Sr. Project​/Program Design

Job Description

Renesas is hiring a Sr. Staff Project/Program Design to join our market-leading AI and infrastructure power team, driving explosive growth across a portfolio of cutting‑edge solutions for datacenter, Artificial Intelligence (AI), high-performance networking, and Edge AI client markets.

This team delivers industry‑defining products including digital multiphase PWM controllers, smart power stages, high‑density power modules, DC/DC regulators, and discrete MOSFETs. As a Sr. Staff Program Manager, you’ll play a pivotal role in bringing these technologies to market – partnering with cross‑functional teams to ensure flawless execution, strategic alignment, and ramp readiness.

This is a unique opportunity to launch your career in a fast‑paced, innovation‑driven environment with direct exposure to product lifecycle management, cross‑functional leadership, and strategic execution

• Lead cross‑functional teams across Design, Marketing, Systems & Applications, Validation, Product & Test Engineering, Firmware/Software, Supply Chain, Procurement, Packaging, and Quality to ensure seamless execution of NPI product releases.
• Manage end‑to‑end program planning, tracking, and execution – from concept through market launch, including ramp readiness and safe launch activity.
• Ensure process discipline, budget alignment, and execution efficiency while maintaining focus on priority deliverables and driving global process standardization.
• Lead capacity‑expansion initiatives across global manufacturing sites, aligning Engineering, Operations, and Supply Chain to support scalable production.
• Coordinate and conduct formal Project Gate reviews to ensure alignment, readiness, and decision clarity.
• Motivate and guide cross‑functional teams toward flawless execution, positive ROI, and disciplined, data‑driven decision‑making.
• Identify risks early and implement mitigation strategies, demonstrating agility and adaptability in complex, ambiguous environments.
• Oversee wafer fabrication, assembly, test operations, and material logistics to ensure timely execution, cost efficiency, high quality, and smooth project flow.
• Communicate clearly with cross‑functional teams and stakeholders regarding milestones, sample delivery timelines, reliability testing, and product release status.
• Build strong internal and external relationships, reinforcing accountability and alignment through consistent, transparent communication.
• Provide structured program updates to leadership, highlighting project status, risks, and recommended actions while maintaining accurate schedules, qualification plans, and PM tracking systems.
• Drive process scalability and standardization initiatives to strengthen execution discipline across programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering;
  PhD preferred. Minimum 12+ years of Semiconductor industry experience with strong knowledge of the full product lifecycle. At least 6+ years as an NPI Program Manager; experience with Module, Controller and Smart Power Stages programs preferred.
• Deep understanding of semiconductor manufacturing flows including development, production processes, package architectures, and diverse package types. Prior experience at a fab or assembly site as a process or integration engineer is a strong plus.
• Demonstrated success leading complex, cross‑functional programs in fast‑paced, ambiguous environments; supported by foundational program/project management training or certification.
• Strong stakeholder management, communication, collaboration, and partnership skills across Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, and OSAT partners.
• Highly analytical with strong organizational, problem‑solving, time‑management, and multitasking abilities.
• Fast learner with the ability to adopt new tools, systems, and processes; proficient in Microsoft Office and modern project management tools.
• Self‑driven, inquisitive, and committed to continuous personal and professional development.

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