Barry West
About Barry West
Barry West is the Director of Automotive Power Solutions at onsemi, a position he has held since 2021 in Limerick, Ireland. With over 25 years of experience in the ASIC/SoC industry, he has held various roles at companies including Intel Corporation and ON Semiconductor, demonstrating expertise in power optimization and system architecture.
Work at Onsemi
Barry West has been serving as the Director of Automotive Power Solutions at onsemi since 2021, based in Limerick, County Limerick, Ireland. Prior to this role, he held various positions at onsemi, including Director of Advanced Power Supplies Automotive from 2019 to 2021 and Product Line Director for ADAS Power Solutions from 2017 to 2021. His tenure at onsemi spans multiple roles, showcasing his extensive experience in automotive power solutions and product development.
Previous Experience at Intel Corporation
Before joining onsemi, Barry West worked at Intel Corporation from 2014 to 2017 as an Engineering Manager and Silicon Program Manager. His role involved overseeing engineering projects and managing silicon programs, contributing to his comprehensive skill set in technical and business communication.
Education and Expertise
Barry West earned a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from Montana State University - Bozeman, where he studied from 1986 to 1992. He possesses a comprehensive skill set that includes risk analysis and management, advanced packaging, power optimization, and expertise in ASIC product development. His proficiency extends to EDA tools for specification development, RTL coding, and design for test.
Career in ASIC/SoC Industry
With over 25 years of experience in the ASIC/SoC industry, Barry West has held various roles that encompass a wide range of responsibilities. His career includes positions such as Principal Systems Architect, Senior Manager of Product Development, and ASIC Library Engineer at ON Semiconductor. His experience covers physical design, timing closure processes, and managing supplier relationships and contracts.
Achievements in Product Development
Throughout his career, Barry West has demonstrated expertise in failure analysis, production launch, and end-of-life management for high-tech products. His detailed experience in system architecture, IP standards, and vendor management for ASIC products has contributed to successful product development initiatives within the companies he has worked for.