Photo Reticle Engineer - All Shifts

Samsung Semiconductor; Taylor (TX); On-site; USD 76,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance and 401(k) matching

Onsite café(s) and workout facilities

Paid maternity and paternity leave

PTO + 2 personal holidays and 10 legal

Wellness incentives

Job summary

Samsung Austin Semiconductor is seeking a Photo Reticle Engineer to maintain reticle-related tools and support fab production. You will collect performance data, generate KPI reports, and drive continuous-improvement initiatives, reporting to the Inspection or Equipment manager.

Qualifications include a B.S. in a technical field and 2–5 years in semiconductor processing, with Python/R/JSL scripting and Spotfire knowledge as strong assets.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Engineering (Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical), Materials Science, Chemistry, Physics or similar technical degree.
• 2–5 years experience in semiconductor process engineering.
• Spotfire knowledge is a plus.
• Scripting language (Python, R, VBA, or JSL preferred).
• Understanding of semiconductor wafer processing fundamentals and photolithography.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prioritize, and coordinate system-level improvements for reticle-related tools.
• Monitor equipment and process metrics, validate tool-specific parameters, ensure stable operations.
• Ensure reticles meet quality specs before release into production.
• Respond to reticle-quality incidents and develop release-strategy plans.
• Troubleshoot and escalate issues with vendors and fab engineers.

Skills

Spotfire knowledge

Python scripting

R scripting

JSL scripting

Education

B.S. in Engineering or similar technical degree

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

The Photo Reticle Engineer is responsible for the health and performance of reticle‑related tools that supports fab production, focusing on one specialty area: inspection, cleaning, or repair. In that specialty, you provide support for operational issues, and ensure strict adherence to quality and compliance standards. You will collect performance data, generate KPI reports, and drive continuous‑improvement initiatives. The role reports to the Inspection or Equipment manager.

Role And Responsibilities

Here’s what you’ll be responsible for:

• Plan, prioritize, and coordinate system‑level improvements for the reticle‑related toolset supporting fab production.
• Continuously monitor equipment and process metrics, extracting, validating, and integrating tool‑specific parameters, to ensure stable, repeatable operations.
• Ensure that all reticles, whether inspected, cleaned, or repaired, meet the required quality specifications before release into production.
• Respond to reticle‑quality incidents and develop release‑strategy plans that satisfy manufacturing schedules.
• Troubleshoot and drive escalation handling for any situation that threatens reticle availability, working with vendors and fab engineers.

Skills And Qualifications

Here’s what you’ll need:

• B.S. in Engineering (Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical), Materials Science, Chemistry, Physics or similar technical degree.
• 2-5 years experience in semiconductor process engineering.
• High degree of knowledge with Spotfire is a plus.
• Knowledge of scripting language (Python, R, VBA, or JSL preferred).
• Understanding of semiconductor wafer processing fundamentals and photolithography.

The current base salary range for this role is between $76,000 - $174,500. 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.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• 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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