AI-Driven Defectivity Control Engineer

STMicroelectronics; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

STMicroelectronics is seeking a Defectivity Line Control Engineer to monitor defectivity in wafer fabrication and drive improvements for stable process performance and product quality. The role involves analyzing defect data, reducing out-of-control conditions, and leading cross-functional troubleshooting with process, equipment, and production teams.

The candidate will also contribute to technology transfer and industrialization, and will set up and maintain Defectivity Systems, including

Qualifications

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good understanding of semiconductor wafer fab processes.
• Ability to work across departments and communicate clearly.
• Proactive mindset with strong ownership and teamwork.
• Self-driven and independent with an inquisitive mind.
• Familiar with SPC concept and other problem-solving tools: SPACE, FMEA, 8D, Data mining analysis and AI base on Convolution Neural Network (CNN) will be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Analyze defect Pareto, defect maps, and characterization data to identify root causes and containment actions.
• Drive tool OOC reduction and lead sporadic defect reduction activities.
• Lead the troubleshooting of defectivity alert and involve in Material Review Board for material assessment and disposition.
• Support troubleshooting of defectivity alerts and escalation of critical issues.
• Work closely with process, equipment, device, quality, and production teams to drive defect reduction and line stability.
• Support technology transfer and industrialization activities to ensure smooth deployment of new products and processes.
• Responsible for setting up, optimizing, maintaining Process Defectivity Systems like Automation system (Auto defect sampling, Auto DOI, DOLI), Defect library.
• Opportunity to involve in deployment of Advanced Defectivity Monitoring system involving AI, Convolution Neural Network (CNN) and deep learning with DIT team and opportunities to learn and apply data analytics.

Job description

STMicroelectronics is seeking a Defectivity Line Control Engineer to monitor defectivity in wafer fabrication and drive improvements for stable process performance and product quality. The role involves analyzing defect data, reducing out-of-control conditions, and leading cross-functional troubleshooting with process, equipment, and production teams.

The candidate will also contribute to technology transfer and industrialization, and will set up and maintain Defectivity Systems, including