Process Integration Engineer (Writer) (49947)

Essential Functions

• Develops and delivers process integration and characterization techniques for new technology programs and next generation products
• Cconducts failure analysis on newly developed processes and recommends corrective action if necessary
• Participates in characterization or integration projects of various scope and complexity; ensures they are completed within the established timeframe
• Performs wafer level process characterization on thin film recording heads using Focused Ion Beam (FIB) tool to identify defects and recommends corrective action
• Reviews and analyzes backend performance data and makes recommendations to improve performance
• Designs and conducts experiments to verify process robustness; analyzes data and reports findings
• Analyzes data using JMP, MS Visual Basic, or similar software application to determine the root cause of process variations; develops charts or reports and presents findings before groups or teams
• Responds to inquiries from other team members, managers, or departments

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, or Physics and/or equivalent relevant experience; Master’s or PhD degree preferred
• Six years of hands-on experience working in the process integration or characterization in a semiconductor environment in a manufacturing or process engineering role
• Hands-on experience using JMP or similar analytical application
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Applications
• Knowledge of process integration and characterization principles, practices, and techniques
• Knowledge of magnetic recording head or HDD manufacturing
• Knowledge and ability to use Microsoft Office applications to create spreadsheets, Word documents, and presentations
• Able to design experiments, analyze results, and recommend corrective action
• Able to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with all levels of contractors, consultants, employees, and management
• Able to work productively and collaboratively with all levels of employees and management
• Able to comply with all safety policies and procedures
• Able to use critical thinking to resolve issues, conduct root cause analysis, and make recommendations for process improvements
• Demonstrated analytical skills
• Demonstrated organizational and time management skills
• Demonstrated problem-solving and trouble shooting skills
• Flexible and able to prioritize

Working Conditions

• The Process Integration Engineer works primarily in an office environment from Monday thru Friday. The schedule may be altered from time-to-time to meet business or operational needs; may travel from building-to-building as needed.
• Works in a class 100 ESD sensitive wafer manufacturing facility; wears a cleanroom (bunny) suit, including hood, gloves, safety glasses, booties, and mask.
• May be exposed to hazardous conditions, chemicals, fumes, and/or gases during the course of work day.
• May be exposed to loud noise.
• Stands, walks, bends, twists, and crawls.
• Performs various fine grasping movements; operates a computer and enters information using a keyboard, operates a telephone, and other office equipment; may occasionally push, pull, or lift up to 20 pounds.