Senior Research Engineer I (FAB), IME

A*STAR - Agency for Science, Technology and Research; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A*STAR - Agency for Science, Technology and Research in Singapore invites a highly experienced candidate to join the FAB Operations team. You will work on advanced semiconductor process technologies and contribute to impactful research and innovation.

Responsibilities include operating multiple semiconductor tool types in a cleanroom, adhering to process specifications, and participating in training. Strong teamwork and problem-solving are essential in this fast-paced R&D environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Microelectronics, Electrical, Mechanical, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, or related field.
• 10+ years of semiconductor fabrication experience preferred.
• Hands-on cleanroom equipment operation and strong analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Handle multiple tool types of semiconductor equipment in a cleanroom environment.
• Operate equipment according to process specifications; follow procedures and work instructions.
• Participate in on-the-job training and required trainings as requested.
• Provide operation coverage and backup equipment support when needed.
• Monitor tool output and assist Engineers-in-Charge with data and issue resolution.
• Collaborate with team to execute process sequences and collect data.

Skills

Semiconductor equipment

Cleanroom operations

Data collection

Technical writing

Team collaboration

Education

BSc/MSc Microelectronics

Job description

Job Description

Job Details

Join our dynamic FAB Operations team at A*STAR, where you will work on advanced semiconductor process technologies and contribute to impactful research and innovation.

Responsibilities

• Handle multiple tool types of semiconductor equipment in a cleanroom environment.
• Working Location: One North / Science Park 2 / Tampines
• Use computer-based programs and applications to perform daily work and duties
• Operate equipment according to required process specifications. (e.g., procedures, change notifications, work instruction, etc.)
• Actively participate in assigned on-the-job training and complete required trainings as requested.
• Provide operation coverage and backup equipment support when necessary.
• Monitor tools output performance and communicate promptly with Engineers-in-Charge to support equipment error recovery to support project lots movement.
• Demonstrate teamwork in executing process sequences and performing data collection when required.
• Strictly follow safety protocols and cleanroom rules.
• Maintain a 6S work environment and report hazards, suspicious, or abnormal activities promptly.
• Identify and suggest improvements in wafer processing cycle time, equipment utilization, safety, compliance, consumable requirement and cost savings.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Microelectronics, Electrical, Mechanical, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, or a related discipline.
• > 10 years of experience in semiconductor fabrication processes (e.g., Photolithography, Etch, Thin Films, Diffusion, CMP, Metrology, bonder) preferred
• Hands-on experience with semiconductor equipment operation in a cleanroom environment will be an advantage.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and technical writing skills.
• Team player with good communication skills, the ability to work independently and need to guide a group of operators.
• Self-motivated, dependable, and eager to learn in a fast-paced R&D environment with diverse challenges.