Senior Research Engineer/Lead Research Engineer (Dry Etch) (NSTIC), IME

Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR); Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading research agency in Singapore is looking for a Process Engineer specializing in Dry etch processes. This role involves developing processes for a variety of materials, conducting experiments, and working closely with senior engineers to advance technology roadmaps. Candidates should possess strong engineering experience in semiconductors coupled with excellent communication skills to collaborate effectively across teams.

Qualifications

• 5 - 8 years of experience in Semiconductor process engineering, Dry etch/Wet etch processes.
• Knowledge of plasma fundamentals.
• Hands-on experience in designing and executing experiments (DOE) and statistical and cause analysis.

Responsibilities

• Develop and sustain Dry etch processes in R&D and Small volume manufacturing.
• Champion engineering experiments for process characterization.
• Work closely with senior staff and process integrators.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Materials Science, Metallurgy, Electrical, Electronics, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry or Physics

Job description

Job Responsibilities:

Develop and sustain Dry 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 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's or Master's degreein Materials Science, Metallurgy, Electrical, Electronics, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry or Physics; or relevant field science and engineering fields.

5 - 8 years of experience in Semiconductor process engineering/ 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