Lead Research Engineer (Process Control) (FAB), (NSTIC), IME

A*STAR RESEARCH ENTITIES; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading research organization in Singapore seeks an experienced engineer specialized in semiconductor processes. The successful candidate will troubleshoot process and equipment issues, lead continuous improvement initiatives, and train staff on best practices. Candidates should hold at least a Bachelor's degree in a related field and have a minimum of 3 years of hands-on experience in semiconductor processes. Strong analytical skills and familiarity with relevant software tools are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of hands-on semiconductor experience.
• Knowledge in quality control skills (ISO, SPC, RCA, DAMIC, DOE, etc.).
• Strong analytical and technical skills.

Responsibilities

• Systematic troubleshooting of process and equipment-related problems.
• Drive continuous improvement projects (CIP) to achieve better quality and lower cost.
• Provide technical training to related staff on best-known practices.

Skills

Process engineering experience

Troubleshooting technical issues

Yield analysis

Computer software skills (JMP, Minitab, SQL, Visual Basic)

Problem solving skills

Education

Bachelor's or higher degree in Electrical and Electronics, Material, Physics or Chemical engineering

Job description

A qualified candidate will be self-motivated with strong technical and analytical skills as well as possess practical and hands‑on approach to engineering process control.

Preferably to have process engineering experience in semiconductor processes (Wet and dry etch, chemical mechanical polishing, wafer/chip bond, Electroplating, photolithography and plasma deposition).

Job Responsibilities

• Systematic troubleshooting of process and equipment-related problems.
• To take charge of new tools technical assessment and equipment process startup.
• Drive continuous improvement projects (CIP) to achieve bett er quality and lower cost.
• To set‑up appropriate process and product control plan and out of control action plans. (OCAP)
• Provide technical training to related staff on best‑know practices in terms of process control.
• Yield analysis and continuous process improvement.

Job Requirement

• Bachelor or higher degree in Electrical and Electronics, Material, Physics or Chemical engineering.
• Minimum 3 years of hands‑on semiconductor experience.
• Possess computer software skills. (i.e. JMP, Minitab, SQL, Visual basic, etc)
• Knowledge in problem solving and quality control skills. (i.e. ISO, SPC, RCA, DAMIC, DOE, etc)

The above eligibility criteria are not exhaustive. A*STAR may include additional selection criteria based on its prevailing recruitment policies. These policies may be amended from time to time without notice. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.