Peter Burke
About Peter Burke
Peter Burke serves as the Director of LV-MV MOSFET Development at ON Semiconductor, where he has worked since 2000. He holds a Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering from Carnegie Mellon University and has previous experience at AMD and IBM.
Work at Onsemi
Peter Burke has been employed at ON Semiconductor since 2000, where he holds the position of Director of LV-MV MOSFET Development within the Corporate Research and Development division. His tenure at the company spans 24 years, during which he has contributed to advancements in semiconductor technology. He is based in Gresham, Oregon, and focuses on the development of low and medium voltage MOSFETs, which are critical components in various electronic applications.
Previous Experience at AMD
Before joining ON Semiconductor, Peter Burke worked at AMD as a Senior Member of the Technical Staff from 1993 to 1998. His role involved significant contributions to the company's technical projects in the Austin, Texas area. His experience at AMD provided him with a strong foundation in semiconductor technology and development processes.
Early Career at IBM
Peter Burke began his career at IBM, where he served as a CMP and Etch Process Engineer from 1989 to 1993. During his four years in the Burlington, Vermont area, he focused on integration processes, specifically in STI and LI technologies. This role allowed him to gain valuable insights into semiconductor manufacturing and process engineering.
Education and Expertise
Peter Burke earned his Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Chemical Engineering from Carnegie Mellon University, where he studied from 1984 to 1989. Prior to that, he obtained his Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical Engineering from the University of Washington, completing his studies from 1980 to 1984. His educational background provides him with a strong technical foundation in chemical processes and engineering principles relevant to his work in semiconductor development.