Principal Engineer, Process Engineering (CMP)

GlobalFoundries; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

GlobalFoundries in Woodlands, Singapore is seeking a Principal Process Engineer to lead process sustenance, development, and optimization for high-volume manufacturing. You will drive variability reduction, defectivity control, and DOE-driven improvements across multiple technologies, partnering with internal customers and external suppliers.

The role requires 6+ years in semiconductor processing, strong governance, and cross-site collaboration.

Qualifications

• Min degree in Engineering or equivalent with ~6 years in semiconductor process and manufacturing.
• Experience managing programs in complex manufacturing environments.
• Strong cross-functional leadership and stakeholder management.
• Experience operating in a global, multi-site organization.
• Ability to drive governance, execution, and exec-level communication.

Responsibilities

• Sustain and develop processes to reduce variability and optimize recipes.
• Collaborate with internal customers on unit process development and troubleshooting.
• Improve process robustness using statistical methods and DOE.
• Apply lean manufacturing and six sigma in production.
• Drive continuous improvement for throughput, cost, and yield learning.
• Train shift technicians for 24x7 HVM production.
• Interact with equipment suppliers and QA teams.

Skills

Process engineering

Program management

Cross-functional leadership

DOE techniques

Statistical tools

Lean Six Sigma

Global manufacturing

Education

MS degree in Engineering

MS degree in Materials Science

Job description

About GlobalFoundries:

GlobalFoundries (GF) is a leading manufacturer of essential semiconductors, enabling AI at scale from the cloud to the physical world. Through deep partnerships with customers, GF delivers differentiated, power efficient and high-performance solutions for high growth markets. With global manufacturing operations across the U.S., Europe and Asia, GF is a trusted and holistic technology partner for customers around the world. GF’s talented, global team remains focused every day on security, longevity, and sustainability. For more information, visit www.gf.com.

Introduction

We is seeking a highly motivated Principal Process Engineer to become a part of our Fab7 wafer fabrication facility in Woodlands, Singapore.

Essential Responsibilities:

• The individual will be responsible for process sustenance and development that includes process variability reduction, recipe development, defectivity reduction and process optimization for high volume manufacturing (HVM).
• Collaborate with GlobalFoundries internal customers and participate in development/manufacturing of unit process for various technologies including Sustain production line, daily SPC monitoring, Cpk improvement, and troubleshooting support for process and tool issues.
• Improve process robustness for high volume manufacturing using statistical tools, DOE techniques, data-driven decision making, and systematic problem-solving skills.
• Use lean manufacturing and six sigma processes.
• Drive continuous improvement efforts in support of throughput improvement, cost reduction, and yield learning.
• Train shift technicians for executing the business processes in a 24x7 HVM production environment.
• Interact and collaborate closely with multiple internal and external stakeholders and teams such as equipment suppliers, equipment engineers and technicians, CFM (contamination free manufacturing) team, PI (process integration) team, cost management and quality assurance teams.

Other Responsibilities:

• Perform all activities in a safe and responsible manner and support all Environmental, Health, Safety & Security requirements and programs.
• Other duties as assigned by manager.

Required qualifications

• Min Degree in Engineering or equivalent 6 years of relevant experience semiconductor process and manufacturing operations.
• Proven experience in program management within complex manufacturing or operations environments.
• Strong cross-functional leadership and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience operating in a global, multi-site organization.
• Ability to drive structured governance, execution discipline, and executive-level communication.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Education - MS degree in Materials Science, Electrical Engineering, Solid State Physics, Chemical or other relevant engineering physical science discipline.
• Experienced process engineer
• Experience and understanding of high-volume manufacturing.
• Project management skills - i.e., the ability to innovate and execute on solutions that matter; the ability to navigate ambiguity.
• Excellent interpersonal and technical presentation skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong planning & organizational skills.
• Strong organizational skills demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously, adjust to shifting priorities and meet business needs and commitments on time.

GlobalFoundries is an equal opportunity employer, cultivating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We believe having a multicultural workplace enhances productivity, efficiency and innovation whilst our employees feel truly respected, valued and heard. As an affirmative employer, all qualified applicants are considered for employment regardless of age, ethnicity, marital status, citizenship, race, religion, political affiliation, gender, sexual orientation and medical and/or physical abilities. All offers of employment with GlobalFoundries are conditioned upon the successful completion of background checks, medical screenings as applicable and subject to the respective local laws and regulations.

No Recruitment Fee Policy:

GlobalFoundries is committed to ethical and transparent hiring practices. Candidates will not be charged any fees at any stage of the recruitment process. Any request for payment related to a GlobalFoundries employment opportunity is unauthorized and should be reported immediately. All legitimate recruitment communications are conducted exclusively through official GlobalFoundries channels. To report concerns or suspected recruitment fraud, please contact our Ethics & Compliance Office at [e-mail] or visit our official website.

Information about our benefits you can find here: https://gf.com/about-us/careers/opportunities-asia

We shape what's essential At GlobalFoundries you will find a vibrant work environment where collaboration and innovation thrive. Our diverse and global team shares a culture of respect and inclusivity, representing the best in the industry. We celebrate success together and are united by our dedication to excellence and our desire to improve and empower the world.