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Semiconductor Applications Engineer

Land Rover Experience Eastnor
Detroit, MI Full Time
POSTED ON 4/16/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/15/2026
POSITION: Senior Semiconductor Applications Engineer

LOCATION: Detroit, Michigan

RECRUITMENT SALARY RANGE: $120,000 - $140,000

At JLR, we are passionate about our people. They are at the heart of our business. We are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive culture that is representative of our global customers and the society in which we live; a culture in which every one of our employees can bring their authentic self to work and reach their full potential.

We are seeking a Senior Engineer for Semiconductor Applications, interested in leading the strategic design, development, and selection of one or more of the following technologies: SoCs, MCUs, memory, and communication semiconductors. This high-performance Senior Engineer will be depended on for leading efforts to define semiconductor requirements and for building strong partnerships with internal team members responsible for SDV architecture, semiconductor release, commercial negotiations, electronic control unit (ECU) design as well as semiconductor IDMs and fabrication partners. This individual will also be depended on to support the team in executing strategic plans relative to semiconductors deployment within the area of their responsibility.

What To Expect

  • Build partnerships and work closely with functional peers across SDV architecture, ECU engineering, in-vehicle communication, ADAS and IVI architecture, Systems and Software engineering, and purchasing to establish enterprise SoC, MCU, memory, serial /wireless communications, power distribution, or HV BEV semiconductors’ strategic roadmap and sourcing strategy.
  • Establish strong understanding of SoC, MCU, memory, communication semiconductors’ design/fabrication, product portfolio, supply chain and technology roadmap.
  • Provide technical support to commercial and supply chain teams to create and execute an agile and robust semiconductor supply chain strategy.
  • Develop written specifications for semiconductor selection, design & integration, fabrication of semiconductors within scope of responsibility, enabling sourcing teams to facilitate on-time sourcing activities.
  • Lead all discussion with semiconductor partners, IDMs to execute an enterprise-wide semiconductor selection strategy and future roadmap.

What You Will Need

  • BS in Electrical, Computer, Systems Engineering or similar
  • Up to 5 years of experience in one or more of ECU design, architecture definition, semiconductor selection, performance evaluation, and/or software system architecture definition in an automotive industry.
  • Strong understanding of the latest automotive SoC/MCU/memory/serial and wireless communication semiconductor microarchitectures and protocols.
  • Experience or understanding of HV BEV power architectures.
  • Experience or understanding of prototype evaluation, debug, and testing.
  • Exceptional collaboration and teamwork skills; demonstrated ability for working across functional and organizational boundaries.
  • Exceptional demonstrated experience leading projects to completion.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and proven ability to learn quickly.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Master’s/Ph.D. degree in Engineering.
  • Strong comprehension of automotive SDV software architecture.
  • Strong knowledge of System/Hardware/Software architecture for safety-critical automotive system applications.
  • Experience working with major automotive IDMs vendors and fabs, strong knowledge of industry trends and silicon roadmaps.
  • Experience with one or more of the following computing technologies: high performance x86 processors, multi core ARM systems, ISP technologies, GPU/NPU for artificial intelligence applications.

Schedule: Hybrid Ways of Working

So Why Us?

As a people-first company, working at JLR means opportunity, teamwork, and growth. That’s why working here is so much more than a job.

Be part of an international, inclusive, and open-minded company

Global Bonus Program based on company performance

You are never just a number. We take pride in taking care of our employees doing everything we can to make sure that our teammates thrive both in and out of the office.

Our employees receive a generous time off policy

We offer a discounted Vehicle Car Program

Employees also receive generous health care and retirement plans

Maternity/Paternity Leave

And more!

  • Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized components, including location, skills, experience, and market factors. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including a target bonus in addition to a full range of medical/health, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick/personal, and parental leave). Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired, employees will be in an “at-will position”.

Thank you for your interest in working for us, we love it here and think you will too!

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

JLR North America, LLC provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, compensation, and training.

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Salary : $120,000 - $140,000

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