Process Engineer-Contract Role

Job Description

The Role:

Under close supervision, responsible for supporting the development and improvement of plasma etch processes.

• Develop new or modified process formulations and define requirements for processing or handling equipment.
• Review and assess processing techniques applied in the manufacture, fabrication, and evaluation of products.
• Capture and evaluate test data to determine process limits and variables.
• Aid in planning and conceptualizing projects related to process development or equipment automation.
• Learn and apply professional engineering concepts and company policies to resolve routine process issues.

Requirements

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Chemistry, Materials Science, or related field.
• No experience necessary. Previous experience or relevant internship preferred but not required.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Basic understanding of semiconductor or hardware manufacturing processes.
• Familiarity with process development, pilot plant operations, and data analysis.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to follow established procedures and learn new technical concepts.
• Detail-oriented and analytical mindset with problem-solving capabilities.

Responsibilities

Process Engineer I:

• Define process formulations, coordinate design reviews, and compile data to optimize process parameters from pilot to full-scale production.
• Lead development and implementation of process modifications and optimizations in pilot and production environments.
• Analyze data to establish process control limits and troubleshoot process deviations.
• Collaborate with design engineers and manufacturing teams to resolve process-related challenges.
• Support automation and new technology evaluations for process improvements.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to departmental best practices.

Qualifications

Process Engineer II:

• Apply technical expertise to improve process efficiency and quality, coordinating cross-functional teams as necessary.
• Lead development and implementation of process modifications and optimizations in pilot and production environments.
• Define equipment requirements and review processing methods for compatibility and efficiency.
• Analyze data to establish process control limits and troubleshoot process deviations.
• Collaborate with design engineers and manufacturing teams to resolve process-related challenges.
• Support automation and new technology evaluations for process improvements.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to departmental best practices.

Skills

Process Engineer III:

• Lead and manage multiple process development and improvement projects with measurable impact on quality and yield.
• Develop advanced process control strategies and equipment specifications.
• Evaluate and implement new technologies, materials, and automation tooling.
• Collaborate with R&D, manufacturing, and quality groups to ensure process robustness and scalability.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to less experienced engineers.
• Contribute to departmental policies and standards related to process engineering.

Benefits

Pay Range:

• $67,979.86 - $96,098.86

Comprehensive benefits package and eligibility in bonus plan and long-term incentives as applicable.