Senior Research Engineer

Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR); Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading research agency in Singapore is seeking a skilled process engineer to develop and sustain dry plasma etch processes in R&D and manufacturing settings. The successful candidate will perform professional process engineering research and champion experiments to enhance quality and yield. Candidates should possess a degree in relevant fields with experience in etch processes, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to communicate effectively. This role offers opportunities for professional growth in a dynamic team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor or Master degree with 2+ years experience in related fields.
• Preferred experience in dry etch/wet etch processes.
• Hands-on experience in designing and executing DOE.

Responsibilities

• Develop and sustain Dry plasma etch processes.
• Perform professional process engineering research.
• Champion engineering experiments for process characterization.

Skills

Materials Science

Metallurgy

Electronics

Chemical Engineering

Hands-on experience in DOE

Problem-solving methods

Good interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor or Master in relevant fields

Job description

Job Responsibilities

• Develop and sustain Dry plasma etch processes in R&D and Small volume manufacturing environment
• Responsible for performing professional process engineering research, from the concept to the final process development for a wide variety of materials (Metals, Silicon, Dielectrics, SiC and other speciality Piezo electric materials)
• May conceive and plan projects involving the definition and selection of new materials, concepts and approaches in the processing or developing of new processes.
• Compiles and evaluates test data to determine appropriate limits and variables for process specifications.
• Championing engineering experiments for process characterization to drive quality and yield improvement
• Set up and collect the experimental data and generate reports for internal and customer distribution.
• Design and complete DOE (Design of Experiments) evaluations to characterize process window for new requirements
• Work closely with senior staff and process integrators to understand technology roadmaps, process capability requirements and business issues/ challenges.
• Act as a resource for colleagues with less experience; lead small projects with manageable risks
• Act as subject matter expert for both internal and external stakeholders.

Requirements

• Bachelor or Master >+2year experience in Materials Science, Metallurgy, Electrical, Electronics, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry or Physics; or relevant field science and engineering fields.
• Master graduates with plasma or semiconductor process exposure are added advantages.
• Prior experience in dry etch/Wet etch processes is preferred
• Knowledge of plasma fundamentals is an added advantage
• Hands‑on experience in designing and executing experiments (DOE), statistical and cause analysis, and problem‑solving methods
• Possess good interpersonal and communication skills