Senior Research Engineer, Ops (FAB), IME

A*STAR Research Entities (A*STAR); Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 738,000 - 1,108,000; Full time

Job summary

A*STAR invites applications for a Senior FAB Operations role to advance semiconductor process technologies in a dynamic R&D environment at Ang Mo Kio. You will handle multiple tool types in a cleanroom, operate equipment to strict process specifications, and support equipment error recovery to keep project lots moving.

With a strong background in microelectronics or related fields and 10+ years in wafer fabrication, you will guide operators, participate in on-the-job trainings, and identify

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's in Microelectronics, Electrical, Mechanical, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, or related discipline.
• > 10 years in semiconductor fabrication processes (e.g., Photolithography, Etch, Thin Films, Diffusion, CMP, Metrology, bonder) preferred
• Hands-on cleanroom equipment operation experience is an advantage.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and technical writing skills.
• Team player with good communication, able to work independently and guide a group of operators.
• Self-motivated, dependable, eager to learn in a fast-paced R&D environment.

Responsibilities

• Handle multiple tool types of semiconductor equipment in a cleanroom environment.
• Working Location: Ang Mo Kio
• Use computer-based programs and applications to perform daily work and duties
• Operate equipment according to required process specifications. (e.g., procedures, change notifications, work instruction, etc.)
• Actively participate in assigned on-the-job training and complete required trainings as requested.
• Provide operation coverage and backup equipment support when necessary.
• Monitor tools output performance and communicate promptly with Engineers-in-Charge to support equipment error recovery to support project lots movement.
• Demonstrate teamwork in executing process sequences and performing data collection when required.
• Strictly follow safety protocols and cleanroom rules.
• Maintain a 6S work environment and report hazards, suspicious, or abnormal activities promptly.
• Identify and suggest improvements in wafer processing cycle time, equipment utilization, safety, compliance, consumable requirement and cost savings.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Technical writing

Team player

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Microelectronics / Electrical / Mechanical / Materials Science / Chemical Engineering

Job description

Job Details:

Join our dynamic FAB Operations team at A*STAR, where you will work on advanced semiconductor process technologies and contribute to impactful research and innovation.

Responsibilities

• Handle multiple tool types of semiconductor equipment in a cleanroom environment.


• Working Location: Ang Mo Kio


• Use computer-based programs and applications to perform daily work and duties


• Operate equipment according to required process specifications. (e.g., procedures, change notifications, work instruction, etc.)


• Actively participate in assigned on-the-job training and complete required trainings as requested.


• Provide operation coverage and backup equipment support when necessary.


• Monitor tools output performance and communicate promptly with Engineers-in-Charge to support equipment error recovery to support project lots movement.


• Demonstrate teamwork in executing process sequences and performing data collection when required.


• Strictly follow safety protocols and cleanroom rules.


• Maintain a 6S work environment and report hazards, suspicious, or abnormal activities promptly.


• Identify and suggest improvements in wafer processing cycle time, equipment utilization, safety, compliance, consumable requirement and cost savings.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Microelectronics, Electrical, Mechanical, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, or a related discipline.


• > 10 years of experience in semiconductor fabrication processes (e.g., Photolithography, Etch, Thin Films, Diffusion, CMP, Metrology, bonder) preferred


• Hands-on experience with semiconductor equipment operation in a cleanroom environment will be an advantage.


• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and technical writing skills.


• Team player with good communication skills, the ability to work independently and need to guide a group of operators.


• Self-motivated, dependable, and eager to learn in a fast-paced R&D environment with diverse challenges.