Senior Metrology Engineer
ASM · Greater Phoenix Area · 1 wk ago
ManagementFull-time
Key Responsibilities
- Apply advanced metrology techniques to support the company’s materials and process development roadmap.
- Troubleshoot metrology equipment issues and collaborate with vendors to resolve hardware/software malfunctions.
- Partner with process engineers to select appropriate characterization methods and assist in data interpretation.
- Acquire and analyze metrology data; summarize findings for engineering and management review.
- Maintain tool uptime by partnering with vendors and supporting lab operations during off-hours.
- Train engineers on metrology tools, develop SOPs, and create recovery procedures for tool-down scenarios.
- Monitor uptime data; contribute to tool efficiency and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Develop metrology recipes and applications to streamline operations and solve technical challenges.
- Provide on-call support and ensure smooth lab operations during night and weekend shifts.
- Maintain LEAN 6S standards and contribute to a clean, organized lab environment.
- Stay current with industry trends by attending conferences, seminars, and workshops.
Required Qualifications
- Ph.D. in Materials Science and Engineering (preferred), or other engineering fields, Chemistry, Physics, Engineering, or related field.
- Hands-on experience with TEM, STEM, EDS, EELS, SEM, and FIB.
- Familiarity with techniques such as XRR, XRD, XRF, TXRF, FTIR, SPV, four-point probe, Hall effect, and defect inspection tools.
- Solid understanding of semiconductor processing and device fabrication.
- Proficiency in MS Office and JMP; strong data analysis and reporting skills.
- Excellent communication skills and ability to work independently and collaboratively.
- Availability for night and weekend support as needed.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience developing metrology recipes and turnkey solutions.
- Background in lab operations and equipment maintenance.
- Programming experience, particularly in scripting or automation for data acquisition, data analysis, and tool control.