Photolithography Process Engineer

Broadcom Inc.; Fort Collins (CO); On-site; USD 109,700 - 175,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary annual bonus

Equity awards

Job summary

Broadcom Inc. seeks a Photolithography Engineer to develop new unit processes in high volume MEMS production in Fort Collins, Colorado. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in photolithography and statistical process control, managing CD and overlay SPC charts while collaborating with engineering teams.

This position requires strong troubleshooting skills, legal authorization to work in the U.S., and offers a competitive salary of $109,700 - $175,500, along with eligibility for bonuses and equity awards.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of related experience required.
• Experience in high volume manufacturing.
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Develop robust solutions to R&D needs.
• Manage CD and overlay SPC charts.
• Collaborate with engineering and R&D teams.
• Perform data analysis to support process improvements.
• Implement monitoring methodologies for equipment performance.

Skills

Photolithography expertise

Statistical Process Control

Data analysis skills

Troubleshooting

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

BS in EE, ME, ChE, Materials Science, Physics or Chemistry

MS in relevant field

PhD in relevant field

Tools

ASML i-line steppers

TEL_ACT8 equipment

Statistical analysis tools (JMP, Minitab)

Job description

As a Photolithography Engineer with the Wireless Semiconductor Division (WSD), you will develop and sustain new and enabling unit processes in our existing high volume Si MEMS production facilities located along the Front Range Mountains in Northern Colorado. You will team with Technology Development and Equipment Engineering to achieve this objective. The team will be challenged by new materials, applications and device architectures. You will be responsible for establishing robust equipment and processes through rigorous characterization and statistical validation before ramping them into high volume manufacturing. We are looking to hire a talented, highly motivated engineer responsible for challenging and rewarding work.

Responsibilities

• Development and characterization of robust solutions to R&D needs in collaboration with development engineering groups.
• Combination of layer and process tool ownership.
• Responsible for managing CD and overlay SPC charts, along with layer defect monitoring.
• Ownership of photo processes on ASML i-line steppers and high-topography exposure systems for MEMS Silicon based technologies. This will include sustaining high volume manufacturing lines, as well as some new processes, materials, and applications development.
• Yield, quality and cost improvements to existing unit processes, to deliver highly robust and consistent results in collaboration with equipment maintenance and operational organizations.
• Collaborate with Equipment Engineering and R&D to conceptualize and progress opportunities that enable continued technological leadership, working across roles & teams, both internal and external, to deliver benefit to the business.
• Experimental design and data analysis to support the line sustaining work, process development and process improvements.
• Solid identification and resolution of yield and defect issues with clear communication of results across the organization.
• Organizes and manages long-term improvement projects to meet organizational goals.
• Work with peers and the equipment engineering/maintenance teams to establish project objectives, schedules and resource profiles for projects.
• Implement robust monitoring methodologies enabling early detection of excursions in equipment performance before product is impacted (e.g. SPC, FDC, baselining & matching).

Qualifications

• BS (MS or higher preferred) in EE, ME, ChE, Materials Science, Physics or Chemistry and 8+ years of related experience.
• MS in EE, ME, ChE, Material Sciences, Physics or Chemistry and 6+ years related experience.
• PhD in EE, ME, ChE, Material Sciences, Physics or Chemistry and 3+ years of related experience.
• Expertise in photolithography, this position designed for highly autonomous experts. This is not an entry level position.
• Proficiency in a wide variety of photolithography tools.
• Experience with TEL_ACT8 and PAS5500 equipment is highly desirable.
• Experience with Wafer‑Level Packaging (WLP), through silicon vias (TSVs), or thick resist processing (e.g. polyimides, chem amp resists, etc.) is desirable.
• Deep experience with ASML equipment (PAS5500), advanced process control, overlay optimization, and i‑line steppers.
• Deep track background (TEL_ACT8) focused on R&D, new layer development, and new resist materials selection.
• Expertise in engineering fundamentals for all areas of fab processing.
• Understanding of general processing techniques and concepts for silicon‑based MEMS devices applications including interdependencies with other unit processes.
• Strength in Statistical Process Control for a high‑volume manufacturing facility.
• Mature data analysis skills using tools such as JMP, Minitab, Spotfire and Excel/Access is required.
• Candidates with practical experience in Fault Detection & Classification (FDC) systems, Copy Exactly (CE!) methodology, High Precision Maintenance (HPM), TPS, and Lean will be considered preferentially.
• Proven ability to work in a dynamic environment and deliver results.
• Strong troubleshooting skills.
• Excellent ownership, initiative and communication skills.
• Track record of self‑motivated and collaborative learning.
• Ability to prioritize and multitask.
• Strong cross‑functional teamwork skills and demonstrated ability to deliver improvements within a team environment.
• Attention to detail is essential.
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required.

Compensation and Benefits

The annual base salary range for this position is $109,700 - $175,500. This position is also eligible for a discretionary annual bonus in accordance with relevant plan documents, and equity in accordance with equity plan documents and equity award agreements. As a valued member of our team, you'll be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus and the opportunity to receive not only a competitive new hire equity grant, but also annual equity awards, connecting your success directly to the company's growth. All subject to relevant plan documents and award agreements.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Broadcom is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We will consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, disability status, medical condition, pregnancy, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. We will also consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records consistent with local law.