Engineer I– Process (Poly/Nit Etch)

FHLB Des Moines; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Microchip Technology Inc. in the United States seeks a Process Engineer to monitor and optimize etch tool performance in a semiconductor manufacturing setting.

You will correlate inline monitors to parametric measurements and establish equipment operating specifications, contributing to process development in Poly/Nit areas. The role requires strong analytical skills, experience interpreting scientific literature, and the ability to plan and execute technical projects while communicating with

Qualifications

• BS in engineering; MS/PhD considered for related fields.
• Ability to read, interpret, and analyze scientific and technical literature.
• Strong communication skills across management and technical staff.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and optimize etch tool performance.
• Correlate inline process monitors to parametric measurements.
• Establish and document equipment and process operating specifications.
• Develop OCAPS for all processes.
• Design experiments to develop new processes and improve manufacturing techniques.
• Provide training and technical direction to support personnel.

Skills

Etch process expertise

Data analysis

Technical communication

Problem solving

Reading scientific journals

Statistical methods

Team leadership

Education

BS degree in related engineering

MS or PhD considered

Tools

MATLAB

LabVIEW

JMP

Mathematica

Job description

Are you looking for a unique opportunity to be a part of something great? Want to join a 17,000-member team that works on the technology that powers the world around us? Looking for an atmosphere of trust, empowerment, respect, diversity, and communication? How about an opportunity to own a piece of a multi-billion dollar (with a B!) global organization? We offer all that and more at Microchip Technology Inc. People come to work at Microchip because we help design the technology that runs the world. They stay because our culture supports their growth and stability. They are challenged and driven by an incredible array of products and solutions with unlimited career potential. Microchip’s nationally-recognized Leadership Passage Programs support career growth where we proudly enroll over a thousand people annually. We take pride in our commitment to employee development, values-based decision making, and strong sense of community, driven by our Vision, Mission, and 11 Guiding Values; we affectionately refer to it as the Aggregate System and it’s won us countless awards for diversity and workplace excellence. Our company is built by dedicated team players who love to challenge the status quo; we did not achieve record revenue and over 30 years of quarterly profitability without a great team dedicated to empowering innovation. People like you. Visit our careers page to see what exciting opportunities and company perks await!

Job Description

• Monitor and optimize etch tool performance
• Correlate inline process monitors to parametric measurements
• Establish and document equipment and process operating specifications
• Develop OCAPS for all processes
• Design, coordinate, and perform experiments to develop new processes and improve manufacturing techniques
• Participate in team activities to solve process and device problems
• Participate in team activities to reduce variation in all critical processes.
• Own and maintain data associated with monitoring and controlling processes in Poly/Nit area.
• Provide training and technical direction to support personnel.
• Provide background documentation and training to next generation engineer.
• Analyze, summarize, and integrate project results with other project members
• Apply planning and problem‑solving tools such as PFMEA, fault tree analysis, event tree analysis, 8D, Is/Is‑Not, and fishbone in team settings
• Provide disposition to affected processes, tools, and lots when necessary
• Communicate regularly with management and other functional groups within Microchip to ensure understanding of needs/problems in relation to the process engineering function.
• Prepare and present reports to management
• Interact with other technical groups throughout Microchip and elsewhere to exchange technical information and remain abreast of new developments in the field
• Planning and execution of technical projects

Requirements and Qualifications

Required Skills

• Ability to read, interpret, and analyze scientific and technical journals and technical procedures
• Effectively present information to management, public groups, and employees
• Apply advanced mathematical concepts such as probability and statistics, exponents, logarithms, quadratic equations, ratios, proportions, fundamentals of plane and solid geometry, trigonometry, and principles of algebra
• Apply mathematical operations to such tasks as frequency distribution, determination of test reliability and validity, analysis of variance, and correlation techniques
• Ability to communicate effectively internally and externally with all levels of an organization and lead problem solving/quality improvement activities
• Define problems/issues, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
• Solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists
• Deal with several abstract and concrete variables and with nonverbal symbolism (formulas, scientific equations, graphs, etc.) in its most difficult phases.
• General knowledge of engineering practices to sustain, troubleshoot, modify, improve, and develop integrated circuit manufacturing processes.
• This knowledge covers a variety of topics such as mathematics, chemistry, mechanics, materials, electrical, physics, probability, and statistics

Preferred Skills

• Familiarity with MATLAB, Mathematica, LabVIEW, or JMP
• Project management capability
• Apply active listening, effective communication, and constructive feedback to support and develop technicians
• Address a variety of concrete variables in situations with limited standardization
• Competency with mechanical, vacuum, computer, and electrical systems used in semiconductor processing equipment, especially in troubleshooting of wafer processing

Education and Experience

BS degree in a related engineering discipline required MS degree or PhD in a related engineering discipline considered Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Physics, and Materials Science degrees preferred

Travel

Travel Time: 0% - 25% Physical Attributes: Bending at Waist, Bending at Waist, Carrying, Crouching, Dust or gases, Electrical Hazards, Feeling, Foot Controls, Fumes or Odors, Handling, Hearing, Kneeling, Lifting, Mechanical Hazards, Noise and/or vibration, Piece Work, Poor Ventilation, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Seeing, Slippery surfaces, Stooping, Sudden Temperature Changes, Talking {+ 1 more}

Physical Requirements

Able to lift, push, pull approx. 50 lbs; carry 50 lbs; sit 5%; stand 60%; walk 35%

Recruitment Policy

To all recruitment agencies: Microchip Technology Inc. does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our recruiting team or other Microchip employees. Microchip is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

Employee Culture

At Microchip, employees are our greatest strength. As one of the top performing semiconductor companies in the world, we are led by a set of guiding values and a mission to empower innovation to enhance the human experience. We work tirelessly to create a company culture that highlights how important every employee is to our mission.

Pay Range

Pay Range: We offer a total compensation package that ranks among the best in the industry. It consists of competitive base pay, restricted stock units, and quarterly bonus payments. In addition to these components, our package includes health benefits that begin day one, retirement savings plans, and an industry leading ESPP program with a 2 year look back feature. Find more information about all our benefits at the link below: Benefits of working at Microchip The annual base salary range for this position, which could be performed in the US, is $70-110k.* *Range is dependent on numerous factors including job location, skills and experience. Application window will remain open until qualified candidates have been identified.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Microchip Technology Inc is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information on applicable equal employment regulations, please refer to the Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal Poster.