We are seeking a highly innovative and technically strong Senior Engineer to drive the next generation of virtual product development methodologies for advanced power semiconductor packages. This position combines multiphysics simulation, machine learning, digital engineering, and design optimization to accelerate the development of SiC and GaN power modules.
The successful candidate will lead the development of AI-enhanced simulation workflows, surrogate modeling methodologies, digital twins, and automated design environments that enable faster, more reliable, and physics-informed product development. Working across global R&D teams, the candidate will establish novel approaches that combine first-principles engineering models with machine learning and optimization techniques.
Responsibilities
Technical Leadership
- Drive the development of simulation-driven design methodologies for power module technologies.
- Define and implement next-generation virtual product development frameworks.
- Develop technical roadmaps for AI-assisted engineering and simulation automation.
- Act as a technical expert for digital engineering initiatives across global development teams.
Multiphysics Modeling & Simulation
- Lead electrical, thermal, mechanical, and coupled multiphysics simulations of advanced power modules.
- Develop and validate simulation methodologies for SiC and GaN package architectures.
- Support technology development through predictive modeling and virtual prototyping.
- Correlate simulation results with experimental data and reliability testing.
Machine Learning & Digital Engineering
- Develop machine learning models for performance prediction, reliability estimation, and design optimization.
- Create surrogate models, reduced-order models, and digital twins of power modules.
- Investigate state-of-the-art AI methodologies
Design Space Exploration & Optimization
- Lead multi-objective optimization studies covering performance, cost, reliability, manufacturability, and sustainability.
- Develop automated design synthesis workflows for package architecture exploration.
- Implement uncertainty quantification and robust design methodologies.
Automation & Software Development
- Develop Python-based engineering tools and automated simulation workflows.
- Interface simulation platforms, databases, and AI frameworks.
Contribute to scalable software solutions supporting engineering productivity.
QualificationsRequired Qualifications
- M.S. or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, Computational Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
- Minimum 3 years of industrial or advanced research experience in simulation-driven product development.
- Strong expertise in multiphysics simulation and numerical methods.
- Experience with one or more simulation platforms like Ansys
- Strong programming skills in Python.
- Experience with machine learning and data-driven engineering methodologies.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills in an international environment.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in:
- Power Electronics Packaging
- SiC and GaN Technologies
- Virtual Product Development
- Digital Twins
- Reliability & Lifetime Prediction
- Record of technical innovation demonstrated through patents, publications, software development, or industrial deployments.
About Us
More details about our company benefits can be found here:
https://www.onsemi.com/careers/career-benefits
Skills Required
- M.S. or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, Computational Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field
- At least 3 years of industrial or advanced research experience in simulation-driven product development
- Strong expertise in multiphysics simulation and numerical methods
- Experience with simulation platforms such as Ansys
- Strong programming skills in Python
- Experience with machine learning and data-driven engineering methodologies
- Strong communication and collaboration skills in an international environment
- Experience in power electronics packaging
- Experience with SiC and GaN technologies
- Experience with virtual product development
- Experience with digital twins
- Experience with reliability and lifetime prediction
- Record of technical innovation demonstrated through patents, publications, software development, or industrial deployments
onsemi Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about onsemi and has not been reviewed or approved by onsemi.
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Retirement Support — Retirement programs are highlighted by a U.S. 401(k) with a 100% match on the first 4% and immediate vesting. International plans such as Ireland’s defined contribution scheme and Germany’s company-funded pension elements reinforce long-term savings.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off policies include ten paid holidays, flexible vacation for exempt employees, and three to five weeks of vacation for non-exempt staff as tenure grows, alongside sick time accrual. Paid leaves span parental, bereavement, jury duty, and military service, with Europe locations offering additional statutory and seniority-based days.
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Parental & Family Support — Family supports include eight weeks of paid parental leave, company-sponsored backup care for children, adults, and pets, and up to $15,000 in adoption assistance. Regional provisions such as Switzerland’s child allowance and accessible EAP counseling show added attention to household needs.
onsemi Insights
What We Do
We are building a better future through intelligent technology. For over 60 years, onsemi and its ancestors have been leading the world’s greatest technology advancements. onsemi (Nasdaq: ON) is driving disruptive innovations to help build a better future. With a focus on automotive and industrial end-markets, the company is accelerating change in megatrends such as vehicle electrification and safety, sustainable energy grids, industrial automation, and 5G and cloud infrastructure. With a highly differentiated and innovative product portfolio, onsemi creates intelligent power and sensing technologies that solve the world’s most complex challenges and leads the way in creating a safer, cleaner, and smarter world.
