Overview

Analog Devices stands at the forefront of semiconductor innovation, bridging the physical and digital worlds to power the Intelligent Edge. With over $9 billion in FY24 revenue and 24,000 employees worldwide, we're transforming industries from digitized factories and mobility to digital healthcare and sustainable energy solutions. In Colchester, Vermont, our Semiconductor Functional Safety Design Engineer role offers a pivotal opportunity to shape the future of automotive and industrial power systems. This position demands expertise in functional safety (FuSa) applied to semiconductor development, ensuring products meet the highest safety standards like ISO 26262 and IEC 61508. Join a team that's Ahead of What's Possible™, tackling complex challenges in a collaborative environment where your work directly impacts electrification revolutions and greener technologies.

Colchester's state-of-the-art facility is more than a workplace—it's a hub of innovation nestled in Vermont's scenic beauty. Here, you'll guide cross-functional teams through safety requirement definitions, from Functional Safety Concepts (FSC) to rigorous analyses like FMEAs and FMEDAs. Expect to collaborate with design engineers, present to customers, and drive compliance in fast-paced automotive and industrial projects. This role isn't just about compliance; it's about pioneering robust, safe designs that power tomorrow's vehicles and industrial systems.

Day in the Life

Imagine starting your day in Colchester with Lake Champlain views, grabbing coffee before diving into safety requirement reviews. Mornings often involve analyzing ISO 26262 compliance for new power semiconductor projects—defining HW/SW safety specs and updating FSC/TSC documents using tools like Jama or DOORS. By mid-morning, you're in sync meetings with design teams, brainstorming fault-tolerant architectures for automotive ASICs.

Lunch might be a team walk along the waterfront or cafeteria discussions on latest FuSa trends. Afternoons bring deep dives into safety analyses: running FMEDAs in Medini Analyze, preparing fault injection tests, or documenting work products for customer audits. You'll field design change impact analyses, ensuring no safety gaps emerge. Late afternoon could mean customer review prep—crafting presentations that showcase your rigorous safety approach. End your day tracking project milestones, collaborating with the FuSa Manager, perhaps wrapping up with a quick FTA review. It's dynamic, impactful work blending technical depth with team synergy, all while enjoying Vermont's four-season charm.

Why Colchester, Vermont

Colchester, Vermont, offers an unparalleled blend of professional excellence and quality living. Just minutes from Burlington, this vibrant community boasts Lake Champlain's recreational paradise—boating, hiking, and skiing in the Green Mountains. Analog Devices' Colchester site leverages Vermont's skilled engineering talent pool and supportive business climate, with easy access to universities like the University of Vermont for ongoing talent pipelines.

Life here means work-life balance: short commutes, farm-to-table dining, and festivals like the Vermont Brewers Festival. Housing is affordable compared to coastal tech hubs, with median home prices around $400K versus millions elsewhere. Families thrive with top-rated schools, low crime, and outdoor adventures year-round. Professionals enjoy proximity to Montreal (90 minutes) and Boston (3.5 hours), yet escape urban hustle. Vermont's progressive culture supports innovation, with state incentives for tech manufacturing. For semiconductor engineers, Colchester means cutting-edge work without sacrificing personal fulfillment—pure mountain air fueling creative problem-solving.

Growth Opportunities

At Analog Devices, career trajectories soar. As a Semiconductor Functional Safety Design Engineer, you'll start contributing immediately but grow exponentially. Expect mentorship from FuSa veterans, leadership in safety assessments, and exposure to global projects. Advance to Senior FuSa Engineer, FuSa Manager, or cross into product management/system architecture.

Our 24,000-strong global network offers rotations across US, Europe, Asia sites. Certifications like ISO 26262 Auditor are fully supported via tuition reimbursement. Technical ladders reward deep expertise; management paths leverage your leadership in cross-functional teams. With Automotive and Industrial booming, you'll pioneer next-gen safety for EVs and smart factories. 80% of our leaders started in engineering roles—your path is clear. Continuous learning via internal academies, conferences, and patents (we file thousands yearly) ensures you're always Ahead of What's Possible™.

Rewards and Compensation

Earn competitively: $110,385-$151,808 base, plus performance bonuses tied to personal/company success. Comprehensive benefits include medical/vision/dental, 401k match, generous PTO, holidays, sick time. Equity via ESPP, wellness programs, parental leave, and tuition aid round out rewards. Vermont's no-sales-tax on most goods stretches your dollar further. Performance reviews twice yearly unlock rapid advancement; top performers see 15%+ raises. Join a company investing $1B+ annually in R&D—your contributions fuel real growth.

Culture at Analog Devices

Our Colchester team embodies collaboration, excellence, and boundary-pushing. Diverse, inclusive (EEO committed), we celebrate differences fueling innovation. Flat hierarchies mean your voice shapes projects; weekly tech shares foster knowledge. Work hard, play hard: team hikes, hackathons, volunteer days. FuSa engineers rave about autonomy balanced with support—empowered to innovate safely. Global yet local, with ERGs for women in tech, veterans, LGBTQ+. Sustainability drives us: carbon-neutral goals align with your greener planet impact. It's a culture where reliability meets creativity, delivering breakthroughs daily.

How to Apply

Ready to safeguard the future? Submit your resume highlighting FuSa experience, ISO 26262 projects, semiconductor background. Include degree transcripts, safety certs. Our talent team reviews within 48 hours; phone screens lead to technical interviews (safety case studies, FMEDA walkthroughs). Final rounds with Colchester team. US export compliance required—citizens/PRs prioritized. Relocation assistance available. Apply now; positions fill fast in this high-demand field. Be part of Analog Devices' mission: enabling breakthroughs at the edge.

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