Senior Research Engineer (FAB System & Automation) (FAB), IME

A*STAR RESEARCH ENTITIES; Singapore; On-site; SGD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading research institution in Singapore is seeking a talented professional to advance semiconductor fabrication automation. The role involves deploying and optimizing automation frameworks, improving communication systems, and developing data analytics solutions. Candidates should possess a relevant engineering degree and programming skills in languages like PHP and Python, along with experience in MES system administration and automation solutions. Competitive benefits and opportunities for technical growth are offered.

Qualifications

• Degree in relevant engineering field required.
• 1-3 years of MES system administration experience preferred.
• Familiarity with Automated Material Handling System (AMHS) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Deploy and optimize automation frameworks in semiconductor fabrication.
• Collaborate with vendors for MES integration and communication systems.
• Design and develop intuitive web-based user interfaces.
• Generate automated insights and analytics for decision-making.
• Maintain and optimize IOT automation systems.

Skills

Strong programming skills in PHP

JavaScript proficiency

Python expertise

Automation solutions development

Data synthesis and analysis

Education

Degree in Microelectronics/Electrical/Mechanical/Chemical Engineering

Job description

Role Description

You will be playing a pivotal role in advancing semiconductor fabrication automation. You will be responsible for deploying and optimizing automation frameworks, integrating IoT hardware/software, and enabling seamless communication between Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMR), SECS/GEM protocols, Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), and semiconductor tools.

Key Responsibilities

• MES Integration & VendorCoordination:Collaborate with vendors to evaluate, configure, and deployrobust communication systems between MES, tools, and AMR.
• Software Development &Web UI Creation:Design and develop intuitive web-based user interface forseamless user interaction, system monitoring, and operational control.
• Automated Data Analytics& Visualization:Generate automated periodic insights, analytics,reports, visualizations, and alerts to support real-time decision-makingprocesses.
• System Maintenance &Optimization:Conduct periodic data integrity checks, implement automatedfailure alerts, troubleshoot system issues, and enhance automation frameworkswith innovative features for existing and new systems.
• Semiconductor FabAutomation:Responsible for proposing/developing/implementing/maintainingIOT automation systems collecting/cleaning/restructuring equipment data andstorage in data management system. Create equipment and operator interfaceenabling the ease of user entry with digital recording

Job Requirements

• Degree in Microelectronics/Electrical/Mechanical/Chemical Engineering orequivalent
• Technical Proficiency:Strong programming skills in PHP, JavaScript, Python, or other languages commonly used in web technologies and semiconductor automation.
• Data Analysis & Automation Expertise:Experience in data synthesis, reasoning, and analysis, with a keen ability to develop automation solutions for complex processes.Experience in AMHS (Automated Material Handling System) is a plus.
• Industry Knowledge:Preferably 1-3 years of MES system administration experience in semiconductor process modules, equipment engineering, or digital transformation / automation.