Photo Process Associate Engineer

SYSTEMS ON SILICON MANUFACTURING COMPANY PTE LTD; Singapore; On-site; SGD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

SYSTEMS ON SILICON MANUFACTURING COMPANY PTE LTD is seeking an Associate Engineer to join our Photolithography Process team in Singapore. The role involves supporting production line operations, ensuring process integrity, and maintaining quality control.

The ideal candidate will have a diploma in relevant fields and experience or a keen interest in semiconductor manufacturing. Responsibilities include assisting in production activities, monitoring quality, and training new engineers.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years’ experience in front end semiconductor manufacturing environment is preferred.
• Fresh diploma graduates with keen interest are welcome to apply.
• Basic theory/knowledge in Wafer Fabrication Technology.

Responsibilities

• Assist process engineers in production line activities to achieve operational goals.
• Perform shift duties (12 hours) to support production line.
• Monitor SPC to ensure product quality meets requirements.
• Assist new engineers with On-The-Job Training.
• Communicate with relevant parties during shift works.

Skills

Good communication skills

Ability to work in a multi-cultural environment

Discipline and adherence to procedures

Positive learning attitude

Education

Diploma in Electrical / Electronics / Mechatronics / Mechanical / Microelectronics / Chemical Process Technology

Job description

SSMC (Systems on Silicon Manufacturing Company Pte. Ltd.), is a Joint Venture between NXP and TSMC. We offer flexible and cost effective semiconductor fabrication solutions by maintaining fully equipped SMIF cleanroom environment, 100% equipment automation and proven wafer‑manufacturing processes.

At SSMC, every career journey is unique and rewarding. We're looking for innovative, passionate, and talented people like you to join our team.

We’re searching for an Associate Engineer to be part of our Photolithography Process diverse team of talent.

What you will be working on:

• To assist the process engineers in production line related activities to achieve operation goals
• Perform shift duties (12 hours) to support production line related to Photo to ensure process integrity of tools for production
• Monitor and sustain SPC (fine tuning of processes) to ensure quality of products meet requirements
• Assist new Associate Engineers on their On‑The‑Job‑Training (OJT) by acting as their buddy
• Obtains data of products affected by tool faults & dispose products according to procedure within expected time
• Obtains data of products exceed defects warning limits and dispose products according to procedure; Ensure suspected tool recover to baseline defects performance before release for production run.
• Obtains, review and analysis defect and WAT data for products as per procedure
• Provide proper and accurate pass down of lineissues, outstanding tasks and document properly. Able to take over pass down and follow up on outstanding tasks diligently
• Set-up metrology recipes in respective metrology tools and able to perform regular house‑keeping
• Ensure and follow good housekeeping and job safety practices when work in office and in fab area
• Communicate with relevant parties during shift works and Escalate in time at situation defined as per sop defined
• Maintain good housekeeping in the production area, ensuring good safety practice and also safe custody of tools, equipment and other properties belonging to the Module
• Participate in Transform Platform

More about you:

• Diploma in Electrical / Electronics / Mechatronics / Mechanical/ Microelectronics / Chemical Process Technology or equivalent
• 1‑2 years’ experience in front end semiconductor manufacturing environment preferred
• Fresh diploma graduates with keen interest are welcome to apply
• Basic theory/knowledge, which should include at least two of the following Wafer Fabrication Technology
• Good ability and experience working in a multi‑cultural environment
• Disciplined and able to follow procedure strictly
• Positive learning attitude
• Able to perform 12‑hour rotating shift (day/night) and work under pressure
• Able to work in clean room environment
• Clear and concise communication skills
• Able to communicate in English & Mandarin

SSMC is firmly committed to upholding equal employment opportunities for all individuals. We strictly adhere to the Tripartite Guidelines on Fair Employment Practices (TGFEP), the Singapore Food Safety and Security Act 2025 (FSSA 2025), and the Singapore Code of Advertising Practice. All qualified applicants will receive non‑discriminatory consideration for employment on the basis of merit and regardless of age, race, gender, religion, marital status and family responsibilities, or disability, or any other attributes as protected by the relevant laws.