Cleans Process Engineer

Samsung Electronics Perú; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 179,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with matching

Onsite cafe and wellness facilities

Paid maternity and paternity leave

PTO and holidays

Job summary

Samsung Austin Semiconductor in Austin, TX seeks a process engineer to join the fab engineering group. You will monitor wafer fabrication, qualify new tools, coordinate qualifications, and use data analysis to drive processing decisions.

The role emphasizes problem solving, continuous improvement, and SOP updates, with strong emphasis on performance and yield enhancement in a demanding FAB environment.

Qualifications

• BS or MS in Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, Material Science, or Computer Science.
• Experience scripting in Python, VBA, or equivalent language.
• Understanding of statistical methods.
• Experience with Change Point Management and Lean, TPS, or 5S principles.
• Experience with Structure Problem Solving (8D, 7-step, etc.).
• Experience with Software Data Analysis software (Spotfire, JMP, Matlab, etc.).
• Ability to Troubleshoot Equipment or Process failure.

Responsibilities

• Monitoring the wafer fabrication process by responding to in-line issues and dispositions of production wafers.
• Qualifying the wafer fabrication processes on new tools.
• Coordinating the scheduling of process qualifications and equipment down time with manufacturing or equipment engineering.
• Using software to analyze data, identify trends to make decisions about processing product.
• Making adjustments when process parameters are exceeded and monitors process parameters when tools return from maintenance.
• Executing in line changes (CPM) to the process or equipment.
• Communicating technical information within the department through presentations.
• Continuously revising Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Developing improved processes to increase capability.

Skills

Python scripting

Statistical methods

CPM / Change Point Management

Lean / 5S

8D problem solving

Data analysis tools

Troubleshooting

Education

BS or MS in Engineering/Physics/C Chemistry or related

Tools

Spotfire

JMP

Matlab

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

The fab engineering group at Samsung Austin Semiconductor is looking to hire our next team member who is a process engineer. In this role you'll be working alongside a talented team of professionals with a key focus on establishing and maintaining world class process/equipment and implementing yield enhancement as a competitive advantage along with ability to identify complex problems and implementing solutions.

Role and Responsibilities

• Monitoring the wafer fabrication process by responding to in-line issues and dispositions of production wafers
• Qualifying the wafer fabrication processes on new tools.
• Coordinating the scheduling of process qualifications and equipment down time with manufacturing or equipment engineering.
• Using software to analyze data, identify trends to make decisions about processing product.
• Making adjustments when process parameters are exceeded and monitors process parameters when tools return from maintenance.
• Executing in line changes (CPM) to the process or equipment.
• Communicating technical information within the department through presentations.
• Continuously revising Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Developing improved processes to increase capability.

Skills and Qualifications

Here's what you'll need:

• BS or MS in Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, Material Science, or Computer Science
• Experience scripting in Python, VBA, or equivalent language
• Understanding of statistical methods
• Experience with Change Point Management and Lean, TPS, or 5S principles
• Experience with Structure Problem Solving (8D, 7-step, etc..)
• Experience with Software Data Analysis software (Spotfire, JMP, Matlab, etc.)
• Ability to Troubleshoot Equipment or Process failure
• Ability to wear clean room suit and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) per the SAS FAB protocol and Must be able to lift < 35 lbs as well as work in tight fitting, FAB environment
• Ability to sit at a computer terminal, uses a computer for extended periods of time and may be exposed to yellow lights, blinking lights

Salary

The current base salary range for this role is between $70,480 - $179,090. Individual base pay rates will depend on factors including duties, work location, education, skills, qualifications and experience.

Total Rewards

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.

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.

Trade Secrets Notice

By submitting an application, you agree not to disclose to Samsung—or encourage Samsung to use—any confidential or proprietary information (including trade secrets) belonging to a current or former employer or other entity.

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.

Samsung Electronics

Samsung Electronics is a global leader in technology, opening new possibilities for people everywhere. Through relentless innovation and discovery, we are transforming the worlds of TVs, smartphones, wearable devices, tablets, digital appliances, and network systems, and the entire semiconductor industry with our memory, system LSI, foundry, and LED solutions. Samsung is also leading in the development of the Internet of Things through, among others, our Smart Home and Digital Health initiatives. Since being established in 1969, Samsung Electronics has grown into one of the world’s leading technology companies, and become recognized as one of the top global brands. Our network now extends across the world, and Samsung takes great pride in the creativity and diversity of its talented people, who drive our growth. To discover more, please visit our official newsroom at https://news.samsung.com/global/.