Ocotillo Technology Fabrication Defect Metrology Technician

Intel; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Intel Foundry is increasing its investment in defect metrology technology and is seeking a Defect Metrology Technician to optimize tools for world-class production. You will analyze defects, maintain metrology equipment, and collaborate with Yield/Defect Metrology teams to drive process improvements.

This role supports a compressed work week with availability on all shifts (4/5/6/7) across Fab52/42/32/12 facilities, reporting to the Yield/Defect Metrology department.

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications: HS diploma or equivalent with hands-on experience or military technical experience.
• Experience in defect/metrology analysis or equipment maintenance preferred.
• Ability to work across shifts and document results accurately.

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed defect analysis including dimension, overlay, film thickness, stress, and roughness.
• Identify and classify defects based on established criteria and standards.
• Collect and analyze defect density, size distribution and related metrics.
• Calibrate and maintain metrology equipment to ensure accuracy and reliability.
• Troubleshoot equipment issues and coordinate repairs with maintenance teams.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Metrology tools

Job description

Job Details

Job Description:

Join Intel and build a better tomorrow. Intel is in the midst of an exciting transformation, with a vision to create and extend computing technology to connect and enrich the lives of every person on Earth.

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Intel Foundry is increasing its investment in defect metrology technology, implementing a new Win It Inline initiative using advanced real-time monitoring to improve yield learning cycles. Investing in inline metrology will give engineers more data throughout the manufacturing process, as opposed to waiting for end of the line data - a fundamental shift in how we leverage data to build chips.

As a Defect Metrology Technician, you will play a critical role in Intel's high-tech manufacturing process, ensuring our tools are optimized for world‑class production. Your contributions will directly impact Intel's innovation, enabling the delivery of advanced technologies that power the future of computing. This is an exciting opportunity to grow your technical expertise, work alongside engineering teams, and be part of a collaborative environment where your skills make a tangible difference.

This role is intended for defect metrology technicians to report to the Yield/Defect Metrology department. This role has opportunities across all shifts (4/5/6/7) as needed per functional area.

The Defect Metrology Technician will be responsible for but not limited to:

• Perform detailed defect analysis, including critical dimension, overlay, film thickness, stress, bow, and roughness measurements using advanced metrology tools.
• Identify and classify defects based on established criteria and standards.
• Collect, organize, and analyze defect density, size distribution, and other relevant metrics.
• Regularly maintain and calibrate metrology equipment to ensure measurement accuracy and reliability.
• Troubleshoot equipment issues and coordinate repairs with maintenance teams or field service engineers.
• Collaborate with Yield and Defect Metrology Engineering teams to implement process improvements based on defect analysis findings.
• Document and communicate defect analysis results, metrology measurements, and findings to peers, technicians, and managers.
• Monitor and audit manufacturing processes, providing guidance and training to other technicians.
• Execute lot dispositions, experimental testing, and engineering tests to support process optimization and research efforts.
• Drive a culture of quality by actively participating in continuous improvement initiatives and adhering to established standards.
• Equipment maintenance and repair, equipment troubleshooting, defect reduction, and other duties as required supporting Fab objectives.
• Work from technical manuals, specifications, drawings/diagrams, schematics, written and verbal instructions utilizing a variety of tools, test equipment, problem solving techniques and communication.

This position is for a Compressed Work Week Schedule with availability on all shifts in Ocotillo Technology Fabrication (Fab52/42/32/12).

The ideal candidate should exhibit the following behavioral traits:

• Self-motivated
• Verbal and written communication skills and to be comfortable presenting issues and solutions.
• Skills to work well in a diverse team environment and multitask.
• Skills to work with minimal supervision and adjust to rapidly changing priorities.
• Skills to produce results in a timely manner.
• Analytical problem solving and testing skills.

Compressed Work Week shifts tend to be 12-hour shifts from 6 to 6.

• Shift 4 - Night front half of week - PM-AM Sun-Tues and alternating Saturday nights
• Shift 5 - Days front half of week - AM-PM Sun-Tues and alternating Wednesday days
• Shift 6 - Night back half of week - PM-AM Wed-Sat and alternating Saturday night
• Shift 7 - Days back of week - AM-PM Thurs-Sat and alternating Wednesday days

Qualifications:

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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 school work/classes/research and/or relevant previous job and/or internship experiences.

You must possess the below minimum qualifications to be initially considered for this position. Qualifications listed as preferred or additional will be considered a plus factor for applicants.

Minimum Qualifications:

• The candidate must possess at least one of the following educational or experience requirements:
• High School Diploma or equivalent AND 3+ years of related hands-on experience OR military technical experience.
• High School Diploma or equivalent AND 2+ years in a related equipment maintenance role.
• High School Diploma or equ