AVI Process Engineer

COHERENT; Sherman (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

COHERENT is seeking a senior Process Engineer to create and maintain AVI recipes, monitor SPC data, and drive process improvements in a cleanroom environment. You will ensure yield, write specifications, and train technicians while coordinating with Operations, Equipment Engineering, and Design teams.

The role emphasizes cross-functional problem solving, process optimization, and implementing corrective actions to reduce scrap and cycle time.

Qualifications

• Bachelors' degree in Physics, Chemistry, Materials Sciences or closely related science/engineering with 8+ years in semiconductors.
• Masters degree with 6+ years of industry experience.
• PhD with 3+ years of industry experience.
• GaAs processing or optoelectronics device experience preferred.
• Good written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Creates and maintains AVI recipes and processes.
• Monitors SPC data and maintains process control.
• Maintains process step.vise yield and investigates yield issues with corrective actions.
• Characterize/optimize process and develop CTRL plan and OCAP.
• Develop continuous improvement to reduce scrap, improve capability, reduce cost and cycle time.
• Write process specification documentation.
• Train Process Technicians on unit-processes.
• Collaborate with Operations, Equipment Engineering, Process Integration, Design, Supply Chain to meet objectives.
• Resolve technical issues spanning multiple process areas.

Skills

General semiconductor knowledge

Unit processes knowledge

Engineering statistics

Semiconductor lasers knowledge (pref)

Written and verbal communication

MS Office & JMP (statistics software)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Physics, Chemistry, Materials Science or related field

8+ years semiconductor industry experience

Master's degree with 6+ years experience

PhD with 3+ years experience

Tools

MS Office

JMP

Job description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

Creates and maintains AVI recipes and processes.

Monitors SPC data and maintains process control.

Maintains process step.vise yield and investigates yield issues in the unit and is tasked with developing/implementing corrective actions.

Characterize/optimize process and develop CTRL plan and OCAP.

Works on developing continuous improvement processes/activities to reduce scrap, improve process capability, reduce cost as well as decrease cycle time.

Responsible for writing process specification documentation.

Trains Process Technicians on unit-processes.

Collaborates with other functional groups, including Operations, Equipment Engineering, Process Integration, Design, Supply Chain, etc. to achieve business unit/organizational Objectives.

Resolves technical issues involving more than one process area

Education & Experience

-Bachelors' degree in Physics, Chemistry, Material Sciences or a closely related science or engineering major and at least 8 years of experience in the semiconductor industry OR

-Master degree and 6 years of industry experience OR

-PhD degree with 3 years of industry experience.

GaAs semiconductor processing or optoelectronics device experience preferred.

Skills

Knowledge of general semiconductor wafer processing and engineering practices.

Knowledge of multiple unit processes.

Knowledge of engineering statistics.

Knowledge of semiconductor lasers is preferred.

Good written/oral communication skill.

Fluency in MS Office suite as well as JMP or Other statistics software.

Working Conditions

Will be exposed to areas where hand tools and power tools are being operated. Will be exposed to areas where hazardous chemicals or gases are stored. Ability to work in a cleanroom environment per semi-conductor protocol/requirements.

Physical Requirements

• Work in a class 100/1000 clean room for extended periods


• Wear full cleanroom attire (smock, mask, etc.)


• Work with and/or around chemicals (such as solids and acids)

Safety Requirements

All employees are required to follow the site EHS procedures and Coherent Corp. Corporate EHS standards.

Quality and Environmental Responsibilities

Depending on location, this position may be responsible for the execution and maintenance of the ISO 9000, 9001, 14001 and/or other applicable standards that may apply to the relevant roles and responsibilities within the Quality Management System and Environmental Management System.

Culture Commitment

Ensure adherence to company's values (ICARE) in all aspects of your position at Coherent Corp.:

I ntegrity - Create an Environment of Trust

C ollaboration - Innovate Through the Sharing of Ideas

A ccountability - Own the Process and the Outcome

R espect - Recognize the Value in Everyone

E nthusiasm - Find a Sense of Purpose in Work

Coherent Corp. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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ABOUT US

Coherent is a global leader in lasers, engineered materials and networking components. We are a vertically integrated manufacturing company that develops innovative products for diversified applications in the industrial, optical communications, military, life sciences, semiconductor equipment, and consumer markets. Coherent provides a comprehensive career development platform within an environment that challenges employees to perform at their best, while rewarding excellence and hard-work through a competitive compensation program. It's an exciting opportunity to work for a company that offers stability, longevity and growth. Come Join Us!