Anneal Engineer - Equipment or Process

Samsung Electronics America; Taylor (TX); On-site; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance and 401(k) matching

Onsite café and workout facilities

Paid maternity and paternity leave

PTO and holidays

Wellness incentives

MBO bonuses

Job summary

Samsung Austin Semiconductor is seeking an Anneal Engineer to support 300mm tool equipment and process capabilities in a 24x7 fab environment.

You will drive tool reliability, yield improvements, cost reduction, and cross‑functional collaboration, with responsibilities including monitoring, troubleshooting, CPM, and documentation.

BS in Engineering and 2+ years in semiconductors are preferred; familiarity with RTP tools such as AMAT/Vantage is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical, Chemical, Physics, or Mechanical Engineering
• 2+ years of semiconductor experience preferred with RTP knowledge
• Experience troubleshooting equipment or process failures
• Experience with tool installation and setup
• Ability to wear clean room PPE and lift up to 35 lbs

Responsibilities

• Monitor real-time tool performance; identify and resolve issues and respond to alarms
• Lead new tool qualification and coordinate maintenance with manufacturing
• Execute Change-Point Management (CPM) and document updates
• Maintain SOPs and communicate updates to cross-functional teams
• Track performance metrics (yield, throughput, particle counts)

Skills

Semiconductor experience

Thermal Anneal (RTP) processes

Troubleshooting equipment

Data analysis & decision making

Education

BS in Electrical, Chemical, Physics, or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AMAT Centura Radiance

AMAT Centura DPN/DPX

AMAT Vantage Radiance

AMAT Vantage Astra

Mattson Millios

Veeco LSA

Job description

About Samsung Austin Semiconductor Samsung is a world leader in advanced semiconductor technology, founded on the belief that the pursuit of excellence creates a better world. At Samsung Austin Semiconductor, we are Innovating Today to Power the Devices of Tomorrow. Come innovate with us!

Position Summary

In your role as an Anneal Engineer, you'll be responsible to support equipment and process capabilities of 300mm tools for the Implant department. You will be a part of a team that focuses on keeping tools running at peak efficiency and drive yield improvements, reduce defects, cut operating costs, and implement continuous‑improvement initiatives across a 24×7 manufacturing environment.

Role and Responsibilities

• Equipment Monitoring and Troubleshooting. Observe real‑time tool performance; identify and resolve issues (mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, defects). Respond to alarms and perform recovery plans with technicians. Use software to analyze data, identify root causes, and make decisions about processing product.
• Lead new tool qualification.
• Schedule and coordinate equipment maintenance and coordinate downtime with manufacturing team.
• Execute Change‑Point Management (CPM).
• Standardization & Documentation. Revise and maintain SOPs, record daily tool activity, and capture lessons learned. Communicate technical updates via presentations to cross‑functional teams.
• Monitor operational costs and lead projects for cost‑reduction.
• Document and track performance metrics (yield, throughput, particle counts).

Skills and Qualifications

• BS degree in Electrical, Chemical, Physics, or Mechanical Engineering or related field of study.
• 2+ years of semiconductor experience highly desired with knowledge of Thermal Anneal (RTP) processes and equipment.
• Experience with any of the following tools preferred: AMAT Centura Radiance, AMAT Centura DPN or DPX, AMAT Vantage Radiance, AMAT Vantage Astra, Mattson Millios, Veeco LSA.
• Experience with troubleshooting equipment or process failures.
• Experience with tool installation and setup.
• Understanding of statistical methods, Structured Problem‑Solving (8D, 7-step, etc..) ability.
• Able to wear clean room suit and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and to lift < 35 lbs.
• Able to work in FAB environment and sitting at a computer terminal for extended periods of time.
• Note: You may be exposed to yellow lights, blinking lights.

Total Rewards

The current base salary range for this role is between $95,000 - $120,000.00. Individual base pay rates will depend on factors including duties, work location, education, skills, qualifications and experience.

Total compensation for this position will include a competitive benefits package and may include participation in company incentive compensation programs, which are based on factors to include organizational and individual performance.

Total Rewards At Samsung Austin Semiconductor, base pay is just one part of our total compensation package. The base compensation for this role will depend on education, experience, skills, and location.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance and 401(k) matching with immediate vesting
• Onsite café(s) and workout facilities
• Paid maternity and paternity leave
• Paid time off (PTO) + 2 personal holidays and 10 regular holidays
• Wellness incentives and MORE
• Eligible full‑time employees (salaried or hourly) may also receive MBO bonuses based on company, division, and individual performance.

All positions at Samsung Austin Semiconductor are full-time on-site.

U.S. Export Control Compliance

This role may require access to information subject to U.S. export control laws. Applicants must be authorized to access such information or eligible for government authorization.

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Equal Employment Opportunity

Samsung Electronics America, Inc. and its subsidiaries are committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.