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A Semiconductor Device Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, and optimizing semiconductor components to meet performance, reliability, and manufacturing requirements. They analyze device physics, conduct simulations, and collaborate with process and design teams to improve functionality and yield. The role involves testing prototypes, troubleshooting performance issues, and implementing design improvements based on data analysis. Semiconductor Device Engineers play a key role in advancing microelectronics and next-generation technologies. Strong analytical, technical, and problem-solving skills are essential for success in this role.

Duties / Responsibilities:

  • Design, develop, and optimize semiconductor devices such as transistors, diodes, or integrated circuits for performance, reliability, and manufacturability
  • Conduct electrical characterization, simulation, and modeling to evaluate device behavior under various operating conditions
  • Collaborate with process, integration, and layout engineers to translate design specifications into manufacturable device structures
  • Perform failure analysis and root cause investigations to identify performance degradation or yield issues
  • Develop and refine device design rules, process flows, and layout guidelines to support new technology nodes or product lines
  • Utilize TCAD and circuit simulation tools to predict device performance and guide process parameter optimization
  • Analyze test data, generate reports, and present findings to cross-functional engineering and management teams
  • Support technology transfer and qualification activities between R&D and high-volume manufacturing sites
  • Ensure compliance with reliability standards, ESD protection requirements, and product qualification criteria
  • Contribute to continuous improvement efforts aimed at enhancing device performance, reducing cost, and improving yield

Skills / Requirements / Qualifications

  • Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in electrical engineering, materials science, physics, or a related field required; Ph.D. preferred for advanced roles
  • Experience: 3–7 years of experience in semiconductor device design, modeling, or process development
  • Technical Expertise: Strong understanding of semiconductor physics, CMOS design, and device fabrication principles
  • Tools & Software: Proficiency with TCAD simulation tools (e.g., Synopsys Sentaurus, Silvaco Atlas), SPICE modeling, and data analysis software
  • Analytical Skills: Ability to interpret complex test data, perform statistical analysis, and propose data-driven improvements
  • Problem-Solving: Proven capability to identify and resolve device or process-related performance issues
  • Collaboration: Strong teamwork skills and ability to work effectively with multidisciplinary engineering teams
  • Communication: Clear written and verbal communication skills for technical documentation and presentations

Job Zones

  • Title: Job Zone Four: Considerable Preparation Needed
  • Education: Most of these occupations require a four-year bachelor's degree, but some do not. 
  • Related Experience: A considerable amount of work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is needed for these occupations. 
  • Job Training: Employees in these occupations usually need several years of work-related experience, on-the-job training, and/or vocational training.
  • Job Zone Examples: Many of these occupations involve coordinating, supervising, managing, or training others. 
  • Specific Vocational Preparation in years: 2-4 years preparation (7.0 to < 8.0)

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