Senior Front-End Semiconductor Equipment Innovator

A*STAR - Agency for Science, Technology and Research; Singapore; On-site; SGD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

A*STAR in Singapore is seeking a Senior Research Engineer with broad experience in front-end semiconductor equipment to develop advanced components and manufacturing technologies supporting next-generation wafer fabrication.

The role involves hands-on equipment development, collaboration with industry partners, and leadership of technical work packages, with opportunities to translate research into industrial applications.

Qualifications

• 3–8 years of relevant experience in front-end semiconductor industry.
• Solid engineering fundamentals and hands-on problem-solving skills.
• Strong collaboration and communication abilities to work with industry partners.

Responsibilities

• Develop equipment components and subsystems for next-generation wafer fabrication.
• Design, test, and qualify advanced semiconductor equipment parts.
• Collaborate with industry partners to translate research into practical innovations.
• Lead or support industry-linked projects and document findings.

Skills

3–8 years experience

Front-end semiconductor

Hands-on problem solving

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in engineering

Tools

SEMI standards

Job description

A*STAR in Singapore is seeking a Senior Research Engineer with broad experience in front-end semiconductor equipment to develop advanced components and manufacturing technologies supporting next-generation wafer fabrication.

The role involves hands-on equipment development, collaboration with industry partners, and leadership of technical work packages, with opportunities to translate research into industrial applications.