CVD Equipment Engineer — Process Optimization & Yield

Samsung Electronics America; North Carolina; On-site; USD 76,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance and 401(k) matching

Onsite cafe & gym facilities

Paid maternity and paternity leave

Job summary

Samsung Austin Semiconductor is seeking an equipment engineer to join a world-class team focused on process/equipment stewardship and yield enhancement. You’ll analyze data, qualify manufacturing tools, and implement improvements in a 24x7 FAB environment.

Qualifications include a BS/MS in engineering or related field, scripting in Python or similar, and strong problem-solving with Lean/6S principles. This role is on-site in the Austin area with competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• BS or MS in Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, Materials 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 PPE and lift < 35 lbs and work in FAB environment

Responsibilities

• 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

Python scripting

Statistical methods

Lean TPS 5S

8D problem solving

Data analysis

Troubleshooting

PPE & cleanroom

Shift work

Education

BS in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, Materials Science or CS

Tools

Spotfire

JMP

Matlab

Job description

Samsung Austin Semiconductor is seeking an equipment engineer to join a world-class team focused on process/equipment stewardship and yield enhancement. You’ll analyze data, qualify manufacturing tools, and implement improvements in a 24x7 FAB environment.

Qualifications include a BS/MS in engineering or related field, scripting in Python or similar, and strong problem-solving with Lean/6S principles. This role is on-site in the Austin area with competitive benefits.