Research Engineer, FAB, IME

A*STAR Research Entities (A*STAR); Singapore; On-site; SGD 45,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

A*STAR Research Entities (A*STAR) is seeking a Senior Semiconductor Process Technician to operate diverse tool types in a cleanroom setting. You will work at One North or Ang Mo Kio, following process specifications, and assist with setup protocols, change notifications, and data collection.

Ideal candidates have 6+ years in semiconductor fabrication, strong analytical and communication skills, and the ability to guide a team of operators in a fast-paced R&D atmosphere.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Microelectronics, Electrical, Mechanical, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, or a related discipline.
• 6+ years of experience in semiconductor fabrication processes (e.g., Photolithography, Etch, Thin Films, Diffusion, CMP, Metrology, bonder).
• Hands-on experience with semiconductor operations in a cleanroom environment.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and technical writing skills.
• Team player with good communication skills, ability to work independently and guide operators.
• Self-motivated, dependable, and eager to learn in a fast-paced R&D environment.

Responsibilities

• Handle and operate multiple tool types of semiconductor tools in a cleanroom environment.
• Working Location: One North or Ang Mo Kio.
• Use computer-based programs to perform daily tasks.
• Operate tools per process specs and set up protocols and change notifications.
• Participate in on-the-job training and complete required trainings.
• Provide operation coverage and backup tool operations support as needed.
• Monitor tool output and coordinate with Engineers-in-Charge for error recovery and lot movement.
• Demonstrate teamwork in executing process sequences and data collection.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Technical writing

Communication skills

Teamwork

Independence

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Microelectronics / Electrical / Mechanical / Materials Science / Chemical Engineering

Job description

Job Details:

Join our dynamic FAB Operations team at A*STAR, where you will work on advanced semiconductor process technologies and contribute to impactful research and innovation.

Responsibilities

• Handle and operate multiple tool types of semiconductor tool types in a cleanroom environment.
• Working Location: One North or Ang Mo Kio
• Use computer-based programs and applications to perform daily work and duties
• Operate tools according to required process specifications and work out on setup multiple protocol for tool that handle. (e.g., procedures, change notifications, work instruction, etc.)
• Actively participate in assigned on-the-job training and complete required trainings as requested.
• Provide operation coverage and backup tool operations support when necessary.
• Monitor tools output performance and communicate promptly with Engineers-in-Charge to support equipment error recovery to support project lots movement.
• Demonstrate teamwork in executing process sequences and performing data collection when required.
• Strictly follow safety protocols and cleanroom rules.
• Maintain a 6S work environment and report hazards, suspicious, or abnormal activities promptly.
• Identify and suggest improvements in wafer processing cycle time, equipment utilization, safety, compliance, consumable requirement and cost savings.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Microelectronics, Electrical, Mechanical, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, or a related discipline.
• > 6 years of experience in semiconductor fabrication processes (e.g., Photolithography, Etch, Thin Films, Diffusion, CMP, Metrology, bonder) preferred
• Hands-on experience with semiconductor operations in a cleanroom environment will be an advantage.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and technical writing skills.
• Team player with good communication skills, the ability to work independently and need to guide a group of operators.
• Self-motivated, dependable, and eager to learn in a fast‑paced R&D environment with diverse challenges.