Experienced Photo Process Engineer

Samsung; Taylor (TX); On-site; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) matching

Onsite gym/café and wellness programs

Parental leave

PTO and holidays

Job summary

Samsung Austin Semiconductor is seeking a process engineer to join the Photo Team. You will help establish and maintain world‑class process/equipment and implement yield enhancements as a competitive advantage while identifying complex problems and delivering solutions.

Responsibilities include monitoring wafer fabrication, qualifying new tools, coordinating process qualifications, analyzing data with software, making adjustments, and revising SOPs.

Qualifications

• BS or MS in Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, Material Science or Computer Science (3.0 GPA or better for new grads).
• Experience scripting in Python, VBA, or equivalent language.
• Understanding of statistical methods and Change Point Management.
• Understanding of Lean, TPS, or 5S principles.
• Structure Problem Solving (8D, 7-step, etc.).
• Experience with Software Data Analysis software (Spotfire, JMP, Matlab, etc.).
• Ability to work in a clean room environment and shift duties in a 24x7 manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Monitoring the wafer fabrication process by responding to in-line issues and dispositions of production wafers.
• Qualifying wafer fabrication processes on new tools.
• Coordinating the scheduling of process qualifications and equipment downtime with manufacturing or equipment engineering.
• Using software to analyze data, identify trends, and make processing decisions.
• Making adjustments when process parameters are exceeded and monitoring parameters after maintenance.
• Executing in-line changes (CPM) to the process or equipment.
• Communicating technical information within the department through presentations.
• Continuously revising SOPs and developing improved processes to increase capability.

Skills

Python

VBA

Statistical methods

Lean TPS 5S

8D problem solving

Data analysis software

Shift work

Education

BS or MS in Engineering/Science (3.0 GPA)

Tools

Spotfire

JMP

Matlab

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

The Photo Team at Samsung Austin Semiconductor is seeking a process engineer interested in working alongside a talented team of professionals with a key focus on establishing and maintaining world class process/equipment and implementing yield enhancement as a competitive advantage along with ability to identify complex problems and implementing solutions.

Role and Responsibilities

Here's What You'll Be Responsible For:

• Monitoring the wafer fabrication process by responding to in-line issues and dispositions of production wafers.
• Qualifying wafer fabrication processes on new tools.
• Coordinating the scheduling of process qualifications and equipment down time with manufacturing or equipment engineering.
• Using software to analyze data, identify trends to make decisions about processing product.
• Making adjustments when process parameters are exceeded and monitors process parameters when tools return from maintenance.
• Executing in line changes (CPM) to the process or equipment.
• Communicating technical information within the department through presentations.
• Continuously revising Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Developing improved processes to increase capability.

Skills and Qualifications

Here's what you'll need:

• BS or MS in Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, Material Science, or Computer Science (3.0 GPA or better for new grads).
• Experience scripting in Python, VBA, or equivalent language.
• Understanding of statistical methods and Change Point Management.
• Understanding of Lean, TPS, or 5S principles.
• Structure Problem Solving (8D, 7-step, etc.).
• Experience with Software Data Analysis software (Spotfire, JMP, Matlab, etc.).
• Ability to wear clean room suit and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), and ability to lift Vision - May be exposed to yellow lights, blinking lights and ability to discern audible alarms. Potential to work with materials which contain hazardous chemicals. Ability to support and/or work shift duties in a 24x7 manufacturing environment.

Compensation

The current base salary range for this role is between $95,000 - $120,000. 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.

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