Process Technician/ Assistant Engineer (FAB Ops Eng/Cleanroom), IME

A*STAR - Agency for Science, Technology and Research; Singapore; On-site; SGD 36,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

A*STAR - Agency for Science, Technology and Research is seeking a candidate to support semiconductor process development and manufacturing in our state-of-the-art R&D fab in Singapore. The role involves executing photolithography, deposition, etching, thermal processing and cleaning steps, collecting data, and reporting metrology results to drive process optimization.

Responsibilities include operating process equipment safely, monitoring stability and yield, performing verifications, and

Qualifications

• Diploma in Microelectronics, Electronics Engineering, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Nanotechnology, Semiconductor Technology, or a related discipline.
• Experience in semiconductor fabrication processes preferred.
• Knowledge of DOE and process characterization is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operate semiconductor process equipment safely and efficiently.
• Monitor process stability, yield, and reproducibility.
• Perform routine process verification and troubleshooting.
• Support preventive maintenance activities with equipment engineers.

Skills

Process execution

DOE support

Data analysis

Process optimization

Troubleshooting

Cleanroom procedures

Education

Diploma in Microelectronics or related discipline

Tools

Semiconductor equipment

Job description

Job Description

• Execute semiconductor fabrication processes including:
• Photolithography, Thin film deposition (PVD, CVD, ALD), Dry and wet etching, Thermal processing, Surface treatment and cleaning, MP and advanced packaging processes.
• Support process development experiments and Design of Experiments (DOE).
• Collect, analyze, and report process and metrology data.
• Assist in process characterization, optimization, and qualification activities.

Key Responsibilities

Process Development & Optimization

• Execute semiconductor fabrication processes including:
  • Photolithography, Thin film deposition (PVD, CVD, ALD), Dry and wet etching, Thermal processing, Surface treatment and cleaning, MP and advanced packaging processes.
• Support process development experiments and Design of Experiments (DOE).
• Collect, analyze, and report process and metrology data.
• Assist in process characterization, optimization, and qualification activities.

R&D Fab Operations

• Operate semiconductor process equipment safely and efficiently.
• Monitor process stability, yield, and reproducibility.
• Perform routine process verification and troubleshooting.
• Support preventive maintenance activities alongside equipment engineers.
• Ensure compliance with fab operating procedures and cleanroom protocols.

Educational Qualifications

• Diploma in Microelectronics, Electronics Engineering, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Nanotechnology, Semiconductor Technology, or a related discipline.