Senior Engineer II, Process Engineering (Advanced Packaging)

ASM; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

ASM in Singapore seeks a Senior Process Engineer to advance semiconductor process technologies through thin-film deposition and advanced packaging. You will drive DOE/RSM studies, develop W2W/D2W Hybrid bonding processes, mentor engineers, and collaborate with customers to demonstrate capabilities.

You will also contribute to materials characterization, publish findings, and support IP development. Travel up to 10% is expected as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in a relevant field.
• Extensive hands-on experience in thin-film deposition and advanced packaging.
• Strong materials characterization skills.
• Experience with W2W/D2W Hybrid bonding is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Research, develop, and optimize semiconductor processes focused on Advanced Packaging including depositions (ALD, PECVD, PVD, ECP) and surface preparation.
• Design and conduct complex experiments using DOE and RSM methodologies; interpret and analyze experimental data.
• Develop new films or processes for emerging packaging applications like W2W/D2W Hybrid bonding and perform advanced materials characterization.
• Provide mentorship to Process Engineers and lead technical problem-solving sessions using scientific methods and tools such as Ishikawa diagrams.
• Collaborate with customers and marketing teams to define requirements and execute demonstrations.
• Troubleshoot equipment issues through hands‑on engagement and ensure successful product transfer to customers.
• Draft technical papers, generate Intellectual Property, and present findings to professional audiences.
• Travel up to 10% to support remote sites and customer engagements.
• May supervise process engineering technicians and provide input on performance evaluations.

Skills

Thin-film deposition

ALD

CVD

PECVD

Materials characterization

XPS

SIMS

RBS

AFM

XRR

XRD

TEM

SEM

Ellipsometry

Education

Bachelors degree in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Electrical Engineering, or Physics

Masters or PhD preferred

Tools

DOE

RSM

Ishikawa diagrams

Job description

Step into a career with ASM, where cutting edge technology meets collaborative culture.

For over 55 years ASM has been ahead of what’s next, at the forefront of innovation and what’s technologically possible. With more than 4,500 ASMers representing 70 nationalities, our people and our advanced semiconductor devices are playing a crucial role in trends such as 5G, cloud computing, AI, and autonomous driving.Butwe’re more than just a tech company. We value diversity, inclusion and sustainability as we strive to make a positive impact on the world. Our development programs help support your growth, shaping your future and pushing the boundaries of innovation to unleash potential.

Job's mission

As a Senior Process Engineer, you will play a key role in advancing ASM’s semiconductor process technologies. You’ll leverage your expertise in thin-film deposition and materials characterization to develop innovative solutions for next-generation devices. Your work will directly influence product performance and enable breakthroughs in logic, memory, and power applications.

What you will be working on

• Research, develop, and optimize semiconductor processes focused on Advanced Packaging including depositions (ALD, PECVD, PVD, ECP) and surface preparation.
• Design and conduct complex experiments using DOE and RSM methodologies; interpret and analyze experimental data.
• Develop new films or processes for emerging packaging applications like W2W/D2W Hybrid bonding and perform advanced materials characterization.
• Provide mentorship to Process Engineers and lead technical problem-solving sessions using scientific methods and tools such as Ishikawa diagrams.
• Collaborate with customers and marketing teams to define requirements and execute demonstrations.
• Troubleshoot equipment issues through hands‑on engagement and ensure successful product transfer to customers.
• Draft technical papers, generate Intellectual Property, and present findings to professional audiences.
• Travel up to 10% to support remote sites and customer engagements.
• May supervise process engineering technicians and provide input on performance evaluations.

What we are looking for

• Bachelor's, Master’s or PhD in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Electrical Engineering, or Physics.
• Direct experience working on D2W/W2W Hybrid bonding including surface preparation steps
• Minimum 10 years of combined education, research, and work experience in thin-film deposition (ALD, CVD, PECVD) and advanced packaging processes.
• Proficiency in materials characterization techniques (XPS, SIMS, RBS, AFM, XRR, XRD, TEM, SEM, ellipsometry).
• Knowledge of electrical characterization techniques for CMOS devices.
• Ability to manage complex process development projects, including schedules, budgets, and personnel.

What sets you apart

• Expertise in integration advanced packaging process flows like CoWoS, SoIC, InFO.
• Experience in contributing Process and equipment qualification data towards a full Semiconductor equipment PLC process
• Experience with advanced metrology/Inspection characterization techniques
• Strong communication skills to convey technical concepts clearly.

We make the tech that enables the chips in devices which improve lives around the world. We do this with an eye to the future, pushing the boundaries of what’s possible through cutting‑edge innovation, and driving the next wave of technological breakthroughs that shape how we live, work, and connect.

To learn more about ASM, find us atasm.com andon LinkedIn,Facebook,Instagram, XandYouTube.

ASM is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, nationality, social or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender, gender identify or expression, marital status, pregnancy, political affiliation, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.