Device Engineer, ULP CMOS (2027 New College Graduate)

GLOBALFOUNDRIES U.S. INC.; Town of Malta (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 101,000; Full time

Job summary

GlobalFoundries in Malta, NY is seeking new college graduates for full-time roles in advanced silicon transistor technology. You will design, execute, and analyze experiments to develop 12nm technology and beyond, interfacing with FEOL, unit process, reliability, and modeling teams.

You will optimize devices, perform physics-based modeling, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet technology roadmaps.

Qualifications

• Education - Graduating with a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Solid State Physics, or related field from an accredited degree program.
• Must have at least an overall 3.0 GPA and proven good academic standing.
• 0-2 years of relevant experience.
• Excellent data analysis and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Optimize and develop semiconductor devices and processes to enable device characterization.
• Perform specialized device design and development while applying an understanding of the process integration that leads to device characterization.
• Optimize devices by applying semiconductor device physics and knowledge of associated device manufacturing processes.
• Conduct analytical and physics-based modeling and apply process integration methods.
• Enable new features efficiently for new technologies, features, or device introductions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional technology development teams on projects and assignments as needed.

Skills

Data analysis

Problem solving

Experiment design

Leadership

Automation scripting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Solid State Physics, or related field

Tools

Python

R

SQL

JMP/JSL

Job description

About GlobalFoundries GlobalFoundries (GF) is a leading manufacturer of essential semiconductors, enabling AI at scale from the cloud to the physical world. Through deep partnerships with customers, GF delivers differentiated, power-efficient and high-performance solutions for high-growth markets. GF is a trusted and holistic technology partner for customers around the world. GF's talented, global team remains focused every day on security, longevity, and sustainability. For more information, visit www.gf.com.

New College Graduates Overview:

We offer many full-time employment paths for recent graduates, which provide accelerated training in a fast-paced work environment, cross-functional working opportunities, and talent mobility. New college graduates are provided with mentorship, networking, and leadership opportunities, which give our new team members life-long connections and skills.

Summary of Role:

In this role, you will be responsible for the design, execution, and analysis of experiments aimed at the creation and optimization of leading-edge silicon transistor technology (12nm technology generation and beyond) within a development environment. This includes physical and electrical data analysis and extensive interaction with FEOL integration, unit process, reliability, and modeling teams. In addition to achieving industry-leading device characteristics, you will monitor and control variability and reliability to ensure manufacturability and work with customer design groups to define technology requirements and parametric goals for GlobalFoundries' technology roadmaps.

Essential Responsibilities include:

• Optimize and develop semiconductor devices and processes to enable device characterization.
• Perform specialized device design and development while applying an understanding of the process integration that leads to device characterization.
• Optimize devices by applying semiconductor device physics and knowledge of associated device manufacturing processes.
• Conduct analytical and physics-based modeling and apply process integration methods.
• Enable new features efficiently for new technologies, features, or device introductions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional technology development teams on projects and assignments as needed.

Other Responsibilities:

Perform all activities in a safe and responsible manner and support all Environmental, Health, Safety & Security requirements and programs.

Required Qualifications:

• Education - Graduating with a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Solid State Physics, or related field from an accredited degree program.
• Must have at least an overall 3.0 GPA and proven good academic standing.
• 0-2 years of relevant experience.
• Excellent data analysis and problem-solving skills.

Language Fluency - English (Written & Verbal)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior related internship or co-op experience.
• Demonstrated prior leadership experience in the workplace, school projects, competitions, etc.
• Strong interest in leveraging AI tools and emerging technologies to enhance productivity, streamline workflows, and support effective decision‑making.
• Project management skills, i.e. the ability to innovate and execute solutions that matter; the ability to navigate ambiguity.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong planning & organizational skills.
• Experience in data automation and scripting with Python, R, SQL, or JMP/JSL.
• Experience with the design, execution, and analysis of experiments.

#NCGProgramUS Expected Salary Range $58,400.00 - $100,800.00

The exact Salary will be determined based on qualifications, experience and location.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at [e-mail] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.

An offer with GlobalFoundries is conditioned upon the successful completion of pre‑employment conditions, as applicable, and subject to applicable laws and regulations.

GlobalFoundries is fully committed to equal opportunity in the workplace and believes that cultural diversity within the company enhances its business potential. GlobalFoundries goal of excellence in business necessitates the attraction and retention of highly qualified people. Artificial barriers and stereotypic biases detract from this objective and may be illegally discriminatory. All policies and processes which pertain to employees including recruitment, selection, training, utilization, promotion, compensation, benefits, extracurricular programs, and termination are created and implemented without regard to age, ethnicity, ancestry, color, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religion, political and/or third‑party affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other characteristic or category specified by local, state or federal law.

We shape what's essential At GlobalFoundries you will find a vibrant work environment where collaboration and innovation thrive. Our diverse and global team shares a culture of respect and inclusivity, representing the best in the industry. We celebrate success together and are united by our dedication to excellence and our desire to improve and empower the world.