Cleans Process Engineer - Days

Samsung Semiconductor; Taylor (TX); On-site; USD 70,480 - 179,090; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) matching

Onsite café and workout facilities

Paid maternity and paternity leave

Paid time off (PTO) and holidays

Wellness incentives

Job summary

A leading semiconductor manufacturer in Texas is seeking a process engineer to support wafer fabrication with responsibilities including monitoring processes and improving efficiencies. The ideal candidate should have at least 2 years of relevant experience, a degree in engineering or a related field, and proficiency in statistical methods and data analysis tools. This position requires onsite presence and offers a competitive salary range of $70,480 to $179,090 plus comprehensive benefits, including medical insurance and paid leave.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of prior work experience.
• Ability to wear clean-room suit and PPE.
• Ability to sit at a computer terminal for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Monitor the wafer fabrication process and respond to in‑line issues.
• Qualify wafer fabrication processes on new tools.
• Use software to analyze data and make decisions about processing products.

Skills

Python scripting

Statistical methods

Change Point Management

Lean principles

Software data-analysis tools

Troubleshooting equipment

Ability to lift <35 lbs

Education

BS or MS in Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, Material Science, or Computer Science

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 SAS, we are Innovating Today to Power the Devices of Tomorrow.

Position Summary

The fab engineering group at Samsung Austin Semiconductor is looking to hire a process engineer. In this role you will work alongside a talented team of professionals focused on establishing and maintaining world‑class process and equipment, implementing yield enhancement as a competitive advantage, and identifying complex problems to implement solutions.

Role and Responsibilities

• Monitor the wafer fabrication process by responding to in‑line issues and dispositions of production wafers
• Qualify wafer fabrication processes on new tools
• Coordinate scheduling of process qualifications and equipment downtime with manufacturing or equipment engineering
• Use software to analyze data, identify trends, and make decisions about processing products
• Make adjustments when process parameters are exceeded and monitor process parameters when tools return from maintenance
• Execute in‑line changes (CPM) to the process or equipment
• Communicate technical information within the department through presentations
• Continuously revise Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Develop improved processes to increase capability

Skills and Qualifications

• 2+ years of prior work experience
• BS or MS in Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, 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 Structured Problem Solving (8D, 7‑step, etc.)
• Experience with software data‑analysis tools (Spotfire, JMP, Matlab, etc.)
• Ability to troubleshoot equipment or process failure
• Ability to wear clean‑room suit and PPE per the SAS FAB protocol, and ability to lift <35 lbs
• Ability to sit at a computer terminal for extended periods and tolerate exposure to yellow and blinking lights

All positions at Samsung Austin Semiconductor require you to be onsite. We are not currently accepting applications for candidates who will need visa sponsorship.

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 compensation will include a competitive benefits package and may include participation in company incentive compensation programs.

Day Shifts Include

• A Shift – Sunday through Tuesday (6:45 am – 7:15 pm) with alternating Wednesdays
• C Shift – Thursday through Saturday (6:45 am – 7:15 pm) with alternating Wednesdays

Total Rewards

At Samsung SAS, base pay is just one part of our total compensation package. 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 may also receive MBO bonuses based on company, division, and individual performance.

U.S. Export Control Compliance

This role requires 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 employing a diverse workforce and provide 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.