Senior Scientist I, APM, IME

A*STAR - Agency for Science, Technology and Research; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A*STAR - Agency for Science, Technology and Research is searching for a skilled Process Engineer. The role involves developing and sustaining dry etch processes for R&D and manufacturing, conducting research from concept to development, and leading projects while collaborating with senior staff.

Applicants must have a PhD in Materials Science, Engineering, or related fields, and prior experience with dry etch processes is preferred. Strong analytical and interpersonal skills are also essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• PhD in a relevant scientific or engineering field is required.
• Prior experience with dry or wet etch processes is preferred.
• Knowledge of plasma fundamentals is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Develop and sustain dry etch processes in R&D and manufacturing environments.
• Conduct professional process engineering research from concept to final development.
• Compile and evaluate test data for appropriate process specifications.

Skills

Process engineering research

Dry etch processes

Statistical analysis

Problem-solving methods

Interpersonal skills

Education

PhD in Materials Science, Metallurgy, Electrical, Electronics, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry or Physics

Job description

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 specialty 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 a subject matter expert for both internal and external stakeholders

Requirements

• PhD in Materials Science, Metallurgy, Electrical, Electronics, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry or Physics; or relevant field science and engineering fields.
• PhD 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.