CVD Process Engineer - Days

Samsung Electronics America; Taylor (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 127,000; Full time

Job summary

Samsung Austin Semiconductor in Taylor, TX is hiring a CVD/Thin Films Engineer to join the process engineering team. You will develop process rework procedures, implement defenses against excursions, and scale thin film processes (ALD, PECVD) with senior engineers and fab leaders.

The role focuses on qualifying new processes, matching tool outputs, and continuous improvement to meet defectivity and productivity targets. On-site, full-time position with competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field (Chemical, Electrical, Materials Eng, Physics, Chemistry, etc.)
• GPA 3.0 or higher
• SPC fundamentals are required
• CVD chemistries knowledge
• Basic project management skills
• Proficiency with Windows-based applications

Responsibilities

• Process Transfer: transfer and qualification of recipes from parent line; gather metrology data; ensure film properties meet specs; ensure cross-fab/tool matching.
• Sustaining: monitor wafer recovery, tool UI navigation, recipe structure and parameters; monitor SPC for performance; troubleshoot process abnormalities.
• Continuous Improvement: design experiments with senior engineers; develop rework and disposition plans; maintain a process reference book weekly.

Skills

SPC fundamentals

CVD chemistries

Project management

Windows applications

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field

GPA 3.0 or higher

Tools

Statistical tools

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

In your role as a Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD) / Thin Films Engineer at the Samsung semiconductor fabrication facility in Taylor, TX you’ll join the process engineering team. You’ll be a foundational member tasked with new process qualification, tool-to-tool output matching, implementing process controls, and maintaining process health. You’ll be focused on developing process rework procedures, implementing defense lines to prevent excursions, and continuously improving process recipes to meet defectivity and productivity targets. Also, you’ll work directly with senior process engineers, device physicists, and fab operations leaders to design, qualify, and scale thin film processes (ALD, PECVD, etc.).

Role and Responsibilities

Here’s what you'll be responsible for:

Process Transfer

• Process recipe transfer and qualification from parent line
• Gather metrology data during tool qualification phase and ensure film properties meet specs
• Ensure process matching across fabs and between tools using statistical tools
• Set up defense lines to catch and prevent abnormal processing conditions

Sustaining

• Understand fundamentals of wafer recovery from tools, manual processing, tool UI navigation, recipe structure + editable parameters, and process tuning
• Monitor SPC charts to maintain process performance within optimal range
• Understand process chemistries and their immediate downstream impacts to subsequent processes
• Respond to process abnormalities, create troubleshooting plans, and apply corrective action plans
• Provide clear updates and instructions to technicians regarding ongoing issues and resolutions

Continuous Improvement

• Work with senior engineers to develop and design experiments to carry out improvements in yield, reliability, cost, and throughput
• Develop abnormal product rework and disposition plans
• Maintain and continuously update a process reference book on a weekly basis

Skills and Qualifications

• Minimum educational requirement: Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline (Chemical, Electrical) or related degree (Materials Eng, Physics, Chemistry, etc.)
• Cumulative GPA Minimum: 3.0
• Fundamentals of statistical process control (SPC)
• Fundamentals of CVD chemistries and logic circuits
• Basic project management skills
• Be proficient with Microsoft Windows based applications

The current base salary range for this role is between $70,480 - $126,860. 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.

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.

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