Metrology Development Engineer II or Senior Metrology Development Engineer, Texas Institute for[...]

The University of Texas at Austin; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university in Austin seeks a Metrology Development Engineer to drive metrology technology development and support semiconductor research. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related fields, along with a minimum of 5 years experience in mechanical R&D roles within metrology labs. Responsibilities include leading equipment procurement and developing measurement standards for advanced semiconductor processes. Competitive salary starting at $100,000 based on qualifications.

Qualifications

• 5 years experience in Mechanical R&D roles, specifically in metrology labs and semiconductor industry.
• Strong knowledge in thermal and mechanical metrology applications.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead selection and procurement of metrology equipment.
• Develop TIE-specific metrology tools for 3DHI systems.
• Provide actionable measurement data to support process development.

Skills

Collaboration

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or relevant discipline

Job description

Metrology Development Engineer II or Senior Metrology Development Engineer, Texas Institute for Electronics

Join the Texas Institute for Electronics (TIE) to help push the boundaries of critical semiconductor domains, including advanced packaging, and contribute to the development of state‑of‑the‑art 3D heterogenous integration manufacturing technologies.

Hiring Department: Texas Institute for Electronics Position Open To: All Applicants Weekly Scheduled Hours: 40 FLSA Status: To Be Determined at Offer Earliest Start Date: Ongoing Position Duration: Expected to Continue Location: PICKLE RESEARCH CAMPUS

About TIE

The Texas Institute for Electronics (TIE) is a University of Texas at Austin‑supported semiconductor consortium of state and local government, leading defense electronics and semiconductor companies, national labs and nationally recognized academic institutions. With over $1 billion in funding from the U.S. DoD and the state of Texas, TIE creates cutting‑edge semiconductor manufacturing equipment and processes that set the course for future advancements in logic, memory, heterogeneous integration, chip cooling and more. Situated in Austin, TIE embodies the city’s innovative spirit.

Responsibilities

• Lead the selection, procurement, installation and qualification of metrology equipment and systems.
• Develop a TIE‑specific metrology tool set that effectively measures electrical, thermal, and mechanical performance metrics for 3DHI systems.
• Support TIE by providing accurate and actionable measurement data to sister groups working on process development.
• Provide vision and direction in developing forward‑looking measurement technologies and establish a robust metrology roadmap.
• Drive corrective actions as part of cross‑functional teams to identify systemic yield and reliability issues, including failure analysis to troubleshoot/root‑cause.
• Participate in the hiring process for technicians and junior engineers.
• Other related functions as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or other relevant discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of experience working in Mechanical R&D roles with prior experience in metrology labs and the semiconductor industry.
• Strong knowledge of thermal and mechanical metrologies from theory through practical application of novel measurement methods.
• Mission‑oriented approach with ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work successfully in a collaborative team environment.
• Experience writing and working with project‑level requirements and specifications.
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills, and attention to detail.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a startup or research and development (R&D) environment.
• Prior experience in semiconductor design, characterization, and/or process integration.
• Solid understanding of semiconductor packaging technologies, including wire bonding, flip‑chip, wafer‑level packaging, and 3DHI.
• Prior experience in software development for hardware control and instrumentation.
• Experience leading teams, working with contractors and managing people.

Salary Range

$100,000+ depending on qualifications

Working Conditions

• May work around standard office conditions.
• Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation.
• Use of manual dexterity (e.g., mouse).
• Workspace is on‑site in a scientific research environment and prototyping facility with dynamic conditions and collaboration with many partners and customers.
• Work outside standard office hours may be required occasionally during peak periods and special events.

Required Materials

• Resume/CV
• Three work references with contact information (at least one supervisor reference)
• Letter of interest

Application Instructions

Applicants who are not current university employees or contingent workers: you will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you may upload additional materials such as a letter of interest or references in the Application Questions section. Once submitted, the application cannot be changed.

Current university employees or contingent workers must apply within Workday by searching for Find UT Jobs and updating your Professional Profile as required. Applications are one‑page and you will be prompted to upload your resume and additional materials as needed.

Employment Eligibility

Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings recruited through University‑Wide or Open Recruiting. Staff eligible for promotion/transfer may apply without supervisor approval.

Retirement Plan Eligibility

The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), provided the position is at least 40 hours per week and 135 days in length. Optional Retirement Program (ORP) may be chosen for eligible positions.

Background Checks

A criminal history background check is required for finalists under consideration.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

E‑Verify

The University of Texas at Austin uses E‑Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires effective May 2015. The university’s company ID number for E‑Verify is 854197.

Compliance

Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). The Clery Act requires all prospective employees to be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report.