Chemical Engineering Team Leader

Ultra Clean Technology; Singapore; Presencial; SGD 140.000 - 200.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Ultra Clean Technology in Singapore is seeking a senior chemical/process engineer to develop and optimize precision cleaning, passivation, and electropolishing processes for high-purity gas-delivery components used in semiconductor manufacturing.

This role leads process qualification, DOE, SPC, and root cause analysis, working closely with Manufacturing, Quality, and R&D to ensure safety, quality, and environmental compliance while driving continuous improvement.

Formación

• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, chemical engineering, materials engineering, or related field.
• 10+ years hands-on experience in precision cleaning, electropolishing, surface finishing, or related chemical processes.
• Experience in semiconductor/high-tech manufacturing industries preferred.
• Strong knowledge of electrochemistry, surface chemistry, contamination control, and corrosion mechanisms.
• Experience with process validation, DOE, SPC, FMEA, and root cause analysis.
• Fluent English (written and verbal).

Responsabilidades

• Develop and improve chemical cleaning and electropolishing processes.
• Lead process qualification, validation, and continuous improvement activities.
• Investigate process deviations, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions.
• Define process specifications, SOPs, and control plans.
• Support contamination control and cleanliness verification activities.
• Work closely with Manufacturing, Quality, R&D, and external suppliers.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and environmental requirements.

Conocimientos

Cross-functional leadership

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Communication

Hands-on engineering

Educación

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Engineering

Master’s degree in Chemistry or related field (advantage)

Herramientas

DOE

SPC

FMEA

Root Cause Analysis

Descripción del empleo

Join UCT and be part of the fastest-growing sector in the world! We indirectly touch every semiconductor chip that goes into every smartphone, smart car and device that uses artificial intelligence. This is a critical time for the semiconductor industry and for UCT - as technology evolves, we evolve with it. UCT is a diverse workplace where every talented employee is committed to continuous innovation, challenging the status quo and exceeding customer expectations. If you are a person with a relentless drive to succeed, a strong focus on quality with a passion for success – join us today!

Responsible for the development, optimization, qualification, and ongoing support of Precision Cleaning, Passivation, and Electropolishing processes for Ultra High Purity (UHP) gas delivery components used in the Semiconductor Industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and improve chemical cleaning and electropolishing processes.
• Lead process qualification, validation, and continuous improvement activities.
• Investigate process deviations, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions.
• Define process specifications, SOPs, and control plans.
• Support contamination control and cleanliness verification activities.
• Work closely with Manufacturing, Quality, R&D, and external suppliers.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and environmental requirements.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Engineering, or a related field. Master’s Degree in Chemistry or a related field is an advantage.
• Minimum 10 years of hands‑on experience in Precision Cleaning, Electropolishing, Surface Finishing, or related chemical processes.
• Experience in semiconductor, UHP, medical device, aerospace, or other high‑tech manufacturing industries is highly preferred.
• Strong knowledge and professional experience in electrochemistry, surface chemistry, contamination control, and corrosion mechanisms in prior jobs.
• Experience with process validation, DOE, SPC, FMEA, and Root Cause Analysis.
• Fluent English (written and verbal).

Key Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Hands‑on engineering approach.
• Ability to lead cross‑functional projects.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• High attention to detail and quality.

Preferred Background:

Candidates with direct experience in semiconductor manufacturing environments, high‑purity gas systems, stainless steel electropolishing, and precision cleaning processes will be strongly preferred.

Ultra Clean Technology is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, marital status, pregnancy, political affiliation, union membership, covered veteran status, protected genetic information and any other characteristic protected under laws and regulations.