On-Site Metrology Engineer – Austin Semiconductor Yield

Samsung Electronics America

Austin (TX)

Hybrid

USD 95,000 - 120,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Onsite cafeteria and facilities

Job summary

Samsung Austin Semiconductor is seeking an Experienced Metrology Equipment Engineer to join our on-site team in Austin, TX. You will monitor wafer fabrication equipment, qualify new systems, and lead data-driven optimization to boost yield and efficiency.

The role requires a BS/MS in engineering/physics/chemistry or related fields, 2+ years in semiconductors, and ability to work in a cleanroom environment. Relocation to Austin and US work eligibility are required.

Qualifications

BS or MS in Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, Material Science, or Computer Science.
2+ years semiconductor experience (Metrology equipment experience preferred).
Experience Troubleshooting Equipment or Process failures.
Exposure to Structure Problem Solving (8D, 7-step, etc.).
Understanding of statistical methods.
Experience scripting in Python, VBA, or equivalent language preferred.
Experience with Data Analysis software (Spotfire, JMP, Matlab, etc.) preferred.
Good Presentation and Technical Writing skills.
Understanding of Change Point Management, and of Lean, TPS, or 5S principles.
Ability to wear clean room suit and PPE per fab protocol and lift up to 25 lbs.
Eligible to work in the US without sponsorship.
Willing to relocate to Austin, Texas.

Responsibilities

Monitor the wafer fabrication equipment and respond to issues.
Qualify new manufacturing equipment.
Coordinate scheduling of equipment qualifications and downtime with manufacturing.
Use software to analyze data, identify trends and make processing decisions.
Make adjustments when parameters are exceeded and monitor after maintenance.
Execute in-line changes to the process or equipment.
Communicate technical information within the department through presentations.
Continuously revise SOPs.
Develop improved processes to increase capability.
Monitor operations costs and develop cost reduction projects.