GaN Diffusion Manufacturing Process Engineer (SM1)

118-WW TMG MFG OPS; Lenexa, Town of Texas (KS, WI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas Instruments in the United States is seeking a Diffusion Process Engineer to support manufacturing operations and new process development. The role focuses on qualifying and improving diffusion processes to improve yields and efficiency in a ramping-fab environment.

The candidate should have a bachelor’s degree in a related engineering field and 2+ years of diffusion experience, with strong emphasis on data analysis and root-cause investigation.

Qualifications

• Minimum requirements include a bachelor degree in a related engineering or physical science field and 2 years of relevant diffusion process experience.
• Candidates should have familiarity with diffusion fundamentals such as dopant activation, concentration profiles, and sheet resistance.
• Experience in a semiconductor environment and with process control systems is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support manufacturing operations and new process development.
• Qualify new or enhance existing processes to diversify the product portfolio in a ramping-fab environment.
• Develop and implement improved manufacturing methods to increase efficiency, yield, and quality.
• Lead root-cause investigations for excursions or yield issues.
• Identify and communicate systematic process/equipment problems to engineering staff.
• Primary role in data analysis and problem resolution.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Self-motivation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Electrical Engineering, Materials Science Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

SPC (statistical process control)

APC (advanced process control)

GaN-on-Si experience

Job description

Change the world. Love your job.
Texas Instruments is looking for an energetic engineer with a passion for process. This position reports to the DAP (Diffusion, AMHS, and Photo) PE Section manager at SMFAB and provides the opportunity to drive continual improvement at all levels. Our team is primarily focused on driving improved procedures and processes. We are searching for a self-directed, highly motivated engineer to join our team.

The responsibilities of a Diffusion Process Engineer in this role include:

• Support manufacturing operations and new process development
• Provide manufacturing capacity and diversify the product portfolio by qualifying new / enhancing existing processes in a ramping-fab environment
• Develop and implement improved methods of manufacturing, procedures, and processes that result in improved efficiencies, yields, machine operations, and quality
• Drive cost-competitive strategies for the thermal process including, but not limited to, chem/gas usage, process stability, and film stack interactions
• Lead root-cause investigations for excursions or yield issues
• Identify systematic problems in either process or equipment-related sources and communicate findings to the engineering staff in a continuous manner
• Primary role in data analysis and problem resolution

Minimum requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Electrical Engineering, Materials Science Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, or a related field
• 2 years of experience as a Diffusion Process Engineer

Preferred qualifications:

• Experience with GaN-on-Si in a semiconductor environment, including HEMT structures, device physics, and GaN applications
• Knowledge of Diffusion fundamentals, including dopant activation, concentration profiles, sheet resistance, thermal budgets, etc.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office software tools
• Excellent people skills with the ability to communicate at all levels, influence others within and across teams, and relate to individuals from various backgrounds, experiences, and skills
• Ability to take the initiative, drive for results and proactively prevent counterproductive manufacturing events
• Demonstrate ability to identify and resolve manufacturing problems using a systematic approach
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Demonstrated strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong experience with process control systems (SPC), APC (advanced process control), and equipment matching
• Strong time management skills that enable on-time project delivery
• Ability to work effectively in an interrupt-driven, fast-paced and rapidly changing environment
• Demonstrated ability to build strong, influential relationships