Module Defect Inspection Engineer – Yield & Metrology

Intel Corporation; Hillsboro (OR); On-site; USD 134,000 - 189,000; Full time

Job summary

Intel Corporation in Hillsboro, OR is seeking a Module Development Engineer for Defect Inspection to advance next-generation semiconductor inspection capabilities. You will develop, optimize, and scale defect inspection and metrology solutions for current high-volume manufacturing and future technology nodes.

The role involves cross-functional collaboration with engineering teams, suppliers, and research groups to drive yield improvements, automate inspection systems, and influence future

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics or Chemistry with 4+ years of experience (or Master’s with 3+ years, or PhD with 2+ years).
• Experience in semiconductor processing, system controls, opto-mechanics, or mechanical systems.
• Knowledge of Statistical Process Control (SPC) and Design of Experiments (DOE).

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement defect inspection and metrology technologies for semiconductor manufacturing.
• Design and optimize processes, inspection methods, and equipment performance.
• Conduct DOE and SPC-based process experiments and feasibility studies.
• Collaborate with equipment and materials suppliers to introduce new technologies.
• Analyze defect data to identify root causes and improve yield and quality.
• Drive automation, software, and hardware enhancements for inspection systems.
• Support technology roadmaps for next-generation products.
• Stay current with industry trends and inspection methodologies.

Skills

Semiconductor processing

Statistical methods

DOE

SPC

Opto-mechanics

Mechanical systems

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Master's degree in related field

PhD in related field

Job description

Intel Corporation in Hillsboro, OR is seeking a Module Development Engineer for Defect Inspection to advance next-generation semiconductor inspection capabilities. You will develop, optimize, and scale defect inspection and metrology solutions for current high-volume manufacturing and future technology nodes.

The role involves cross-functional collaboration with engineering teams, suppliers, and research groups to drive yield improvements, automate inspection systems, and influence future