Wafer Integration Technician

Intel Corporation; Penang; On-site; MYR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Intel Corporation in Penang, Malaysia is seeking a hands-on engineer to support wafer-level manufacturing process integration and yield improvement. The role involves conducting engineering tests, inspections, and data collection to identify defects and ensure product quality.

You will monitor SPC, assist with investigations, and communicate findings to multiple engineering teams onsite. Fresh graduates with a Diploma in related engineering fields are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Strong technical aptitude with systematic problem-solving skills.
• Diploma in a related engineering field; fresh graduates welcome.
• Experience in semiconductor manufacturing is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Supports wafer-level manufacturing process integration and yield activities through hands-on engineering tests and data collection.
• Performs inspections, tests, and data analysis to identify defects and potential yield loss.
• Monitors Statistical Process Control (SPC) and process controls; documents deviations.
• Supports investigations of excursions and communicates findings to Process Integration and Yield Engineering teams.
• Provides observations to engineering for potential process improvements.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Systematic problem-solving

Strong technical aptitude

Good communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Willingness to learn

Education

Diploma in Electrical Engineering / Electronics / Mechanical Engineering / Mechatronics / Manufacturing Engineering / Materials Engineering / Microelectronics

Job description

Job Details: Job Description

Supports wafer-level manufacturing process integration and yield activities through hands‑on execution of engineering tests, experiments, inspections, measurements, data collection, and manufacturing support. Performs physical and technical inspections and tests to identify defects, abnormalities, and failure conditions that may contribute to yield loss or product performance issues. Supports electrical validation, fault isolation, and physical defect investigation of products that fail manufacturing or electrical test requirements. Collects, reviews, and interprets inline, parametric, defect, test, and end-of-line manufacturing data according to established procedures to support yield and process investigations. Supports lot disposition activities for inline defects, parametric results, and end‑of‑line data according to established criteria and engineering guidance. Executes approved lot setup plans, engineering lots, test runs, and experiments in support of process integration, yield improvement, process characterization, and manufacturing readiness. Conducts engineering tests and controlled experimental activities to collect data supporting process, integration, defect, and yield investigations. Prepares records, charts, summaries, and reports of experimental and manufacturing results to identify deviations from established specifications and quality standards. Supports monitoring of Statistical Process Control (SPC), manufacturing process controls, and other established indicators to identify abnormalities or potential excursions. Documents and communicates findings from defect, failure, yield, and experimental investigations to Process Integration and Yield Engineering, Module/Process Engineering, Manufacturing, and other relevant stakeholders. Supports investigation of manufacturing excursions by collecting relevant process, equipment, metrology, defect, and product data and escalating abnormalities according to established procedures. Provides observations and technical input to Engineering regarding potential equipment, process, specification, or manufacturing improvements based on investigation and experimental results.

Performs approved setup and operational activities on semiconductor processing, metrology, inspection, and test equipment required to support engineering and integration activities. Monitors and audits manufacturing activities against established procedures and specifications and provides guidance to manufacturing personnel within the technician's authorized scope. Supports continuous improvement of manufacturing standards, procedures, specifications, and quality controls based on approved engineering changes. Supports training and knowledge sharing with peers and manufacturing personnel to strengthen execution consistency and overall team capability. Performs assigned activities in accordance with applicable EHS, cleanroom, quality, manufacturing control, and Stop the Job requirements.

Qualifications

Education: Diploma in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Manufacturing Engineering, Materials Engineering, Microelectronics, or a related technical field.

Experience: Fresh graduates are encouraged to apply. Relevant technical experience in semiconductor manufacturing, process integration, yield, defect analysis, failure analysis, metrology, test, or other high‑volume manufacturing environments is an advantage.

Preferred Qualifications

Hands‑on experience in semiconductor or wafer‑level manufacturing processes within a high‑volume manufacturing environment.

Familiarity with process integration, manufacturing process control, yield analysis, defect detection, fault isolation, failure analysis, or excursion management.

Familiarity with inline, parametric, defect, metrology, electrical test, or end‑of‑line manufacturing data.

Familiarity with Statistical Process Control (SPC), basic statistics, data analysis, and manufacturing process monitoring.

Knowledge of Design of Experiments (DOE) principles and experience supporting controlled engineering experiments is an added advantage.

Experience supporting engineering lots, process characterization, process improvement, or manufacturing qualification activities is an added advantage.

Familiarity with semiconductor processing, inspection, metrology, and test equipment.

Experience interpreting specifications, manufacturing procedures, process limits, technical documentation, charts, and engineering data.

Familiarity with systematic problem solving, failure modes, root‑cause investigation, and manufacturing quality principles is an added advantage.

Other Requirements

Strong technical aptitude, analytical thinking, and systematic problem‑solving skills.

Ability to collect, organize, interpret and communicate technical and manufacturing data accurately.

Basic understanding of wafer‑level semiconductor manufacturing processes and the relationship between process conditions, equipment performance, defects, electrical results, and product yield.

Ability to recognize abnormal manufacturing, process, defect, or test conditions and escalating according to established procedures.

Ability to work with semiconductor processing, test, inspection, metrology, and precision measurement equipment.

Ability to interpret and follow technical documentation, specifications, process requirements, experimental instructions, and manufacturing procedures.

Attention to detail and commitment to product quality, process control, data integrity, and manufacturing standards.

Good communication and teamwork abilities, including the ability to work effectively with Process Integration and Yield Engineering, Module/Process Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, and other technical teams.

Willingness to learn and adapt to new semiconductor processes, technologies, analytical methods, and manufacturing systems.

Comfortable working in a semiconductor cleanroom and high‑volume manufacturing environment. This role requires regular onsite presence to fulfill essential job responsibilities. Willing and able to work shift schedules, including rotating day and night shifts, where required. Able to support factory ramp, engineering experiments, manufacturing excursions, and operational requirements based on business needs.

Job Type

Shift: Shift 9 A1 (Malaysia)

Primary Location: Malaysia, Penang Additional Locations:

Posting Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation or ordinance.

Position of Trust

N/A

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