Photolithography Process Engineer

Responsibilities

• Development and characterization of robust solutions to R&D needs in collaboration with development engineering groups.
• Combination of layer and process tool ownership.
• Responsible for managing CD and overlay SPC charts, along with layer defect monitoring.
• Ownership of photo processes on ASML i-line steppers and high-topography exposure systems for MEMS Silicon based technologies.
• This includes sustaining high volume manufacturing lines, as well as some new processes, materials, and applications development.
• Yield, quality and cost improvements to existing unit processes, to deliver highly robust and consistent results in collaboration with equipment maintenance and operational organizations.
• Collaborate with Equipment Engineering and R&D to conceptualize and progress opportunities that enable continued technological leadership, working across roles & teams, both internal and external, to deliver benefit to the business.
• Experimental design and data analysis to support the line sustaining work, process development and process improvements.
• Solid identification and resolution of yield and defect issues with clear communication of results across the organization.
• Organizes and manages long-term improvement projects to meet organizational goals.
• Works with peers and the equipment engineering/maintenance teams to establish project objectives, schedules and resource profiles for projects.
• Implements robust monitoring methodologies enabling early detection of excursions in equipment performance before product is impacted (e.g. SPC, FDC, baselining & matching).

Qualifications

• BS (MS or higher preferred) in EE, ME, ChE, Materials Science, Physics or Chemistry and 8+ years of related experience.
• Or MS in EE, ME, ChE, Material Sciences, Physics or Chemistry and 6+ years related experience.
• Or PhD in EE, ME, ChE, Material Sciences, Physics or Chemistry and 3+ years of related experience.
• Expertise in photolithography, this position designed for highly autonomous experts. This is not an entry level position.
• Proficiency in a wide variety of photolithography tools.
• Experience with TEL_ACT8 and PAS5500 equipment is highly desirable.
• Experience with Wafer-Level Packaging (WLP), through silicon vias (TSVs), or thick resist processing (e.g. polyimides, chem amp resists, etc.) is desirable.
• Exposure Focus: Deep experience with ASML equipment (PAS5500), advanced process control, overlay optimization, and i-line steppers.
• Track Focus: Deep track background (TEL_ACT8) focused on R&D, new layer development, and new resist materials selection.
• Expertise in engineering fundamentals for all areas of fab processing.
• Understanding of general processing techniques and concepts for silicon-based MEMS devices applications including interdependencies with other unit processes.
• Mature data analysis skills using tools such as JMP, Minitab, Spotfire and Excel/Access is required.
• Candidates with practical experience in Fault Detection & Classification (FDC) systems, Copy Exactly (CE!) methodology, High Precision Maintenance (HPM), TPS, and Lean will be considered preferentially.
• Proven ability to work in a dynamic environment and deliver results.
• Strong troubleshooting skills.
• Excellent ownership, initiative and communication skills.
• Track record of self-motivated and collaborative learning.
• Able to prioritize and multitask.
• Strong cross functional teamwork skills and demonstrated ability to deliver improvements within a team environment.
• Attention to detail is essential.

Pay and Benefits

The annual base salary range for this position is $109,700 - $175,500. This position is also eligible for a discretionary annual bonus in accordance with relevant plan documents, and equity in accordance with equity plan documents and equity award agreements. As a valued member of our team, you'll be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus and the opportunity to receive not only a competitive new hire equity grant, but also annual equity awards, connecting your success directly to the company's growth. All subject to relevant plan documents and award agreements.