Intel Foundry LTD Product Yield Engineer

Intel Corporation; Hillsboro (OR); On-site; USD 142,000 - 269,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Stock bonuses

Health & retirement benefits

Vacation plan

Job summary

Intel Corporation in Hillsboro, Oregon seeks a Yield Development Engineer to advance AMD/Intel LTD process technologies, improve manufacturability, and drive yield milestones through data‑driven analysis and ML techniques.

The role emphasizes collaboration across design teams, development of measurement recipes, and rapid feedback loops to ensure robust manufacturing and product quality for next‑generation logic nodes.

Qualifications

• PhD in a semiconductor science-related STEM field.
• Experience with data analysis systems and software tools.
• Proven program or project management experience across matrix organizations.

Responsibilities

• Develop methods to consolidate and analyze diverse data sources for defect understanding and yield modeling.
• Perform statistical analysis, create visualizations, and map process development roadmaps.
• Extract insights from structured and unstructured data using statistics, ML, and coding.
• Organize and interpret factory data to drive process changes for yield improvements.
• Develop multivariate algorithms to identify yield limiters and recommend changes.
• Collaborate with design teams to resolve yield issues before ramp.
• Execute new product introductions and enable design-technology co-optimization.
• Develop measurement recipes for rapid feedback on product integrity.
• Create systems to meet operational needs for advanced logic nodes.

Skills

Data analysis

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

PhD in semiconductor science

Tools

Statistical software

Job description

Job Details: Job Description

Embark with us on a journey of growth and transformation as we create exceptionally engineered technology and bring AI everywhere. As a valued team member, your adaptability and attention to detail will contribute to our drive for results and relentless pursuit of quality, ensuring we meet our customers' needs with precision.

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As a Yield Development Engineer, you will be at the forefront of advancing Intel's cutting‑edge process technologies within our Logic Technology Development (LTD) organization. This pivotal role involves identifying root cause yield limiters and driving solutions that enhance manufacturability and yield across technology nodes. You will work within a dynamic, fast‑paced environment to ensure the successful introduction of new products, process improvements, and robust methodologies to meet manufacturing goals. Your expertise will directly contribute to Intel's ability to deliver world‑class semiconductor solutions and advance the future of computing.

About Intel Foundry

At Intel, the Foundry Technology Development (TD) unit is the driving force behind Moore's Law, enabling us to create groundbreaking technology that enriches lives globally. With over 15,000 dedicated employees, Foundry TD spearheads innovative research, develops next‑generation processes and packaging technologies, and manages high‑volume manufacturing in state‑of‑the‑art facilities. Within Intel Foundry TD, our Logic Technology Development (LTD) organization is at the forefront of creating and refining each process technology node, paving the way for tomorrow's computing solutions.

Your responsibilities as a Product Yield Development Engineer will include but not be limited to:

• Develop methods, processes, and systems to consolidate and analyze diverse big data sources for defect mode understanding and yield modeling.
• Perform statistical analysis, create visualizations, and construct process development roadmaps that drive technology yield milestones.
• Extract insights from structured and unstructured data using advanced statistics, machine learning, and coding techniques.
• Organize, interpret, and structure insights from fab process, defect, and electrical data while identifying anomalies to drive process changes for yield enhancement.
• Develop multivariate algorithms and tools to identify root cause yield limiters and recommend process changes for yield improvement.
• Collaborate with design teams to resolve yield issues, ensuring manufacturability across process and product specifications before ramping production.
• Execute new product introductions, enable design‑technology co‑optimization, and participate in design of experiments with factory task forces.
• Develop measurement recipes for rapid feedback on product integrity and address issues impacting yield or product quality.
• Create and harden systems capable of meeting operational needs for leading‑edge logic nodes, working with equipment vendors and internal collaborators.
• Develop AI/ML applications and computational tools to bridge the gap between design and manufacturing, improve design efficiency, and reduce debug time.
• Document technical procedures, train colleagues, and debug equipment, software, and procedural failures in production environments when required.

Qualifications

You must possess the below minimum qualifications to be initially considered for this position. Preferred qualifications are in addition to the minimum requirements and are considered a plus factor in identifying top candidates. Experience listed below would be obtained through a combination of your schoolwork, classes, research and/or relevant previous job and/or internship experiences.

• Ph.D. in semiconductor science‑related STEM degree in engineering, physical science, computer science, or related field.
• 2+ years of experience in advanced semiconductor devices and process flow.
• 2+ years of experience with data analysis systems and software tools.
• 2+ years of experience in yield projection with EOL signals and in‑line parameters.
• Project/program management experience with strong self‑initiative and self‑learning capabilities.
• Proven track record of working across organizations through matrix structures to accomplish strategic objectives with conflicting priorities.

Join us and build on our legacy of innovation and collaboration as we deliver world‑changing technology that improves the life of every person on the planet.

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Job Type: Experienced Hire

Shift: Shift 1 (United States of America)

Primary Location: US, Oregon, Hillsboro

Additional Locations: US, Texas, Austin

Posting Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance.

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Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Stock bonuses
• Benefit programs which include health, retirement, and vacation.

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Annual Salary Range for jobs which could be performed in the US: $141,910.00-269,100.00 USD

The range displayed on this job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job‑related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

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Work Model for this Role

This role will require an on‑site presence.

* Job posting details (such as work model, location or time type) are subject to change.

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