Fault Detection Engineer (SM1)

Texas Instruments; Sherman (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas Instruments in Sherman, Texas is seeking an energetic Factory Controls Engineer (FD) to join a high-volume 300mm wafer fab. You will collaborate with process engineering, equipment automation, data engineering, and data science teams to design and deploy advanced FDC models, enhance fault detection, and reduce downtime.

The role emphasizes rigorous SPC-based analysis, cross-functional problem solving, and rapid implementation of improvements across manufacturing execution systems.

Qualifications

• 2 years relevant experience in Fault Detection, Semiconductor Process Engineering, Data Analytics/System Integration.
• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Computer Science, Software Engineering or a related field.
• Experience in programming languages, Python, and/or SQL.

Responsibilities

• Support manufacturing operations in a high-volume manufacturing 300mm wafer Fab running Analog Technologies
• Support the manufacturing ramp with execution of FDC models that accelerate equipment/process startup and process experiments
• Develop and implement improved equipment fault detection (FDC) models to prevent excursions and scrap events
• Identify systemic problems in either process or equipment related sources and communicatefindings to the engineering staff in a continuous manner
• Participate in data analysis and problem resolution
• Learn and execute in multiple manufacturing execution systems (MES) quickly and proficiently
• Implement project or improvement plans for areas of responsibility including but not limited to: efficiency improvements, cost reduction or quality improvement programs, new product support and other process improvements
• Apply statistical rigor through SPC modeling and other advanced data analysis methods

Skills

Fault Detection

Data Analytics

System Integration

Python

SQL

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Materials Science

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering

Tools

TIMS

Artist

AMAT E3

Fabguard

Job description

Change the world. Love your job.

We can't predict what the future holds, but we know Texas Instruments will have a part in shaping it.

Texas Instruments is looking for an energetic engineer with a passion for process control and automation. This position provides the opportunity to start up a new factory and drive continual improvement at all levels. In this position, you’ll have the opportunity to collaborate with process engineering, equipment automation, data engineering, and data science teams to develop innovative solutions to reduce unscheduled tool downtime, improve process repeatability/reliability, and protect the factory from wafer-loss events.

The responsibilities of a Factory Controls Engineer (FD) in this role include:

• Support manufacturing operations in a high-volume manufacturing 300mm wafer Fab running Analog Technologies
• Support the manufacturing ramp with execution of FDC models that accelerate equipment/process startup and process experiments
• Develop and implement improved equipment fault detection (FDC) models to prevent excursions and scrap events
• Identify systemic problems in either process or equipment related sources and communicatefindings to the engineering staff in a continuous manner
• Participate in data analysis and problem resolution
• Learn and execute in multiple manufacturing execution systems (MES) quickly and proficiently
• Implement project or improvement plans for areas of responsibility including but not limited to: efficiency improvements, cost reduction or quality improvement programs, new product support and other process improvements
• Apply statistical rigor through SPC modeling and other advanced data analysis methods

Why TI?

• Engineer your future. We empower our employees to truly own their career and development. Come collaborate with some of the smartest people in the world to shape the future of electronics.
• We're different by design. Diverse backgrounds and perspectives are what push innovation forward and what make TI stronger. We value each and every voice, and look forward to hearing yours. Meet the people of TI (https://edbz.fa.us2.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX/pages/4012)
• Benefits that benefit you. We offer competitive pay and benefits designed to help you and your family live your best life. Your well-being is important to us. Please find our country-specific benefits here (https://careers.ti.com/en/sites/CX/pages/benefits)

About Texas Instruments

Texas Instruments Incorporated (Nasdaq: TXN) is a global semiconductor company that designs, manufactures and sells analog and embedded processing chips for markets such as industrial, automotive, data center, personal electronics and communications equipment. At our core, we have a passion to create a better world by making electronics more affordable through semiconductors. This passion is alive today as each generation of innovation builds upon the last to make our technology more reliable, more affordable and lower power, making it possible for semiconductors to go into electronics everywhere. Learn more at TI.com .

Texas Instruments is an equal opportunity employer and supports a diverse, inclusive work environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, disability, genetic information, national origin, gender, gender identity and expression, age, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Minimum requirements:

• 2 years relevant experience in at least two of the following: Fault Detection, Semiconductor Process Engineering, Data Analytics/System Integration
• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Computer Science, Software Engineering or a related field
• Experience in programming languages, Python, and/or SQL

Preferred qualifications:

• Advanced technical degree related to controls, systems, or software development
• Prior experience with FDC software (eg. TIMS, Artist, AMAT E3, Fabguard)
• Experience with scripting languages Perl or Python
• Experience working in high-volume semiconductor manufacturing environment
• Demonstrated strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work in teams and collaborate effectively with people in different functions
• Strong time management skills that enable on-time project delivery
• Demonstrated ability to build strong, influential relationships
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and rapidly changing environment
• Ability to take the initiative and drive for results

ECL/GTC Required: Yes