Principal Etch Process Engineer

Responsibilities

• Sustain current processes to achieve greater line and parametric yields.
• Monitor current processes to ensure process complies with necessary parameters and provides a base line for any necessary process enhancements.
• Develop and transfer new processes to production.
• Provide pre-process troubleshooting, analysis of outcomes and feasibility of process.
• Ensure process meets design criteria.
• Write programs to test, monitor or process wafer.
• Monitor results of tests.
• Analyze visual and physical test data to determine disposition of a run, make adjustments as needed.
• Responsible for equipment maintenance, selection, qualification, and characterization, to ensure maximum operation.
• Set up and maintain documentation and statistical process control charts on all relevant processes.
• Review professional publications regarding current processes and process equipment for applicability.
• Analyze failed runs to identify the source of process errors and recommend process changes.
• Support company initiatives, such as quality, safety and environmental management, CQI, 5S, yield management, and cost containment.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills and Knowledge

• Knowledge of semiconductor processing techniques and statistics.
• Skills in technical writing, computers, interfacing with people, problem solving and organization.
• Typically requires a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, physics, chemistry or related field.

Physical Demands / Working Conditions

• Exposure to hazardous chemicals, lasers and radiation.
• Requires wearing clean room suit.
• May require U.S. Citizenship or Permanent Residency status in the future depending on federal requirements.

Pay

Salary: The estimated base salary range for the position is $130,000-$154,000. The pay offered is based on many factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, job-related experience, skills and level of the position.

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision, disability and life insurance
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Paid time off
• Annual bonus
• Tuition reimbursement

About Minneapolis/St. Paul Area

Our offices and manufacturing facility are located in Bloomington, Minnesota, a suburb of Minneapolis. Living in the Minneapolis / Saint Paul area offers a strong sense of community, a vibrant arts and music scene, and abundant outdoor activities year-round. The city boasts a lower cost of living than many major metros, excellent parks and lakes, and a well-educated workforce with diverse job opportunities. Its distinct seasons bring variety, from colorful autumns to lively summers filled with festivals and waterfront activities.