Lead, Applications Engineer, Silicon Carbide Materials

Entegris Inc.; Decatur (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous 401(K) plan with impressive employer match

Excellent health, dental, and vision insurance

Flexible work schedule

Education assistance

Values driven culture

Job summary

Entegris Inc. is seeking a Lead, Applications Engineer specializing in silicone carbide materials at our Decatur, TX site. The successful candidate will develop and validate graphite and silicon carbide materials for wide bandgap transistor processing, collaborating with customers and R&D teams.

The role requires a Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in relevant fields with years of experience, and offers extensive benefits including health insurance, flexible work schedules, and an impressive 401(K) plan.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of experience with a Master's degree; or 5 years with a Bachelor's degree; or 10+ years in SiC wafer manufacturing.
• Experience preferred in Project Management.
• Ability for occasional global travel.

Responsibilities

• Work with customers to understand specific needs and requirements.
• Collaborate with R&D teams on materials development.
• Characterize different material grades in application environments.

Skills

Materials understanding

Applications knowledge in wide bandgap semiconductor processing

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

Project Management

Problem solving skills

Education

Master’s degree in Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, or Chemical Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, or Chemical Engineering

Tools

FEA modeling tools

DOE methodologies

Job description

## Lead, Applications Engineer, Silicone Carbide MaterialsApplylocations: Decatur, TXtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: REQ-12235**Job Title:** Lead, Applications Engineer, Silicone Carbide Materials**Job Description:***Here at Entegris, we use advanced science to enable technologies that transform the world, and we are seeking employees who have the drive to continue that mission.***The Role:**Our site in Decatur is seeking a Lead, Applications Engineer, Silicone Carbide Materials to join our team. In this role the successful candidate will be responsible for the development, validation, and introduction of graphite and silicon carbide materials into the field of wide bandgap transistor processing. This will include the introduction of our materials starting with the crystal pulling process and the epitaxial growth process. The product development effort will include the characterization of various grades of graphite, silicon carbide, and coatings and working with potential customers to validate these materials in their equipment.**What You’ll Do:*** Work with potential customers to understand their specific needs, failure modes, and requirements* Work with internal R&D teams on materials development and synthesis* Work to characterize different material grades in application environments* Work with internal FEA modeling team to examine various scenarios with different materials combinations* Manage development schedules and timelines* Develop vendor and partner relationships to incorporate outside technologies into our materials portfolio* Develop scale-up plans upon completion of successful validation**What We Seek:*** Master’s degree in Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, or Chemical Engineering with at least 3 years of experience; or a Bachelor’s degree in Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, or Chemical Engineering with at least 5 years of experience; or 10+ years of experience in SiC wafer manufacturing, LED manufacturing, or wide bandgap semiconductor processing* 3+ years of experience in Project Management preferred* Ability for occasional travel globally**Outstanding Candidates Will Have:*** Materials understanding* Applications knowledge in wide bandgap semiconductor processing, SiC crystal growth (PVT) or Si crystal pulling* Experience with DOE methodologies/tools* Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite* Experience in FEA modeling* Excellent communication skills* Strong organizational, interpersonal, problem solving and analytical skills* Experience in leading a development effort using a stage-gated tracking software* Ability to work on projects in cross-functional manner* Ability to research, identify, and gain access to decision makers, and gain insight through targeted questioning and active listening.* Experience in working in an ISO 9000/14000 environment a plus;* Candidate must have the capacity to comply with the federally mandated requirements of U.S. export control law**What We Offer:**Our total rewards package goes above and beyond just a paycheck. Whether you’re looking to build your career, improve your health, or protect your wealth, we offer generous benefits to help you achieve your goals.* Generous 401(K) plan with an impressive employer match* Excellent health, dental and vision insurance packages to fit your needs* Flexible work schedule and 11 paid holidays a year* Paid time off (PTO) policy that empowers you to take the time you need to recharge* Education assistance to support your learning journey* Values Driven culture with colleagues that rally around People, Accountability, Creativity and Excellence***Entegris does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role. Do not apply for this role if you will need Entegris immigration sponsorship (e.g., H1B, TN, STEM OPT, etc.) now or in the future.***