Lead Principal Engineer
- San Jose, CA
- Permanent
- Full-time
In your new role you will:
- Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Electronics, or a related technical field
- Proven experience in product definition and development, preferably within the automotive or semiconductor industries
- Strong understanding of power electronics, DC-DC converter topologies(e.g., buck converter), and thermal management principles
- Familiarity with automotive qualification standards (AEC-Q100,AEC-Q200) and design for reliability
- Experience with various design tools, such as CAD, CAM, CAE, and simulation programs
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking abilities
- Ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams and manage projects within defined scope, budget, and timeline
- Knowledge of automotive systems architecture, including those for electric and hybrid vehicles, autonomous driving, and ADAS
- Experience with advanced product quality planning (APQP) and production parts approval process (PPAP) in the automotive industry
- Familiarity with functional safety standards (e.g., ISO 26262)relevant to automotive electronics
You are best equipped for this task if you have:
- Define and specify innovative POL power solutions for various automotive systems, including infotainment, ADAS, and electric powertrains
- Analyze market trends, customer needs, and competitive landscape to identify new product opportunities in the automotive POL space
- Collaborate with engineering teams (hardware, software, test, etc.)to translate product requirements into detailed specifications and design guidelines
- Ensure POL products meet relevant automotive qualification standards(e.g., AEC-Q100, AEC-Q200) and other industry regulations
- Work closely with internal and external customers to understand their technical challenges and translate them into product solutions
- Oversee the product lifecycle from conception to launch, ensuring smooth development and successful market introduction
- Analyze product performance data and identify areas for improvement and future enhancements
- Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies and trends in power electronics and the automotive industry
- Potentially guide sales and marketing teams on the technical value proposition of new POL products
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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for more information about Diversity & Inclusion at Infineon.Driving decarbonization and digitalization. Together.Cypress Semiconductor Corporation, is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, physical or mental disability, legally protected medical condition, family care status, military or veteran status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal laws.Employment at Infineon is contingent upon proof of your legal right to work in the United States under applicable law, verification of satisfactory references and successful completion of a background check and drug test, and signing all your on-boarding documents.In some instances, if applicable, U.S. export control laws require that Infineon obtain a U.S. government export license prior to releasing technologies to certain persons. This offer is contingent upon Infineon's ability to satisfy these export control laws as related to your employment and anticipated job activities. The decision whether or not to submit and/or pursue an export license to satisfy this contingency, if applicable, shall be at Infineon's sole discretion.Infineon Technologies takes data privacy and identity theft very seriously. As such, we do not request personally-identifiable information (PII) from applicants over the internet or electronically. Please kindly refrain from disclosing your PII electronically during the application process or to unauthorized websites that may purport to be Infineon or any of our affiliates.Wage Range that the Company Expects to pay for a qualified candidate:Minimum of $193,680.00 Salary per year
Maximum of $266,310.00 Salary per yearIn addition, all employees will be eligible to participate in an incentive plan.#LI-PB1