Principal TD Device Engineer

GLOBALFOUNDRIES U.S. INC.; New York, Town of Malta (NY, NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 146,000; Full time

Job summary

GlobalFoundries in the United States is seeking a qualified engineer to improve silicon photonic device performance and manufacturability. You will perform data mining, data analysis, and coordinate electro/optical test, contributing to device/macro design and simulation.

The role requires a Master’s degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering or related field, plus hands-on experience with silicon photonics, Python or R, and Cadence/Lumerical software. Travel up to 10% may be required.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or related field.
• 2 years of progressively responsible post-baccalaureate experience in silicon photonics or related field.
• Coding capability in Python, R, etc., and tools experience (Lumerical, Cadence).

Responsibilities

• Improve silicon photonic device performance and manufacturability.
• Perform data mining, data analysis, and macro design for experiments.
• Lead for definition of improvement experiments and hardware disposition.
• Drive cost reductions through improved processes and test yield.

Skills

Python

Rcode

Lumerical

Cadence

PDK flow

Macro design

SKILL language

HFSS

Education

Master’s Degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering

Tools

Lumerical

Cadence

HFSS

Job description

About GlobalFoundries

GlobalFoundries is a leading full-service semiconductor foundry providing a unique combination of design, development, and fabrication services to some of the world’s most inspired technology companies. With a global manufacturing footprint spanning three continents, GlobalFoundries makes possible the technologies and systems that transform industries and give customers the power to shape their markets. For more information, visit www.gf.com.

Summary of Role

Improve Silicon Photonic Device performance and manufacturability. Perform data mining, data analysis. The Role will also include device test structure simulation, design and coordinating electro/optical test.

Essential Responsibilities

Improve the performance and manufacturability. Perform data mining, data analysis, and macro design for experiments. Work on open-source software enablement and development projects in the silicon photonics area to improve the capability of device/macro design and simulation. Complete ownership of a technology module, accountable for prioritization of projects based on business need, the delegation of tasks to extended module team, lead for definition of improvement experiments and hardware disposition. Sustain and improve manufacturing technologies by ensuring product quality, reducing defectivity, improving process stability (Cp/Cpk), and increasing processing efficiency. Detect line issues through data analysis and drive appropriate containment and resolution in a timely manner in order to limit the impact to yield and delivery. Collaborate with the device, process modules in driving development work for new production technologies. Drive cost reductions through expense elimination, line and test yield improvement, and efficiency improvements. Position requires up to 10% domestic travels.

Other Responsibilities

Perform all activities in a safe and responsible manner and support all Environmental, Health, Safety & Security requirements, and programs.

Required Qualifications

Education – Master’s Degree or foreign equivalent in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or a related field of study.

Experience – 2 years of progressively responsible post-baccalaureate experience in job offered or related role. Requires 2 years of experience in: (1) Silicon photonics, electrical engineering/computer engineering or device physics background and one (1) year of experience in: (1) Coding capability (Python, Rcode, etc.), (2) Simulation tool skills (Lumerical, Cadence), (3) PDK to tapeout flow experience for customer designs, (4) Macro design capability, (5) SKILL language experience in Cadence to generate pcells for PDKs, (6) HFSS (high freq structure simulator) experience. Position requires up to 10% domestic travel.

Expected Salary Range

Expected Salary Range $85,000.00 - $146,000.00 The exact Salary will be determined based on qualifications, experience and location.

Accommodation

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at [e-mail] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.

Equal Opportunity

GlobalFoundries is fully committed to equal opportunity in the workplace and believes that cultural diversity within the company enhances its business potential. GlobalFoundries goal of excellence in business necessitates the attraction and retention of highly qualified people. Artificial barriers and stereotypic biases detract from this objective and may be illegally discriminatory. All policies and processes which pertain to employees including recruitment, selection, training, utilization, promotion, compensation, benefits, extracurricular programs, and termination are created and implemented without regard to age, ethnicity, ancestry, color, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religion, political and/or third-party affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other characteristic or category specified by local, state or federal law.

Company Culture

We shape what's essential At GlobalFoundries you will find a vibrant work environment where collaboration and innovation thrive. Our diverse and global team shares a culture of respect and inclusivity, representing the best in the industry. We celebrate success together and are united by our dedication to excellence and our desire to improve and empower the world.