Chemical Mechanical Polishing (CMP) Staff Engineer

SkyWater Technology, Inc.; BLOOMINGTON (MN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

SkyWater Technology, Inc. in Bloomington, MN is looking for a CMP Engineer to develop and integrate robust, manufacturable CMP process recipes for Foundry customers. The role is based at our HQ in Bloomington, MN.

You will characterize CMP equipment and materials, drive process capability improvements, and tackle complex integration across CMOS, MEMS, and photonics. A strong problem-solving capability and data-driven approach are essential, along with citizenship eligibility for government

Qualifications

• Bachelor's and/or master's in an engineering discipline, or PhD in engineering.
• BS with 5 years, MS with 3 years, or PhD with 0–3 years in a semiconductor fab or lab.
• Experience with CMP processing and fab tools.
• Knowledge of CMOS/MEMS/Photonic integration.
• Familiarity with DOE, SPC, and Six Sigma concepts.
• U.S. Citizenship required for security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Equipment and material characterization as it relates to CMP.
• Drive continuous improvement of CMP process capability and controls.
• Complex CMP process integration for CMOS/MEMS/Photonics or other novel device types.
• Resolve process excursions and drive permanent RCCA.

Skills

Problem solving

Data driven

Cross functional

Independent worker

Education

Engineering degree (B.S./M.S./Ph.D.)

Tools

CMP processing tools

Semiconductor lab equipment

DOE/ SPC/ Six Sigma concepts

Job description

SkyWater is hiring a Chemical Mechanical Polishing (CMP) Engineer to develop or integrate robust manufacturable process recipes for Foundry customers. The job is located at our HQ in Bloomington, MN.

Responsibilities:

• Equipment and material characterization as it relates to CMP.
• Drive continuous improvement of CMP process capability and controls.
• Complex CMP process integration for CMOS/MEMS/Superconducting/Photonics or other novel device types.
• Resolve process excursions and drive permanent Root Cause Corrective Actions (RCCA).

Required Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelors & Masters in an Engineering discipline, or PhD in an Engineering discipline.
• BS with 5 years, MS with 3 years, or PhD with 0-3 years of engineering experience in a semiconductor fab or lab environment.
• Fab processing tools knowledge/experience, particularly with CMP processing knowledge/experience.
• CMOS/MEMS/Photonic device and integration knowledge with relevant combination of years of experience and/or advanced degree.
• Knowledge of DOE, SPC, and 6-sigma concepts and applications.
• Clear problem-solving capability, data driven, inventive solution oriented and can articulate thought processes.
• Can work both independently and in cross-functional teams for problem solving.
• US Citizenship Required:This position will require the holding of or ability to obtain government security clearance which requires U.S Citizenship.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Project Management skills and/or defined training