Senior Plating & Backetch Process Engineer

STMicroelectronics; Calamba; On-site; PHP 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

STMicroelectronics in the Philippines is seeking an experienced Senior Process Engineer to lead plating and backetch operations. You will own process performance, drive improvements, troubleshoot complex issues, and mentor junior staff to ensure safe, efficient manufacturing.

The role requires strong background in chemical processes, SPC/DOE familiarity, and collaboration across Production, Quality, and Engineering teams. This position emphasizes continuous improvement and technology transfers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or related field.
• Strong process engineering experience in manufacturing, preferably tin plating, wet chemical, or etching.
• Proven ability to troubleshoot complex process issues and lead structured root cause analysis.
• Strong understanding of process control, statistical analysis, and process capability improvement.
• Excellent communication, coordination, and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Own and optimize plating and backetch processes to achieve safety, quality, delivery, and cost targets.
• Lead troubleshooting and root cause analysis for yield loss and equipment issues.
• Define, review, and improve process recipes, operating windows, and control plans.
• Analyze process data, identify trends, and implement corrective actions to improve capability and stability.
• Drive continuous improvement to reduce defects, cycle time, and chemical consumption.
• Support process qualification, validation, and change management for new materials and equipment.
• Collaborate with Production, Quality, Maintenance, Equipment Engineering, and EHS teams.
• Develop and maintain process documentation, specifications, and technical reports.

Skills

Technical leadership

Process ownership

Advanced problem solving

Data-driven decision making

Cross-functional collaboration

Continuous improvement

Mentorship

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering or related field

Tools

Excel

Job description

STMicroelectronics in the Philippines is seeking an experienced Senior Process Engineer to lead plating and backetch operations. You will own process performance, drive improvements, troubleshoot complex issues, and mentor junior staff to ensure safe, efficient manufacturing.

The role requires strong background in chemical processes, SPC/DOE familiarity, and collaboration across Production, Quality, and Engineering teams. This position emphasizes continuous improvement and technology transfers.