Metals Process Engineer

Position Summary

Samsung Austin Semiconductor is seeking a Process Engineer to join a talented team focused on establishing and maintaining world-class process/equipment and implementing yield enhancement as a competitive advantage. The role involves monitoring wafer fabrication processes, qualifying new tools, analyzing data, making adjustments, and developing improved processes.

Role And Responsibilities

• Monitoring the wafer fabrication process by responding to in-line issues and dispositions of production wafers
• Qualifying wafer fabrication processes on new tools
• Coeordinating the scheduling of process qualifications and equipment downtime with manufacturing or equipment engineering
• Using software to analyze data, identify trends to make decisions about processing product
• Making adjustments when process parameters are exceeded and monitoring process parameters when tools return from maintenance
• Executing in-line changes (CPM) to the process or equipment
• Communicating technical information within the department through presentations
• Continuously revising Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Developing improved processes to increase capability

Skills And Qualifications

• BS or MS in Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, Material Science, or Computer Science (3.0 GPA for new grads)
• Experience Scripting in Python, VBA, or equivalent language
• Understanding of statistical methods and Change Point Management
• Understanding of Lean, TPS, or 5S principles and Structure Problem Solving (8D, 7-step, etc..)
• Experience with Software Data Analysis tools (Spotfire, JMP, Matlab, etc.)
• Experience Troubleshooting Equipment or Process failures
• Ability to wear clean room suit and Personal Protective Equipment
• Ability to lift < 35 lbs and work in tight fitting, FAB environment sitting at a computer terminal for extended periods of time
• Ability to be exposed to yellow lights, blinking lights and to discern audible alarms
• Ability to potentially work with materials which contain hazardous chemicals

Pay And Benefits

The current base salary range for this role is between $70,480 - $179,090. Individual base pay rates will depend on factors including duties, work location, education, skills, qualifications, and experience. Total compensation for this position will include a competitive benefits package and may include participation in company incentive compensation programs, which are based on factors including organizational and individual performance. Total Rewards at Samsung SAS include: Medical, dental, and vision insurance, Life insurance and 401(k) matching with immediate vesting, Onsite café(s) and workout facilities, Paid maternity and paternity leave, Paid time off (PTO) + 2 personal holidays and 10 regular holidays, Wellness incentives and MORE. Eligible full-time employees (salaried or hourly) may also receive MBO bonuses based on company, division, and individual performance. All positions at SAS are full-time on-site.