Staff Engineer - Wafer Technology & Device Development (f/m/div)
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 26, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 20, 2026. Infineon Technologies scores B on the Alion truth index.
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What if your ideas could change the way the world connects, powers up, or thinks? As a Staff Engineer on our Research & Development team, you'll have the opportunity to merge creativity with your technical expertise by shaping the future of technology, driving groundbreaking projects, and bringing new ideas to life.
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Your role
You have already gained experience in semiconductor technology and device development and are looking for a career opportunity where you can develop new wafer technology and device concepts for automotive power applications? In this role, you will develop innovative concepts and approaches, optimize device geometry and process flows, and contribute to new automotive power technology platforms. If you enjoy working in cross-functional project teams and collaborating within an international environment, this is the right opportunity for you.
Key responsibilities in your new role
- Develop wafer technology and power device concepts for automotive applications
- Take responsibility for the device throughout a complete
development or test-chip learning cycle
- Define process requirements and electrical test specifications
- Assess reliability and dynamic device behavior beyond datasheet parameters
- Develop test structures and coordinate physical and electrical failure analyses
- Define and execute technical work packages independently across functions and sites
- Build an expert network, share knowledge and identify
intellectual property
- Optimize device geometry and process flows using TCAD simulation, design and analysis of experiments,
electrical measurements and statistical test-data analysis
With this position, you will
enter our Technical Ladder - our career path for experts. You can focus deeply
on technology and device development while continuing to advance your career.
By expanding your expert knowledge, solving complex problems and sharing your
insights across teams and locations, you will grow as a technical thought
leader and help improve our technologies and products
Your profile
Qualifications and skills to help you succeed
- A Master's degree or PhD in Physics, Electrical Engineering,
Microelectronics
or a related discipline - At least 3 years of professional experience in semiconductor technology, power device development and electrical data analysis, ideally including experience with a complete
technology learning cycle
and 3 years of foundry experience - Knowledge in TCAD device and process simulation
- Experience in leading 8D problem-solving activities is an advantage
- The ability to work independently toward agreed goals and contribute effectively within large project teams
- Excellent English language skills; German is an advantage
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 G(https://www.feei.at/leistungen/informations-service/mindestlohne-und-gehalter). The monthly salary is paid 14 times p.a. We offer a higher compensation depending on your expertise and skills.
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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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