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Job Details
Posting Details
Posting Information
Posting Number
PG194126EP
Internal Recruitment
No
Working Title
CLAWS III-N Power Integration Engineer
Anticipated Hiring Range
Commensurate with education and experience
Work Schedule
Monday - Friday; 8:00 am - 5:00 pm, additional hours as needed
Job Location
Raleigh, NC
Department
CLAWS (Commercial Leap Ahead for Wide Bandgap Semiconductors)
About the Department
North Carolina State University is leading the charge as the recipient of a $39.4 million award from the Department of Defense to establish the regional Microelectronics Commons regional innovation hub, Commercial Leap Ahead for Wide Bandgap Semiconductors (CLAWS). This initiative, part of the larger $238 million investment through the Creating Helpful Incentives to Produce Semiconductors (CHIPS) and Science Act, aims to revolutionize the field of wide bandgap semiconductors.
Hub leadership, Distinguished Professors John Muth and Fred Kish, are dedicated to the "lab to fab" journey-translating laboratory advancements into fabrication capabilities for wide bandgap semiconductors. The hub brings together a dynamic partnership with N.C. A&T State University and industry leaders, including Wolfspeed, Coherent Corp., General Electric, Bluglass, Adroit Materials, and Kyma Technologies, Inc. This collaborative effort will propel the development of semiconductors crucial for national defense, electric vehicles, power grid technologies, 5G/6G, quantum technologies, and artificial intelligence applications.
Essential Job Duties
We are seeking a highly skilled III-N Power Integration Engineer to join our team and contribute to the development of next-generation power semiconductor devices. The ideal candidate will have expertise in semiconductor process integration, power device design (diodes, FETs, etc.), electrical characterization, and device simulation to drive innovation in high-efficiency, high-performance wide-bandgap power solutions.
Key Responsibilities:
Power Device Design & Development (35%)
Process Integration & Fabrication (35%)
Electrical Characterization & Reliability Testing (20%)
Cross-functional Collaboration (10%)
Other Responsibilities
The successful candidate will:
Qualifications
Minimum Education and Experience
Other Required Qualifications
The successful candidate must demonstrate:
Preferred Qualifications
The successful candidate would preferably have additional experience in:
Required License(s) or Certification(s)
Valid NC Driver's License required
No
Commercial Driver's License required
No
Recruitment Dates and Special Instructions
Job Open Date
05/30/2025
Anticipated Close Date
Open Until Filled
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicants should upload a cover letter, CV/resume, and contact information for three professional references.
Position Details
Position Number
00111482
Position Type
EPS/SAAO
Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week)
1.00
Appointment
12 Month Recurring
Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather
Non Mandatory - Adverse Weather
Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events
Non Mandatory - Emergency Event
Department ID
140110 - CLAWS
EEO
NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at or .
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.
NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
Posting Information
Posting Number
PG194126EP
Internal Recruitment
No
Working Title
CLAWS III-N Power Integration Engineer
Anticipated Hiring Range
Commensurate with education and experience
Work Schedule
Monday - Friday; 8:00 am - 5:00 pm, additional hours as needed
Job Location
Raleigh, NC
Department
CLAWS (Commercial Leap Ahead for Wide Bandgap Semiconductors)
About the Department
North Carolina State University is leading the charge as the recipient of a $39.4 million award from the Department of Defense to establish the regional Microelectronics Commons regional innovation hub, Commercial Leap Ahead for Wide Bandgap Semiconductors (CLAWS). This initiative, part of the larger $238 million investment through the Creating Helpful Incentives to Produce Semiconductors (CHIPS) and Science Act, aims to revolutionize the field of wide bandgap semiconductors.
Hub leadership, Distinguished Professors John Muth and Fred Kish, are dedicated to the "lab to fab" journey-translating laboratory advancements into fabrication capabilities for wide bandgap semiconductors. The hub brings together a dynamic partnership with N.C. A&T State University and industry leaders, including Wolfspeed, Coherent Corp., General Electric, Bluglass, Adroit Materials, and Kyma Technologies, Inc. This collaborative effort will propel the development of semiconductors crucial for national defense, electric vehicles, power grid technologies, 5G/6G, quantum technologies, and artificial intelligence applications.
Essential Job Duties
We are seeking a highly skilled III-N Power Integration Engineer to join our team and contribute to the development of next-generation power semiconductor devices. The ideal candidate will have expertise in semiconductor process integration, power device design (diodes, FETs, etc.), electrical characterization, and device simulation to drive innovation in high-efficiency, high-performance wide-bandgap power solutions.
Key Responsibilities:
Power Device Design & Development (35%)
- Design and optimize GaN power devices (HEMTs, Diodes, lateral/vertical FETs) for high-voltage and high-frequency applications.
- Utilize TCAD simulation (e.g., Synopsys, Silvaco, etc.) for process and device modeling, electrical characteristics prediction, and performance enhancement.
- Develop and refine device layouts for wafer fabrication, ensuring manufacturability and reliability.
Process Integration & Fabrication (35%)
- Work to define and optimize GaN-on GaN, GaN-on-Si, GaN-on-SiC, and other heteroepitaxial structures for power applications.
- Lead the wafer process flow development, including epi structures, etching, metallization, and passivation steps.
- Troubleshoot process integration challenges related to defectivity, yield, and reliability.
Electrical Characterization & Reliability Testing (20%)
- Define and execute device characterization plans (IV, CV, breakdown, leakage, switching performance).
- Analyze reliability metrics such as TDDB, HTRB, HTOL, and step-stress testing to assess long-term device stability.
- Interface with packaging and application engineers to optimize thermal management and electrical performance in real-world applications.
Cross-functional Collaboration (10%)
- Work with process engineers and R&D partners to drive technology improvements.
- Collaborate with circuit designers, applications engineers, and product development teams to translate device-level improvements into system-level advantages.
- Stay up to date with emerging GaN technology trends, competitive landscape, and industry benchmarks.
Other Responsibilities
The successful candidate will:
- Comply with stated workplace policies.
- Communicate results, plans, and other updates to a variety of audiences.
- Adhere to and mentor others in known best practices.
- Support CLAWS activities such as tours, meetings, and conferences.
Qualifications
Minimum Education and Experience
- Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field with a focus on power semiconductor devices; OR
- Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field with at least 5 years of experience in GaN power device design and process integration (industry or research)
Other Required Qualifications
The successful candidate must demonstrate:
- A track record of publications in high-quality journals and/or conferences.
- Experience characterizing high-power semiconductor devices and extracting relevant device parameters.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to multitask and meet deadlines with moderate supervision.
- Ability to follow safe procedures for working with semiconductor fabrication equipment, chemicals, and compressed gas cylinders.
- Comfort in collaborating with students, faculty, and staff of varying experience and backgrounds.
- Strong background in semiconductor physics, TCAD simulation, and electrical characterization.
- Hands-on experience with semiconductor process integration, fabrication, and failure analysis.
- Familiarity with GaN E-mode, D-mode, lateral vs. vertical device structures, and reliability challenges.
Preferred Qualifications
The successful candidate would preferably have additional experience in:
- TCAD device modeling.
- Additional characterization of materials and devices, including failure analysis, defect inspection, radiation effects, and high-k dielectrics.
- Fabrication of semiconductor devices for high-power applications.
- Lithography mask layout.
- MES and SPC systems.
- Statistical methods (e.g., DOE, GR&R) and tools (e.g., JMP, Minitab)
- Experience in power electronics applications (high-voltage converters, automotive, RF, or data centers) is a plus.
- Knowledge of packaging constraints and thermal management for GaN devices is a plus.
Required License(s) or Certification(s)
- N/A
Valid NC Driver's License required
No
Commercial Driver's License required
No
Recruitment Dates and Special Instructions
Job Open Date
05/30/2025
Anticipated Close Date
Open Until Filled
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicants should upload a cover letter, CV/resume, and contact information for three professional references.
Position Details
Position Number
00111482
Position Type
EPS/SAAO
Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week)
1.00
Appointment
12 Month Recurring
Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather
Non Mandatory - Adverse Weather
Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events
Non Mandatory - Emergency Event
Department ID
140110 - CLAWS
EEO
NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at or .
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.
NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
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