Development Diffusion Engineer

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

Benefits offered by this job

401k match

Life insurance

Stock purchase options

On-site fitness facility

Job summary

SkyWater Technology in Minneapolis, MN is hiring a Development Diffusion Principal Engineer. This role involves leading the development of 200mm processes while ensuring high-quality standards and manufacturability. Candidates should possess a BS or MS in engineering and have extensive experience in the semiconductor industry.

With responsibilities including process qualification and continuous improvement efforts, the ideal applicant will have strong interpersonal and communication skills. The position offers an attractive salary range of $136,960 - $205,440, along with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in the semiconductor industry with a BS.
• Expert in gate stack development with various techniques.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical R&D to develop robust manufacturable processes.
• Perform experiments and data analysis for process qualification.
• Drive continuous improvement of process capability and controls.

Skills

LPCVD processes

Gate stack development

Material characterization

Statistical process control (SPC)

Communication skills

Education

BS or MS Degree in relevant engineering discipline

Tools

JMP or equivalent statistical software

Job description

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. Must work with internal customers to improve cycles of learning in developing next generation processes within the Diffusion area.

Major Areas of Accountability

• 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.

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 where the brightest semiconductor minds come together to achieve exceptional results. We offer competitive salary and an opportunity to participate in incentive plans as well other employee financial benefits including 401k match, life insurance and opportunities to purchase SkyWater stock at a discounted rate.

Additionally, 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.