Senior Associate Engineer / Associate Engineer (Process - Etch / Photo / Thin Film / Diffusion)

Vanguard International Semiconductor Company; Singapore; On-site; SGD 35,712 - 58,032; Full time

Job summary

Vanguard International Semiconductor Company is seeking a Production Process Technician to analyze SPC charts, troubleshoot tool issues, and ensure data integrity in the Module environment. The role requires a Diploma in a relevant engineering field and experience with etch, photo, thin film, or diffusion processes.

You will participate in shift rotations, maintain equipment and recipes, and coach new technicians.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Electrical / Electronics / Chemical Process Engineering / Chemistry.
• Experience in Etch / Photo / Thin Film / Diffusion Process.
• Able to perform 12-hour rotating shift.
• Excellent team player with good interpersonal skill.
• Strong logical thinking capability and good analytical skill.
• Proficient in MS Office Applications.

Responsibilities

• Analyze SPC charts using SPACE.
• Respond to all PR rules and follow CAS correctly.
• Know basic annotation and achieve quality troubleshooting rate for SPC OOC points.
• Monitor all qualified processes using SPC and other statistical tools.
• Setup and troubleshoot issues in recipes/job files in all metrology tools within the Module.
• Do regular housekeeping of production job files.
• Perform shift duties (12-hour shift) to support the running of production in the Module and ensure that the integrity of the tools is in place to run the process.
• Obtain data for lots affected by tool faults for disposition to minimize the held time for the lots.
• Always use CAS if it exists in disposition. Troubleshoot process related issues.
• Provide detailed and accurate pass-down of lot disposition details. Ensure data completion for all information required to be filled up by Process Technician/AE part — no steps to be skipped.
• Provide proper and accurate pass-down of line issues and documentation (fill up and file the checklists).
• Follow SOP and carry out CAS per specification.
• Assist Engineers in the qualification and fine-tune of new processes and new equipment for production. Understand the concept of repeatability and reproducibility (R&R) run.
• Assist in implementing process improvement projects. Learn basic concept of Design-of-Experiment to assist engineers in running experiments where applicable.
• Participate in Module CIP programs to improve quality and productivity of the Module.
• Constantly monitor and feedback process issues to Engineers for further improvement.
• Coordinate with Specialists to ensure that work is carried out according to SOP to meet Module objectives.
• Coordinate with Specialists to ensure efficiency of work to meet MFG and Module objectives. Assist Engineering team to meet uptime and OEE indices goals.
• Ensure and follow good housekeeping and safety practice when working in the FAB or in the office area.
• Assist new Technician/AE on their On-The-Job-Training (OJT) by acting as their buddy.
• Coach Technicians or TAs as instructed by Supervisor.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Team player

Interpersonal skills

Education

Diploma in Electrical / Electronics / Chemical Process Engineering / Chemistry

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Job Description

• Analyze SPC charts using SPACE.
• Respond to all PR rules and follow CAS correctly.
• Know basic annotation and achieve quality troubleshooting rate for SPC OOC points.
• Monitor all qualified processes using SPC and other statistical tools.
• Setup and troubleshoot issues in recipes/job files in all metrology tools within the Module.
• Do regular housekeeping of production job files.
• Perform shift duties (12‑hour shift) to support the running of production in the Module and ensure that the integrity of the tools is in place to run the process.
• Obtain data for lots affected by tool faults for disposition to minimize the held time for the lots.
• Always use CAS if it exists in disposition. Troubleshoot process related issues.
• Provide detailed and accurate pass‑down of lot disposition details. Ensure data completion for all information required to be filled up by Process Technician/AE part — no steps to be skipped.
• Provide proper and accurate pass‑down of line issues and documentation (fill up and file the checklists).
• Follow SOP and carry out CAS per specification.
• Assist Engineers in the qualification and fine‑tune of new processes and new equipment for production. Understand the concept of repeatability and reproducibility (R&R) run.
• Assist in implementing process improvement projects. Learn basic concept of Design‑of‑Experiment to assist engineers in running experiments where applicable.
• Participate in Module CIP programs to improve quality and productivity of the Module.
• Constantly monitor and feedback process issues to Engineers for further improvement.
• Coordinate with Specialists to ensure that work is carried out according to SOP to meet Module objectives.
• Coordinate with Specialists to ensure efficiency of work to meet MFG and Module objectives. Assist Engineering team to meet uptime and OEE indices goals.
• Ensure and follow good housekeeping and safety practice when working in the FAB or in the office area.
• Assist new Technician/AE on their On‑The‑Job‑Training (OJT) by acting as their buddy.
• Coach Technicians or TAs as instructed by Supervisor.

Job Requirements

• Diploma in Electrical / Electronics / Chemical Process Engineering / Chemistry.
• Experience in Etch / Photo / Thin Film / Diffusion Process.
• 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‑pace environment and work under pressure.
• Proficient in MS Office Applications.