Front-End Process Integration Engineer

QUALCOMM, Inc.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Qualcomm Singapore is seeking an experienced yield/Process Development Engineer to own Front-End yield performance, drive data-driven improvements, and collaborate with manufacturing, quality, and equipment teams. The role focuses on root-cause analysis, DOE-driven optimization, and successful industrialization of new technologies.

The ideal candidate has semiconductor wafer fabrication exposure, front-end integration experience, and strong analytical and cross-functional communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field.
• Experience in semiconductor wafer fabrication or high-volume electronics manufacturing.
• Front-End semiconductor process integration experience preferred.
• Hands-on involvement with new technology introduction, process qualification, industrialization, manufacturing ramp-up, yield enhancement, or process control methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Own overall Front-End process yield performance and drive continuous yield improvement.
• Perform comprehensive wafer scrap analysis and identify root causes of yield loss through data-driven investigations.
• Partner with process module engineers, manufacturing, quality, and equipment teams to resolve yield excursions.
• Develop and implement corrective and preventive actions to eliminate recurrence of issues.
• Lead cross-functional investigations and improvement projects to enhance process capability and robustness.
• Capture lessons learned into knowledge databases for long-term sustainability.
• Design, execute, and analyze DoE to optimize process conditions and robust manufacturing windows.
• Support new technology introductions, process qualifications, and industrialization activities.
• Review engineering lot results and ensure smooth transition to volume production.

Skills

Wafer fabrication

Process integration

Yield analysis

Defect reduction

DOE

SPC

FMEA

DMAIC/8D

Communication

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Engineering data analysis tools

SPC systems

MES

Job description

Company

RF360 Singapore Pte., Ltd.

Job Area

Engineering Group, Engineering Group > Process Development Engineering

Key Responsibilities

Yield Improvement and Failure Analysis

• Own overall Front-End process yield performance and drive continuous yield improvement initiatives.
• Perform comprehensive wafer scrap analysis and identify root causes of yield loss through data-driven investigations.
• Partner closely with process module engineers, manufacturing, quality, and equipment teams to resolve process-related yield excursions.
• Develop and implement effective corrective and preventive actions to eliminate recurrence of process and quality issues.
• Lead cross-functional investigations and continuous improvement projects to improve process capability and manufacturing robustness.
• Capture lessons learned into organizational knowledge databases to ensure long-term sustainability.

Process Optimization and Development

• Design, execute, and analyze Design of Experiments to optimize process conditions and establish robust manufacturing windows.
• Evaluate process performance using statistical techniques and advanced quality tools.
• Identify opportunities for baseline yield, cycle-time, and cost improvements across Front-End processes.
• Support new technology introductions, process qualifications, and industrialization activities.

Process Change Management

• Plan, coordinate, and execute process changes through Limited Change Requests, ECNs, and qualification activities.
• Assess manufacturing risks associated with process modifications and ensure successful implementation without adverse impact on yield, quality, reliability, or customer requirements.
• Monitor post-implementation performance and drive timely closure of action items.

Process Transfer and Production Ramp

• Support engineering runs, process flow creation, and manufacturing readiness activities for new products and technologies.
• Coordinate required tooling, accessories, documentation, and process setup activities.
• Review engineering lot results and ensure smooth transition into volume production.
• Monitor initial production performance and drive corrective actions where required.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with Technology Development teams in Singapore and other development sites on new industrialization projects.
• Provide technical leadership and integration support across process, equipment, manufacturing, quality, and product engineering functions.
• Communicate technical findings, risk assessments, and recommendations effectively to management and stakeholders.

Customer Satisfaction

• Provide timely initial responses to customer queries.
• Drive rapid containment of yield and performance issues.
• Ensure customer communications are accurate, complete, and clear.
• Close issues and projects within committed timelines through proactive management and without escalation.
• Deliver customer commitments on time.

Key Performance Indicators

The incumbent will be evaluated based on manufacturing performance, technical execution, cross-functional effectiveness, and compliance discipline.

• Achievement of Front-End yield targets and manufacturing output objectives.
• Reduction of wafer scraps, process defects, and chronic quality issues.
• Improvement in process quality, reliability, cost performance, and process robustness.
• Timely completion of yield investigations, root-cause reports, and recommended actions, with target response within 5 working days for major yield or quality excursions.
• Successful execution of process optimization and transfer projects according to agreed timelines without compromising quality or product performance.
• Timely and effective customer support, including prompt initial response, rapid issue containment, accurate and complete communication, and on-time closure of customer commitments.
• Full compliance with CSR, EHS, ESD, 5S, and cleanroom protocol requirements.

Education and Experience Requirements

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Materials Engineering, Microelectronics, Semiconductor Engineering, or an equivalent discipline.

Experience

Experience in semiconductor wafer fabrication or high-volume electronics manufacturing. Front-End semiconductor process integration experience is highly preferred.

Advantageous Background

Hands‑on involvement in new technology introduction, process qualification, industrialization, manufacturing ramp‑up, yield enhancement, or process control methodologies.

Skills and Competencies

Technical Competencies

• Strong understanding of semiconductor wafer fabrication and process integration principles.
• Yield analysis, defect reduction, wafer scrap analysis, and failure investigation capability.
• Proficiency in DOE, SPC, FMEA, MSA, process capability analysis, and statistical problem solving.
• Structured troubleshooting using DMAIC, 8D, Fishbone, and 5-Whys methodologies.

Leadership and Professional Skills

• Strong project management, execution discipline, ownership, and accountability.
• Excellent analytical, communication, stakeholder management, and cross‑functional collaboration skills.
• Self‑driven, resourceful, organized, and able to perform effectively in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.
• Ability to manage changes effectively while maintaining quality, reliability, and compliance expectations.

Computer and Systems Skills

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and engineering data analysis tools.
• Experience with SPC systems, manufacturing execution systems, and engineering analysis software is an advantage.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Science, or related field.

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