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Principal Applications Engineer, PVD

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Newport

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Job summary

A leading company in semiconductor manufacturing is seeking a Principal Applications Engineer to focus on the development of advanced deposition technology. The successful applicant will have extensive experience in thin film deposition techniques, oversee junior engineers, and contribute to innovative solutions while working closely with various teams. This role includes opportunities for international travel and a chance to manage projects within a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

Experience with thin film deposition techniques and plasma systems.
Ability to design experiments and analyze data.
Good communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

Develop PVD processes to meet technology roadmap targets.
Design experiments and assess results.
Oversee junior engineers and write technical reports.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Communication skills

Education

Doctorate in Physics, Chemistry or Material Science

Master's Level Degree

Bachelor's Level Degree

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Company Overview

The SPTS division of KLA, designs, manufactures and markets wafer processing solutions for the global semiconductor and related industries. SPTS provides industry leading etch and deposition process technologies on a range of single wafer handling platforms. End-market applications include micro-electromechanical systems (MEMS), advanced packaging, LED, high speed RF device IC’s and power semiconductors. SPTS is part of KLA Corporation which develops industry-leading equipment and services that enable innovation throughout the electronics industry. We provide advanced process control and process-enabling solutions for manufacturing wafers and reticles, integrated circuits, packaging, printed circuit boards and flat panel displays. In close collaboration with leading customers across the globe, our expert teams of physicists, engineers, data scientists and problem-solvers design solutions that move the world forward.

Group/Division

SPTS wafer processing solutions include market-leading silicon etch, dielectric etch, dry-release etch, PVD, PECVD and molecular vapor deposition (MVD), available with a range of wafer-handling options applicable to R&D, pilot production, or volume production environments. SPTS is headquartered and has its main manufacturing facility in Newport, UK, with additional manufacturing in Allentown, Pennsylvania. SPTS operates across 19 countries in Europe, North America and Asia-Pacific, and offers comprehensive service and spare parts support through a worldwide network of service centers and qualified local agents.

Job Description/Preferred Qualifications

Primary Purpose of Role

Working as part of the PVD Applications team the primary responsibility of this role will be the development of advanced deposition technology. This will involve working on a wide range of materials and applications and developing new hardware and processes to meet market requirements. Additional responsibilities will include overseeing and supervision of junior engineers, writing technical reports for both internal and external use, reviews of technical literature, generating IP submissions and collaborating with other business units as required. There may also be some requirement to write and review process specifications. This role will also involve advising both KLA field teams and other members of the Newport team on application development and process tuning. There will be opportunity to take on Project Management tasks, coordinating with other teams.

This position will involve some international travel. Occasional shift working may be required.

Key Responsibilities

Development of PVD processes to meet technology roadmap targets and/or customer requirements
Design of experiments and the assessment of results using analytical equipment and appropriate software packages
Undertake problem solving and trouble-shooting
Provide regular updates to management on progress of development work
Summarise results in a written report or presentation
Plan work and execute plans in a safe and timely manner
Contribute constructively to the work of project teams for new products and processes
Research into published work relevant to KLA's process development
Write invention disclosures/patent applications
Write technical papers for publication at conferences, seminars etc
Communicate results and ideas to management & co-workers

Experience

The successful candidate will have:

Knowledge and/or experience of thin film deposition techniques, plasma systems & high vacuum technology
Preferably some experience or knowledge of computer simulation methods
An ability to design experiments and analyse data to rapidly identify solutions to complex problems
Good analytical skills including the ability to carry out metrology such as SEM
Good oral and written communication skills
The ability to work both autonomously and as part of a team

Minimum Qualifications

Physics, Chemistry or Material Science Doctorate (Academic) Degree and related work experience; Master's Level Degree and related work experience; Bachelor's Level Degree and related work experience

We offer a competitive, family friendly total rewards package. We design our programs to reflect our commitment to an inclusive environment, while ensuring we provide benefits that meet the diverse needs of our employees.

KLA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer

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Engineering and Information Technology
Industries
Semiconductor Manufacturing

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