Research Engineer/Senior Research Engineer (P&S), (NSTIC), IME

Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR); Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Research Engineer to join their innovative team at the National Semiconductor Translation and Innovation Center. This role involves the fabrication of advanced photonic devices using various silicon-based materials. You will be responsible for developing and optimizing integration flows, designing experiments, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure successful device fabrication. If you are passionate about cutting-edge technology and thrive in a collaborative environment, this is the perfect opportunity for you to make a significant impact in the field of photonics.

Qualifications

• Degree in Electronics Engineering, Microelectronics, or Physics required.
• Experience in semiconductor industry, especially silicon photonic processes.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize integration flow for photonic devices.
• Liaise between design, fabrication, and testing teams for smooth integration.

Skills

Critical Thinking

Problem-Solving

Communication Skills

Presentation Skills

Education

Degree in Electronics Engineering

Degree in Microelectronics

Degree in Physics

Tools

Lithography

Etching

Metrology

Data Analysis

Job description

Research Engineer

As part of National Semiconductor Translation and Innovation Center (NSTIC), the candidate will be involved in the photonic device fabrication based on Silicon-based material platforms (Silicon-on-Insulator, Silicon Nitride, Germanium (Ge), and SiGe), Lithium Niobate, and III-V semiconductor materials. The candidate will work closely with multidisciplinary team with diverse expertise.

Responsibilities

• Develop, design, and optimize integration flow for Silicon Nitride-based and Lithium Niobate-based photonic devices, including lithography, etching, deep-trench, and dicing.
• Design of experiments (DOE) for different process integration flows.
• Liaise between design, fabrication, and testing teams to ensure smooth process integration and device fabrication.
• Metrology, data analysis, and documentation
• Present and discuss experimental data to the team

Qualifications

• Degree in Electronics Engineering, Microelectronics, Physics, or equivalent.
• Experiences in semiconductor industry, preferably in silicon photonic processes.
• Good critical thinking and problem-solving ability.
• Able to work with cross-functional team, with good communication/presentation skill.
• Able to work in a fast-paced and collaborative environment