Inline Defect Metrology Technician - Yield Focus

Intel Corporation; Chandler (AZ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 117,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Vacation days

Sabbatical program

Performance bonuses

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

Intel Corporation is seeking a Defect Metrology Technician to support the yield/defect metrology department in Ocotillo Fab operations. The role involves detailed defect analysis, metrology measurements, and collaboration with engineering teams to drive process improvements.

The ideal candidate has hands-on maintenance experience, strong problem solving, and the ability to work across multiple shifts on a compressed schedule in a fast-paced semiconductor environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent with 3+ years hands-on experience or military technical experience.
• 2+ years in a related equipment maintenance role.
• 2+ years technical/trade certification or 2+ years technical experience.
• Associate degree in STEM with 1+ years related maintenance experience.
• 2+ years' experience with user level computer operation.

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed defect analysis, including CD, overlay, film thickness, stress, bow, and roughness measurements using advanced metrology tools.
• Identify and classify defects based on established criteria and standards.
• Collect, organize, and analyze defect density, size distribution, and other relevant metrics.
• Regularly maintain and calibrate metrology equipment to ensure measurement accuracy and reliability.
• Troubleshoot equipment issues and coordinate repairs with maintenance teams or field service engineers.
• Collaborate with Yield and Defect Metrology Engineering teams to implement process improvements based on defect analysis findings.
• Document and communicate defect analysis results, metrology measurements, and findings to peers, technicians, and managers.
• Monitor and audit manufacturing processes, providing guidance and training to other technicians.
• Execute lot dispositions, experimental testing, and engineering tests to support process optimization and research efforts.
• Drive a culture of quality by actively participating in continuous improvement initiatives and adhering to established standards.
• Equipment maintenance and repair, equipment troubleshooting, defect reduction, and other duties as required.

Skills

Defect metrology

Statistical data analysis

Analytical problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM field

Associate degree in STEM field

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Metrology tools

Job description

Intel Corporation is seeking a Defect Metrology Technician to support the yield/defect metrology department in Ocotillo Fab operations. The role involves detailed defect analysis, metrology measurements, and collaboration with engineering teams to drive process improvements.

The ideal candidate has hands-on maintenance experience, strong problem solving, and the ability to work across multiple shifts on a compressed schedule in a fast-paced semiconductor environment.