CVD Equipment Engineer

Samsung Electronics America; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 76,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) matching with immediate vesting

Onsite café(s) and workout facilities

Paid maternity and paternity leave

PTO + 2 personal holidays and 10 fixed

Wellness incentives and more

Job summary

Samsung Austin Semiconductor is seeking an equipment engineer to maintain world-class process/equipment and drive yield enhancement. The role focuses on identifying complex problems and implementing solutions to sustain superior manufacturing performance.

The engineer will monitor equipment, qualify new tools, analyze data to guide processing decisions, and lead process changes in a 24x7 FAB environment. Base salary ranges reflect extensive responsibilities and site-specific factors.

Qualifications

• Degree in relevant engineering/physical sciences.
• Experience scripting in Python, VBA, or equivalent.
• Understanding of statistical methods.
• Ability to work in 24x7 FAB environment and wear PPE.

Responsibilities

• Monitors wafer fabrication equipment and responds to issues.
• Qualifies new manufacturing equipment.
• Coordinates scheduling of equipment qualifications and downtime with manufacturing.
• Uses data analysis software to identify trends and inform processing decisions.
• Makes parameter adjustments and monitors process parameters after maintenance.
• Executes in-line changes (CPM) to processes or equipment.
• Communicates technical information within the department via presentations.
• Revises SOPs and develops improved processes to increase capability.
• Monitors operations costs and develops cost-reduction projects.

Skills

Python

Statistics

Lean/5S

Problem solving

Education

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

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.

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

Samsung Austin Semiconductor is seeking an equipment engineer interested in 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

Here’s what you’ll be responsible for:

• Monitors the wafer fabrication equipment and respond to issues
• Qualifies new manufacturing equipment
• Coordinates the scheduling of equipment qualifications and equipment down time with manufacturing
• Uses software to analyze data, identify trends to make decisions about processing product.
• Makes adjustments when equipment parameters are exceeded and monitors process parameters when tools return from maintenance.
• Executes in line changes (CPM) to the process or equipment.
• Communicates technical information within the department through presentations.
• Completes other duties as assigned.
• Continuously revises Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Develops improved processes to increase capability.
• Monitor operations costs and develop cost reduction projects

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 (new grads need 3.0 GPA or better)
• Experience scripting in Python, VBA, or equivalent language
• Understanding of statistical methods
• Change Point Management experience and understanding of Lean, TPS, or 5S principles
• Structure Problem Solving (8D, 7-step, etc..)
• Software Data Analysis software (Spotfire, JMP, Matlab, etc.)
• Troubleshooting Equipment or Process failures
• Ability to wear clean room suit and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and lift < 35 lbs as well as work in tight fitting, FAB environment and sit at a computer for an extended period of time
• Ability to discern audible alarms
• May be exposed to yellow lights, blinking lights and potential to work with materials which contain hazardous chemicals
• Ability to support and/or work shift duties in a 24x7 manufacturing environment

The current base salary range for this role is between $76,000 - $120,000. Individual base pay rates will depend on factors including duties, work location, education, skills, qualifications and experience. 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.

Total Rewards

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.

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