in a highly innovative and strategically important area at Infineon.

In your new job you will:

• Lead the development of a new generation power GaN wafer technology
• Be responsible for the technology project
• Contribute to new device concepts and process integration schemes for GaN HEMTs manufactured in a 300mm line
• Drive design activities of technology test chip
• Coordinate DoEs, tracking of development lots in the production line
• Collaborate with technical marketing on requirements and specifications
• Collaborate with wafer fab organization to develop new unit processes
• Be part of an international team of passionate and experienced engineers
• Provide technical advice for management decisions

You're a collaborative, innovation-driven professional who values clear communication, structured problem-solving, and delivering impactful solutions.

You are a great fit for this role if you have:

• A university degree in Electrical Engineering, Material Sciences, Physics or comparable
• 10+ years of experience in technology development in the semiconductor industry
• Experience as a project leader and technical lead in previous technology development projects
  
• Strong knowledge of power semiconductor process technology and device physics
  
• Knowledge in wide bandgap semiconductor technologies is a plus
• Certification in project management is a plus
• Knowledge of low/medium voltage power technologies and DC/DC power stages
• Excellent communication and coordination skills in a multi-cultural, multi-site and cross functional teams
• Full English proficiency. German language skills are a plus

We offer competitive salaries and additional benefits based on your performance, experience and qualification. The employment is in accordance with the collective salary and wage agreement for employees of the electrical and electronics industry, employment group J ). The monthly salary is paid 14 times p.a. We offer a higher compensation depending on your expertise and skills.

Contact:
    Melanie Happerger, LinkedIn

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As a global leader in semiconductor solutions in power systems and IoT, Infineon enables game-changing solutions for green and efficient energy, clean and safe mobility, as well as smart and secure IoT. Together, we drive innovation and customer success, while caring for our people and empowering them to reach ambitious goals. Be a part of making life easier, safer and greener.
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– Power & Sensor Systems (PSS) drives leading-edge power management, sensing, and data transfer capabilities –
The PSS division powers decarbonization and digitalization with a wide range of energy-efficient and digital solutions. PSS semiconductors help avoid carbon emissions, use resources sustainably, manage power effectively and intelligently, give 'things' smart senses, and process data quickly and reliably. The portfolio includes power, connectivity, RF, and sensor system technologies to develop smaller, lighter, smarter, and more efficient solutions for consumer devices, smart home/building applications, robotics, computing and data centers, charging devices, power tools, and much more.

The next generation of silicon and wide-bandgap (SiC and GaN) solutions provides unparalleled performance and reliability for 5G, big data, and renewable energy applications. These materials are paving the way for further energy and carbon savings. Highly precise XENSIV sensor solutions are enabling IoT devices to react intuitively to their surroundings for seamless user interactions while audio amplifiers bring exceptional sound experiences to smart speakers and other audio use cases.

Click here for more information about working at PSS with interesting employee and management insights and an overview with more #PSSDreamJobs.

At Infineon in Villach you shape the technologies of tomorrow and work in an international environment with more than 4700 colleagues from over 70 nations. Your personal contribution will be valued and appreciated as the cornerstones of our success. And all that in beautiful surroundings which guarantee a high quality of life.

The City of Villach is located in the center of Carinthia, Austria's southernmost province, in close proximity to the Italian and Slovenian border. Due to its particular geographic location and the outstanding natural beauty of the region, Villach and the whole province of Carinthia have for generations been popular holiday destinations for people from all over the world. Living in Austria also has many social, health-care-related and economic perks. The country's social and health care system is among the best in the world and for decades numerous international surveys have singled out Austria as a particularly safe and wealthy country with a high quality of life. Villach benefits from its status as a "small town", offering everyday living at affordable prices in an outstanding setting.

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