Job Summary:
We are seeking a motivated and hands-on Process Engineer to support backend semiconductor packaging operations, with primary focus on wafer bumping, wafer singulation, wafer grinding/backgrind, and wafer mounting processes. The successful candidate will provide day-to-day engineering support to meet production output, product quality, efficiency, productivity, yield, cycle time, and safety requirements. This role is ideal for an engineer who enjoys data-driven problem solving, continuous improvement, and working closely with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Process Engineering & Manufacturing Support
- Provide engineering support for backend semiconductor packaging processes, including wafer bumping, wafer singulation, wafer grinding/backgrind, and wafer mounting.
- Support daily production activities to achieve output, quality, efficiency, productivity, yield, cycle time, and safety targets.
- Monitor and analyse process data to identify trends, risks, and improvement opportunities.
- Lead troubleshooting and problem-solving activities for process abnormalities, yield loss, quality excursions, and production issues.
- Drive permanent corrective and preventive actions to resolve chronic process and quality issues.
- Evaluate new products, materials, and processes during pilot runs and ensure process readiness for production release.
- Work closely with production, equipment, quality, planning, and cross-functional teams to ensure smooth manufacturing execution.
Documentation, Compliance & Audit Support
- Maintain and ensure the relevance of Work Instructions, Control Plans, FMEA, and Process Control documents.
- Prepare production lines and process documentation for internal and external audits.
- Support audit follow-up actions and ensure timely closure of findings.
- Promote compliance with safety, quality, and manufacturing standards.
Continuous Improvement
- Identify and implement improvement actions to enhance process stability, productivity, yield, and cost effectiveness.
- Apply statistical and quality tools such as SPC, MSA, and structured problem-solving methods where applicable.
- Participate in cross-functional initiatives to improve manufacturing robustness and operational excellence.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, preferably in Mechanical, Materials, Chemical, Manufacturing, or a related discipline.
- Preferably at least 2 years of relevant working experience as a Process Engineer in semiconductor assembly or backend manufacturing.
- Fresh graduates with strong technical aptitude and interest in semiconductor manufacturing may also be considered.
Required Skills & Competencies:
- Strong data analysis, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
- Good communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
- Good planning, organization, and follow-up skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and demonstrate strong commitment to achieving production and quality goals.
- Proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint, Excel, and Word.
- Knowledge of statistical and quality tools such as SPC and MSA is preferred.
Ideal Candidate Profile:
- A proactive team player who is hands-on, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in a dynamic manufacturing environment.