GaN Defect Metrology Engineer - Data-Driven Yield Innovator

118-WW TMG MFG OPS; Lenexa, Town of Texas (KS, WI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas Instruments seeks an energetic engineer focused on GaN technology development within Yield Engineering/Defect Metrology. Join a team driving continual improvement and advanced tech development in a high-volume 300mm wafer fab.

The role requires a strong background in semiconductor defect metrology, SPC, ECR, and process release strategies. Collaboration across teams and effective data visualization are essential for success in this fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in semiconductor as a Defect Metrology Engineer or Metrology Process Engineer
• Bachelor's degree in a related engineering/physical science field
• Strong foundation in SPC, ECR and process release strategies
• Proficiency with Python, Claude, or other AI models or tools is a plus
• Experience with Brightfield and Darkfield Inspection theory/techniques
• Experience with SEM-related analysis techniques
• Strong understanding of GaN integration and defects of interest
• Ability to work with Big Data and visualize data quickly
• Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong communication and team collaboration abilities
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, changing environment

Responsibilities

• Support manufacturing operations in a high-interrupt and ramping tool install environment
• Develop and implement inspection strategy and identify defects for GaN tech development
• Develop new processes for high-volume manufacturing with advanced node development
• Implement improvement plans for efficiency, cost, quality and new product support
• Perform lot and equipment dispositions to minimize cycle time in 300mm wafer fabs
• Provide training to junior colleagues and maintenance of training docs
• Identify systematic problems and communicate findings to engineering staff
• Support ramp with equipment/startup and process experiments
• Participate in data analysis and problem resolution
• Collaborate across teams to solve fab priorities

Skills

Statistical process control

Engineering change control

Process release strategies

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Time management

Analytical skills

AI/ML model familiarity

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Python

Claude

Job description

Texas Instruments seeks an energetic engineer focused on GaN technology development within Yield Engineering/Defect Metrology. Join a team driving continual improvement and advanced tech development in a high-volume 300mm wafer fab.

The role requires a strong background in semiconductor defect metrology, SPC, ECR, and process release strategies. Collaboration across teams and effective data visualization are essential for success in this fast-paced environment.