Foundry CMP Process Engineer II

Amtech; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Amtech Systems is seeking a Level II CMP Process Engineer to provide process consultation, engineering support, and technical services for Entrepix CMP platforms and related processes. You will work with AMAT Mirra, IPEC 472 and OnTrak Cleaner platforms in development and limited production.

You will mentor junior staff, collaborate with customers, document findings, and help drive continuous improvements while complying with ISO procedures and safety policies. Up to 15% travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a technical or related semiconductor field or equivalent experience.
• 5 years’ experience in CMP industry or related field.
• MS Office and ERP system software literate.

Responsibilities

• Drive process implementations for novel device and wafer substrate technologies.
• Prepare processing tools, wafers, consumables and metrology equipment for production or development.
• Support, organize, report and analyze data generated for and by the customer.
• Provide expert troubleshooting and resolve complex process and technical issues.
• Mentor junior engineers and collaborate with customers to meet evolving needs.

Skills

Independent work

Team collaboration

Statistical analysis

Process optimization

Data interpretation

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in technical/semiconductor field

Tools

MS Office

ERP system

Job description

Founded in 1981, Amtech Systems is a trusted global supplier of essential semiconductor equipment and consumables serving various industries within the power semiconductor market, including mobile, computing, industrial, automotive, telecom, medical, and more. Our diversified product portfolio enables us to manufacture and sell our products worldwide, particularly in North America and Europe. Amtech’s SFS division combines the established products from Entrepix, PR Hoffman and IDI. Our differentiator is the quality of our products and our customer service. We are a trusted supplier and provide our customers with high‑quality solutions.

Job Summary

A Level II CMP Process Engineer is responsible for process consultation, engineering and technical services, as well as customer support for the processes and technologies developed within the Entrepix CMP (chemical‑mechanical planarization) foundry division. Candidate will be primarily engaged to support the processes developed on the AMAT Mirra, IPEC 472 and OnTrak Cleaner platforms within the scope of technical development and limited volume production. Candidate must be able to provide clear and concise process and technical control for internal and external process specifications. The Level II Engineer will mentor less experienced engineers and technicians, provide expertise across multiple projects, and collaborate more extensively with customers to meet their evolving needs.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Internal and external technical consultation to drive process implementations for novel device and wafer substrate technologies.
• Prepare processing tools and all relevant resources (wafers, consumables, chemicals, and supporting metrology equipment) for foundry production or development.
• Integrate and support customer processes on the IPEC and Mirra CMP polishing platforms as outlined in process success criteria.
• Support, organize, report, and analyze relevant data generated for and by the customer.
• Provide expert troubleshooting and resolve more complex process and technical issues independently.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for customer support and deliver process capability demonstrations, guiding clients through complex processes.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of process technologies and lead initiatives to develop best practices.
• Collaborate with product development and engineering teams to ensure seamless integration of new processes and technologies.
• Document technical findings, prepare reports, and present detailed process improvements to management and customers.
• Mentor junior engineers, ensuring technical and professional development.
• Domestic and occasional international travel up to 15% of the time.
• Follow ISO procedures and safety policies, including wearing appropriate PPE where required.

Qualifications

Required Education & Experience

• Minimum bachelor’s degree in a technical or related semiconductor field or equivalent experience.
• 5 years’ experience in the CMP industry or related field.
• MS Office and ERP system software literate.

Skills & Competencies

• Ability to work independently and on a team to meet time sensitive deadlines.
• Experience with semiconductor fabrication processes and equipment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills to work collaboratively in a team‑oriented environment with internal and external stakeholders.
• Proficiency in statistical analysis, process optimization calculations, and data interpretation to validate process improvements.

Soft Skills

Self‑motivated, teamplayer, critical thinking, communication skills, adaptability, goal oriented.

Physical Requirements

• Employee must be able to lift 40 lbs.
• Employee must be able to work within a cleanroom environment.
• Employee must be able to travel if requested.

Other duties may be assigned to support the overall business. Amtech Systems has the right to revise and update this job description at any time.