Manager

SilTerra Malaysia Sdn. Bhd.; Kulim; On-site; MYR 80,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a seasoned Manager to lead their Defect Engineering team in a cutting-edge Wafer Fabrication facility. This role is pivotal in enhancing yield through inline defect monitoring and thorough defect analysis. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in semiconductor processes, strong leadership qualities, and a knack for data analytics. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvements and optimize defect inspection strategies. If you are passionate about innovation and excellence in manufacturing, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 8+ years in semiconductor wafer fabrication with leadership experience.
• Proven expertise in defect inspection tools and data systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead defect engineering team for inline defect monitoring and analysis.
• Drive root cause analysis and implement defect reduction solutions.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Communication Skills

Leadership Skills

Education

BS in Materials Science

MS in Electrical Engineering

PhD in Physics

Tools

KLA

Hitachi

Applied Materials

Python

Job description

Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced and driven Manager to lead our Defect Engineering team within the Wafer Fabrication facility. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing inline defect monitoring, defect source analysis, and reduction strategies to support yield improvement, process development, and production ramp. The role requires strong technical expertise in defect inspection, data analytics, and cross-functional collaboration to drive continuous improvement across the fab.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Lead and develop a high-performing team of defect engineers and technicians to support fab operations 24/7.
2. Own and optimize inline defect inspection strategy (Brightfield, Darkfield, E-beam, etc.) and sampling plans.
3. Drive root cause analysis of systematic and random defect issues impacting yield.
4. Partner with Process Integration, Manufacturing, and Process Engineering teams to implement defect reduction solutions.
5. Lead defect characterization using inline tools, offline review, and advanced analytics.
6. Develop and maintain dashboards, KPIs, and reports for defect trends and yield impact.
7. Support NPI (New Product Introduction), technology transfers, and process qualifications from a defect perspective.
8. Interface with equipment vendors to improve tool capability, detection sensitivity, and uptime.
9. Own documentation, procedures, and compliance with quality and safety standards.

Required Qualifications:

1. BS/MS/PhD in Materials Science, Electrical Engineering, Physics, or related discipline.
2. 8+ years of experience in semiconductor wafer fabrication, with 3+ years in a leadership role.
3. Proven expertise in defect inspection tools (e.g., KLA, Hitachi, Applied Materials).
4. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; experience with data systems like KLARF, Pareto, JMP, Python is a plus.
5. Excellent communication skills and experience working in a cross-functional environment.
6. Familiarity with high-volume manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies (e.g., SPC, DOE, 8D).

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Experience with sub-10nm process nodes or advanced packaging.
2. Knowledge of machine learning applications in defect pattern recognition.
3. Prior involvement in fab startup, ramp, or transfer projects.