Metals Process Engineer

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Position Summary

Samsung Austin Semiconductor is seeking a Process Engineer interested in working alongside a talented team of professionals with a key focus on establishing and maintaining world class process/equipment and implementing yield enhancement as a competitive advantage along with ability to identify complex problems and implementing solutions.

Role and Responsibilities

Here's what you'll be responsible for:

• Monitoring the wafer fabrication process by responding to in-line issues and dispositions of production wafers

• Qualifying wafer fabrication processes on new tools.

• Coordinating the scheduling of process qualifications and equipment down time with manufacturing or equipment engineering.

• Using software to analyze data, identify trends to make decisions about processing product.

• Making adjustments when process parameters are exceeded and monitors process parameters when tools return from maintenance.

• Executing in line changes (CPM) to the process or equipment.

• Communicating technical information within the department through presentations.

• Continuously revises Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)

• Developing improved processes to increase capability.

Skills and Qualifications

Here's what you'll need:

• BS or MS in Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, Material Science, or Computer Science (3.0 GPA for new grads)

• Experience Scripting in Python, VBA, or equivalent language

• Understanding of statistical methods and Change Point Management

• Understanding of Lean, TPS, or 5S principles and Structure Problem Solving (8D, 7-step, etc..)

• Experience with Software Data Analysis tools (Spotfire, JMP, Matlab, etc.)

• Experience Troubleshooting Equipment or Process failures

• Ability to wear clean room suit and Personal Protective Equipment,

• Ability to lift < 35 lbs and work in tight fitting, FAB environment sitting at a computer terminal for extended periods of time

• Ability to be exposed to yellow lights, blinking lights and to discern audible alarms

• Ability to potentially to work with materials which contain hazardous chemicals

The current base salary range for this role is between $70,480 - $179,090. Individual base pay rates will depend on factors including duties, work location, education, skills, qualifications and experience. Total compensation for this position will include a competitive benefits package and may include participation in company incentive compensation programs, which are based on factors to include organizational and individual performance.

Total Rewards
At Samsung Austin Semiconductor, base pay is just one part of our total compensation package. The base compensation for this role will depend on education, experience, skills, and location.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• Life insurance and 401(k) matching with immediate vesting

• Onsite café(s) and workout facilities

• Paid maternity and paternity leave

• Paid time off (PTO) + 2 personal holidays and 10 regular holidays

• Wellness incentives and MORE
   

Eligible full-time employees (salaried or hourly) may also receive MBO bonuses based on company, division, and individual performance.

All positions at Samsung Austin Semiconductor are full-time on-site.

U.S. Export Control Compliance
This role may require access to information subject to U.S. export control laws. Applicants must be authorized to access such information or eligible for government authorization.

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