Senior Principal Foundry Engineer

Role Overview

This role involves spearheading the ramp-up of leading products through new technology introduction (NTI), foundry process transfers, and enabling new fabrication plants. The candidate will work closely with foundries, internal technology groups, and business units to qualify and release manufacturing processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive local lead product ramp-up under NTI and foundry process transitions.
• Act as the primary owner for safe front-end process launches, coordinating with foundries during the ramp phase to enhance manufacturability and yield.
• Engage directly with critical customer projects as a key interface.
• Lead and manage projects to ensure timely delivery aligning with business needs.
• Make principal decisions concerning process integration balancing technical and operational factors including resources, schedules, logistics, and supplier relations.
• Manage NTI process transfer activities within foundries and any joint ventures involving NXP.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Physics or Electrical Engineering.
• Over 13 years of relevant experience in front-end integrated circuit process integration, preferably within foundry production or development environments.
• Comprehensive understanding of integrated circuit devices and processes; knowledge of High Voltage (HV)/BCD and Non-Volatile Memory (NVM) technologies is advantageous.
• Expertise in yield enhancement strategies supported by strong data analysis skills.
• Proficiency in English and Mandarin, essential for interaction with Mandarin-speaking suppliers and stakeholders.
• Demonstrated leadership experience in guiding teams responsible for development, transfer projects, or production ramp-up activities.
• Excellent communication and persuasive skills to effectively guide discussions and influence stakeholders.
• A proactive, innovative, pragmatic, and results-oriented approach towards work.
• Experience in managing relationships with foundries to optimize leverage and outcomes.

Additional Information

The position is based in Singapore and involves close collaboration with NXP technology groups and various other stakeholders. The role requires fluency in Mandarin due to frequent interactions with suppliers.