Principal Etch Process Engineer
- Singapore
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Develop and optimize deep trench etch processes for silicon and compound semiconductor substrates. Characterize etch profiles, selectivity, and uniformity using SEM, profilometry, and other metrology tools.
- Maintain, upgrade and monitor wafer fabrication equipment in the Etch process area. Troubleshoot process issues and implement corrective actions to improve yield and reduce defects.
- Collaborate with integration, device, Manufacturing, Maintenance, and Process teams to improve overall etch performance.
- Lead DOE (Design of Experiments) and SPC (Statistical Process Control) initiatives for process stability.
- Monitor statistical process control for high volume manufacturing equipment.
- Participate in and/or lead cross-functional and lean activity teams.
- Reduce defectivity mechanisms and improve process control
- Work with minimal supervision, balancing competing priorities, to serve the needs of the engineering and manufacturing communities
- Drive equipment performance to maximize capacity and yield performance.
- Improve cost performance of equipment.
- Mentor engineers and provide technical leadership in Etch process improvement.
- B.S. Degree in Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Solid State Physics or other relevant engineering discipline is required.
- Minimum 15 years semiconductor Etch process engineering experience is required.
- Experience in Lean Manufacturing a plus
- Knowledge of Semiconductor Manufacturing a plus
- Ability to deal with multiple issues and shifting priorities
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to interact with multiple disciplines in a 7x24 manufacturing facility
- Good problem solving skills
- Self-motivated; able to take initiative
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Competency in troubleshooting problems