Engineer I - Process (Photolithography)

FHLB Des Moines; Philippines; On-site; PHP 390,600 - 669,600; Full time

Job summary

Microchip Technology Inc. Philippines is seeking a Junior Engineer – Photolithography to support process development, control, and optimization in PLP and WLCSP environments.

You will help ensure stable patterning, reduce defects, and drive high yield through data-driven improvements. You will monitor critical parameters, perform data analysis, and support RCA and corrective actions while coordinating with Equipment Engineering for tool calibration and preventive maintenance.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Electronics/Electrical/Mechatronics/Industrial Tech or equivalent.
• Exposure to WLCSP or semiconductor processes.
• Experience as Nepes Process Technician/Engineer is an advantage.
• Familiar with photoresists and lithography defect mechanisms.
• Knowledge of DOE and SPC tools (JMP, Minitab, Excel, Infinity QS).
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
• Detail-oriented and methodical.
• Good communication and teamwork.
• Proactive and willing to learn in a high-tech manufacturing environment.
• Shift work may be required.

Responsibilities

• Support end-to-end photolithography processes including Coat, Expose and Develop with ACM/Delta tools, Lamination, ADI and CD metrology.
• Monitor and control resist thickness, CD, overlay/ alignment, and defects (particles, scum, residues, lifting).
• Drive defect reduction and cycle time improvement projects.
• Perform routine data analysis and trend monitoring.
• Support root cause analysis (RCA) and corrective actions.
• Assist in process development and optimization activities.
• Coordinate with Equipment Engineering for tool calibration, preventive maintenance and qualification.
• Support NPI activities; recipe setup, validation and process qualification.
• Assist in developing process capability for new technologies.
• Prepare and maintain WI, process specifications and recipes, ECOs.

Skills

WLCSP exposure

Photolithography

DOE/SPC tools

Analytical skills

Troubleshooting

Communication

Teamwork

Proactive learner

Cleanroom

Chemicals handling

Education

Engineering Diploma

Tools

JMP

Minitab

Excel

Job description

## Engineer I - Process (Photolithography)Applylocations: Philippines - Mphil 3time type: Full timeposted on: Posted 8 Days Agojob requisition id: R2629-26Are you looking for a unique opportunity to be a part of something great? Want to join a 17,000-member team that works on the technology that powers the world around us? Looking for an atmosphere of trust, empowerment, respect, diversity, and communication? How about an opportunity to own a piece of a multi-billion dollar (with a B!) global organization? We offer all that and more at Microchip Technology Inc.People come to work at Microchip because we help design the technology that runs the world. They stay because our culture supports their growth and stability. They are challenged and driven by an incredible array of products and solutions with unlimited career potential. Microchip’s nationally-recognized Leadership Passage Programs support career growth where we proudly enroll over a thousand people annually. We take pride in our commitment to employee development, values-based decision making, and strong sense of community, driven by our Vision, Mission, and 11 Guiding Values; we affectionately refer to it as the *Aggregate System* and it’s won us countless awards for diversity and workplace excellence.Our company is built by dedicated team players who love to challenge the status quo; we did not achieve record revenue and over 30 years of quarterly profitability without a great team dedicated to empowering innovation. People like you.Visit our careers page to see what exciting opportunities and company perks await!**Job Description:**### The Junior Engineer – Photolithography is responsible for supporting process development, control, and optimization of photolithography processes in Panel Level Packaging (PLP) and Wafer Level Chip Scale Packaging (WLCSP). The role ensures stable patterning performance, defect reduction, and high yield through strong process monitoring and data-driven improvements.### ### Job Description:* ### Support end-to-end photolithography processes including; Coat, Expose and Develop process using tools like ACM and Delta tools, Pattern Lamination, Expose and Develop process, After Develop Inspection (ADI) and CD metrology* ### Monitor and control critical parameters; Resist thickness uniformity, Critical Dimension (CD), Overlay / alignment accuracy and Defects (particles, scum, residues, lifting)* ### Drive defect reduction and cycle time improvement projects* ### Perform routine data analysis and trend monitoring* ### Support root cause analysis (RCA) and implement corrective actions* ### Support process development and optimization activities.* ### Coordinate with Equipment Engineering for needed tool calibration, preventive maintenance and tool qualification.* ### Support new product introduction (NPI) activities; Recipe setup and validation and process qualification* ### Assist in developing process capability for new technologies* ### Prepare and maintain Work instructions (WI), Process specifications and recipes, Engineering change documents**Requirements/Qualifications:*** ### Minimum diploma in Electronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Industrial Technology, or related field (Engineering Degree)* ### Exposure to WLCSP, or semiconductor processes* ### Experience as a former Nepes Process Technician or Engineer is an advantage, particularly with background and knowledge in the Photolithography process.* ### Familiarity with Photoresists (positive/negative tone) and Lithography defect mechanisms* ### Knowledge of DOE and SPC tools (JMP, Minitab, Excel, Infinity QS)* ### Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills* ### Detail-oriented and methodical approach* ### Good communication and teamwork* ### Proactive and willing to learn in a high-tech manufacturing environment* ### Cleanroom environment (strict contamination control)* ### Handling of chemicals (photoresist, developer, solvents)* ### Shift work may be required to support production**Travel Time:**No Travel**To all recruitment agencies**: *Microchip Technology Inc. **does not** accept unsolicited agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our recruiting team or other Microchip employees. Microchip is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.*