Development Diffusion Principal Engineer

SkyWater Technology; BLOOMINGTON (MN); On-site; USD 136,960 - 205,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k match

Life insurance

Medical, dental, vision benefits

On-site fitness facility

Opportunities to purchase stock at discounted rate

Job summary

A leading semiconductor manufacturer in Bloomington, MN seeks a Development Diffusion Principal Engineer to lead the R&D of 200mm processes. You will ensure high quality and manufacturability while mentoring the team and driving continuous improvement. The ideal candidate has strong expertise in LPCVD and Diffusion processes, exceptional communication skills, and a solid engineering background. This full-time position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, including 401k match and medical insurance.

Qualifications

• 10+ years’ experience in the semiconductor industry with BS, 7-10 years with MS, or 5+ years with PhD.
• 5+ years of experience with LPCVD and Diffusion processes.
• U.S. Person required per ITAR regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead R&D efforts to optimize manufacturable processes for Diffusion applications.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to resolve complex engineering problems.
• Drive continuous improvement and ensure process capability.

Skills

Expertise in gate stack development

Material characterization techniques (ellipsometry)

Positive interpersonal skills

Outstanding communication skills

Ability to manage multiple projects

Education

BS or MS Degree in Mechanical, Electrical or Chemical Engineering or Materials Science, Physics

Tools

JMP

Statistical software

Job description

Development Diffusion Principal Engineer

2401 E 86th St, Bloomington, MN 55425, USA

Overview

SkyWater is hiring a Development Diffusion Principal Engineer to lead development of 200mm processes within a low-volume, high-customization environment. An engineer in this role is responsible for process characterization to ensure high quality standards, manufacturability and reliability. The role requires working with internal customers to improve learning cycles in developing next generation processes within the Diffusion area.

Bold Thinking. World Changing. At SkyWater, our ingenuity helps improve lives around the world by manufacturing U.S. made semiconductors that are essential ingredients of modern life. We manufacture products for aerospace and defense, medical, automotive, consumer and industrial markets. Our customers include emerging leaders who rely on our intellectual property security and quality manufacturing services. We are headquartered in Minnesota with locations in Florida and Texas.

Explore what’s possible. Joining our U.S.-based team means contributing to and learning about the commercialization of some of the most exciting technologies the world has ever seen. We are turning “science fiction” into everyday reality through technologies such as superconducting, 3D integrated circuits or computer chips, carbon nanotubes, photonic logic devices, micro electro-mechanical systems and other emerging device topologies.

Step into the future. SkyWater’s values — Integrity, Excellence, Collaboration, Empowerment and Growth Mindset — guide us to cultivate an empowered, learning environment and to invest in developing highly skilled, dedicated employees.

Responsibilities

• Will be technical R&D leader/expert to develop, integrate and re-optimize robust manufacturable processes to meet customer specifications for Diffusion and LPCVD applications.
• Perform experiments and data analysis to qualify process changes and troubleshoot integration issues.
• Provide technical leadership to mentor the Diffusion team.
• Qualify and document processes for newly acquired equipment.
• Collaborate with other functions to solve complex problems and make appropriate engineering-based decisions in a complex manufacturing environment.
• Drive continuous improvement of process capability and controls.
• Work with minimal supervision, balancing competing priorities, to serve the needs of the company.

Required Qualifications

• BS or MS Degree in Mechanical, Electrical or Chemical Engineering or Materials Science, Physics or other relevant engineering discipline is required.
• 10+ years’ experience with BS, 7-10 years of experience with MS, 5+ years of experience with PhD of education in the semiconductor industry.
• 5+ years of experience with LPCVD and Diffusion processes.
• Expert in gate stack development utilizing wet/dry gate oxides, gate nitridation, polysilicon/amorphous silicon techniques.
• Experienced with material characterization techniques, such as ellipsometry and dielectric characterization tools or similar techniques such as SIMS.
• Knowledge of DOE, SPC, and 6-sigma concepts and applications.
• Positive interpersonal skills, highly energetic and self-motivated.
• Outstanding communication skills - both written and verbal.
• Demonstrated ability to meet commitments and deliver results.
• Ability to manage and execute multiple projects simultaneously and shift priorities to meet business needs.
• U.S. Person Required: This position requires compliance with the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All accepted applicants must be U.S. Persons. ITAR defines a U.S. Person as U.S. citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident, Political Asylee, or Refugee.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree preferred (MS/PhD) in a related field
• Expertise with preclean processing and its interactions.
• Experience with automated fault detection and control systems (FDC).
• Experience in JMP or equivalent statistical software.

Compensation and Benefits

The annual salary range for this role is $136,960 - $205,440. Pay offered is based on many factors including, but not limited to, the job-related experience, skills, education, and credentials of each candidate.

SkyWater offers an exciting environment with competitive salary and opportunities to participate in incentive plans as well as other employee benefits including 401k match, life insurance and opportunities to purchase SkyWater stock at a discounted rate.

SkyWater offers a comprehensive benefits package which promotes a healthy life. This includes benefit eligibility day one, medical, dental, mental health benefits, vision, legal planning, short- and long-term disability, paid time off, paid holidays, an on-site fitness facility, and an on-site self-serve market.

SkyWater complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities unless doing so would cause undue hardship. Alternative methods of applying for employment are available for individuals unable to submit an application through this site because of a disability. To request reasonable accommodations, to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Human Resources at 952-851-5200 or [e-mail].

2401 E 86th St, Bloomington, MN 55425, USA