Metals Process Engineer

Samsung Electronics America; Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 179,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance and 401(k) matching

Onsite cafe(s) and workout facilities

Paid maternity and paternity leave

Paid time off and holidays

Wellness incentives

Job summary

Samsung Austin Semiconductor is seeking a Process Engineer to join a world-class team focused on establishing and maintaining leading-edge process/equipment. The role emphasizes yield enhancement, complex problem solving, and implementing solutions in a fast-paced FAB environment.

You will monitor fabrication processes, qualify new tools, coordinate qualifications, analyze data with software, and drive process improvements while adhering to SOPs and safety standards.

Qualifications

• BS or MS in Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, Materials Science, or CS (3.0 GPA for new grads).
• Experience scripting in Python, VBA, or equivalent language.
• Understanding of statistical methods and Change Point Management.
• Knowledge of Lean, TPS, or 5S and structured problem solving (8D/7-step).
• Experience with data analysis tools (Spotfire, JMP, Matlab).
• Ability to troubleshoot equipment or process failures.

Responsibilities

• Monitor wafer fabrication processes, respond to inline issues and dispositions.
• Qualify wafer fabrication processes on new tools.
• Coordinate process qualifications and equipment downtime with manufacturing/engineering.
• Use software to analyze data, identify trends, and inform decisions.
• Adjust parameters when limits are exceeded and monitor during maintenance.
• Execute in-line changes to process or equipment (CPM).
• Present technical information within the department.
• Regularly revise SOPs and develop improved processes to increase capability.

Skills

Python

VBA

Statistics

Lean/5S

Data analysis tools

Troubleshooting

Clean room operations

Education

BS/MS in Chemical Engineering

Engineering (various)

Tools

Spotfire

JMP

Matlab

Job description

About Samsung Austin Semiconductor

Samsung is a world leader in advanced semiconductor technology, founded on the belief that the pursuit of excellence creates a better world. At Samsung Austin Semiconductor, we are Innovating Today to Power the Devices of Tomorrow.

About Samsung Austin Semiconductor

Samsung is a world leader in advanced semiconductor technology, founded on the belief that the pursuit of excellence creates a better world. At Samsung Austin Semiconductor, we are Innovating Today to Power the Devices of Tomorrow.

Come innovate with us!

Position Summary

Samsung Austin Semiconductor is seeking a Process Engineer interested in working alongside a talented team of professionals with a key focus on establishing and maintaining world class process/equipment and implementing yield enhancement as a competitive advantage along with ability to identify complex problems and implementing solutions.

Role And Responsibilities

Here's what you'll be responsible for:

• Monitoring the wafer fabrication process by responding to in-line issues and dispositions of production wafers
• Qualifying wafer fabrication processes on new tools.
• Coordinating the scheduling of process qualifications and equipment down time with manufacturing or equipment engineering.
• Using software to analyze data, identify trends to make decisions about processing product.
• Making adjustments when process parameters are exceeded and monitors process parameters when tools return from maintenance.
• Executing in line changes (CPM) to the process or equipment.
• Communicating technical information within the department through presentations.
• Continuously revises Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Developing improved processes to increase capability.

Skills And Qualifications

Here's what you'll need:

• BS or MS in Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, Material Science, or Computer Science (3.0 GPA for new grads)
• Experience Scripting in Python, VBA, or equivalent language
• Understanding of statistical methods and Change Point Management
• Understanding of Lean, TPS, or 5S principles and Structure Problem Solving (8D, 7-step, etc..)
• Experience with Software Data Analysis tools (Spotfire, JMP, Matlab, etc.)
• Experience Troubleshooting Equipment or Process failures
• Ability to wear clean room suit and Personal Protective Equipment,
• Ability to lift < 35 lbs and work in tight fitting, FAB environment sitting at a computer terminal for extended periods of time
• Ability to be exposed to yellow lights, blinking lights and to discern audible alarms
• Ability to potentially to work with materials which contain hazardous chemicals

The current base salary range for this role is between $70,480 - $179,090. Individual base pay rates will depend on factors including duties, work location, education, skills, qualifications and experience. Total compensation for this position will include a competitive benefits package and may include participation in company incentive compensation programs, which are based on factors to include organizational and individual performance.

Total Rewards

At Samsung Austin Semiconductor, base pay is just one part of our total compensation package. The base compensation for this role will depend on education, experience, skills, and location.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance and 401(k) matching with immediate vesting
• Onsite café(s) and workout facilities
• Paid maternity and paternity leave
• Paid time off (PTO) + 2 personal holidays and 10 regular holidays
• Wellness incentives and MORE

Eligible full-time employees (salaried or hourly) may also receive MBO bonuses based on company, division, and individual performance.

All positions at Samsung Austin Semiconductor are full-time on-site.

U.S. Export Control Compliance

This role may require access to information subject to U.S. export control laws. Applicants must be authorized to access such information or eligible for government authorization.

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