Senior Associate Engineer / Associate Engineer (Photo Process)

Vanguard International Semiconductor Corporation; Singapore; On-site; SGD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Vanguard International Semiconductor Corporation in Singapore is seeking a skilled technician to mentor associate engineers and senior technicians, and to analyze SPC data for tool trends and line excursions. You will perform first-level investigations into OOC/OOS conditions and assist with process deviations, lot disposition, and tool judgments.

The role requires a Diploma in Eng or equivalent, experience in Photo Process semiconductor front-end, and the ability to work a 12-hour rotating

Qualifications

• Diploma in Eng (Electrical/Electronics/Chemistry/Microelectronics/Engineering or equivalent)
• Relevant working experience in Photo Process semiconductor front-end industry
• Willing to work in cleanroom environment
• Able to perform 12-hour rotating shift
• An excellent team player with good interpersonal skill
• Strong logical thinking capability and good analytical skill
• Highly committed with good ownership and accountability
• Passion for the semiconductor / manufacturing industry
• Able to adapt in a fast-paced environment and work under pressure
• Proficient in MS Office Applications

Responsibilities

• Mentor associate engineers and senior technicians.
• Analyze SPC data and tool trends; investigate OOC/OOS SPC conditions.
• Perform first-level investigations for line excursions and process deviations.
• Handle lot disposition and tool judgment.
• Collaborate with equipment and manufacturing teams to meet module objectives.
• Perform basic troubleshooting.
• Ensure safety, discipline, and housekeeping standards.
• Sustain wafer quality and manage line activities.
• Document shift activities and ensure robust handover between shifts.

Skills

Lithography physics

Data-driven problem solving

Leadership under pressure

Education

Diploma in Eng

Tools

MS Office

Job description

• Mentor associate engineers and senior technicians.
• Analyze SPC data, tool trends. Perform first-level investigation for out-of-control situations, line excursions, and abnormal lot/tool judgment due to inline OOC/OOS SPC conditions and process deviations
• Perform lot processing, tool loading/unloading, and basic recipe selection
• Handle lot disposition and tool judgment effectively.
• Collaborate closely with equipment and manufacturing teams to meet key module objectives.
• Perform basic troubleshooting
• Ensure compliance with safety, discipline, and housekeeping standards.
• Sustain wafer quality and manage all line activities.
• Analyze various defect types and provide clear problem descriptions to equipment teams for resolution.
• Assist engineers in process trials, DOEs, and qualifications
• Optimize process conditions to improve performance and stability.
• Document shift activities, issues and ensure robust handover between shifts and day engineering teams.

Skill Level

• Solid understanding of lithography physics and process interactions
• Data-driven problem-solving capability
• Strong leadership and decision-making under production pressure

Job Requirement

• Diploma in Electrical/Electronics/Chemistry/Microelectronics/Engineering or equivalent.
• Relevant working experience in Photo Process semiconductor front-end industry
• Willing to work in cleanroom environment.
• Able to perform 12-hour rotating shift
• An excellent team player with good interpersonal skill
• Strong logical thinking capability and good analytical skill
• Highly committed with good ownership and accountability
• Passion for the semiconductor / manufacturing industry
• Able to adapt in a fast-paced environment and work under pressure
• Proficient in MS Office Applications

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.