Coating Process Engineer (Manager / Senior Engineer)

Reeracoen Singapore Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing firm in Singapore is seeking a Coating Process Engineer to develop and optimize coating processes for advanced substrate manufacturing. The ideal candidate will manage coating tools, monitor process quality, and ensure compliance with safety standards. Experience in the relevant field is essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Experience in coating processes for photoresist and dielectric materials.
• Knowledge of metrology tools like ellipsometry and thickness gauges.
• Capability to maintain and troubleshoot coating and baking equipment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize coating processes for substrates.
• Define tool requirements and support installation of equipment.
• Monitor coating quality using metrology tools.

Skills

Process Development & Optimization

Tool Management & Setup

Process Monitoring & Control

Defect Prevention & Yield Improvement

Documentation & Compliance

Job description

Our client is launching a new business and establishing a new factory in Singapore. They are seeking an experienced Coating Process Engineer to join their team and contribute to advanced substrate manufacturing.

Reports to: R&D Manager

Responsibilities

1. Process Development & Optimization

   Develop and optimize coating processes for photoresist and dielectric materials (e.g., PID, PI) on package substrates.
   Establish uniform coating parameters to ensure consistent layer thickness and adhesion.
   Optimize oven/thermal curing profiles for soft bake, hard bake, pre-bake, post-exposure bake (PEB), or final curing.

2. Tool Management & Setup

   Define tool requirements and support installation and qualification of coaters, hot plates, and curing ovens.
   Maintain and troubleshoot coating and baking equipment to ensure uptime and performance.
   Work with equipment vendors and facilities teams on preventive maintenance and upgrades.

3. Process Monitoring & Control

   Monitor coating quality, film thickness uniformity, and oven cure parameters using metrology tools (e.g., ellipsometry, thickness gauges, bake sensors).
   Implement process control plans, including SPC charts and run-to-run feedback control.
   Validate material compatibility, adhesion strength, thermal stability, and outgassing behavior.

4. Defect Prevention & Yield Improvement

   Identify and resolve coating and baking-related defects.
   Collaborate with upstream and downstream teams to ensure integrated process stability.

5. Documentation & Compliance

   Create and maintain technical documentation including SOPs, process specifications, recipes, and FMEAs.
   Ensure all processes comply with environmental, safety, and chemical handling standards.

6. Other Duties

   Perform other ad-hoc duties as assigned to support team and organizational goals.