Jorge "Jeorge" S. Hurtarte, P.E., has more than 20 years of semiconductor industry experience in design engineering and manufacturing operations. His responsibilities at TranSwitch have encompassed worldwide VLSI chip design, software and technology development; EDA and manufacturing supplier selection; supply chain management and manufacturing logistics; and the coordination of strategic programs. Prior to joining TranSwitch in January 1999, Mr. Hurtarte spent 15 years at Rockwell Semiconductor Systems, now Conexant Systems. During his tenure there, his responsibilities ranged from semiconductor product engineer to director of an engineering group, ultimately becoming a vice president of the company. Mr. Hurtarte holds a BS degree in electrical engineering from the University of California, Irvine, and a MBA from Auburn University. He is a graduate of Harvard Business School's Advanced Management Program, and is a Registered Professional Engineer in the State of California. He has been on the Board of Directors of the Fabless Semiconductor Association since 2002. |