Process Development Engineering Manager- Etch, Photo and Metrology

Wolfspeed; Durham, Northern (NC, KY); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Childcare assistance

Paid parental leave

Continuing education assistance

Job summary

Wolfspeed in North Carolina is seeking a Process Development Engineering Manager for Etch, Photo and Metrology within the Power Device Technology Development Group. You will oversee development of novel process capabilities to advance Wolfspeed's SiC power device technology and lead a team of process development engineers.

The role requires a PhD in a related field, strong technical leadership and hands-on experience with semiconductor fabrication, etch, photolithography and metrology to define

Qualifications

• PhD in Chemistry, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Proven track record of technical leadership and people management.
• Strong understanding of semiconductor device fabrication.
• Experience in process integration or development in a semiconductor fab or lab.
• Knowledge of etch techniques including RIE and ICP.
• Familiar with photolithography techniques and metrology methods.
• Experience with CSDEM and optical metrology techniques.
• Knowledge of SPC and DOE methodologies.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage a team of process development engineers and guide project work.
• Lead development/improvement of etch and photolithography processes.
• Drive metrology strategy to support next generation devices.
• Define and execute Wolfspeed's power device process roadmap.
• Oversee projects to improve performance and yields.
• Collaborate with R&D design/integration teams to create unit processes.
• Provide technical process development leadership and foster innovation.
• Support a fast-paced, dynamic work environment with continuous improvement.

Skills

Technical leadership

People management

Semiconductor fabrication

Etch processes

Photolithography

Metrology

DOE / SPC

Characterization techniques (OES/SEM/|

Education

PhD in Chemistry/Materials/Chemical/Electrical Eng

Tools

OES

SEM

Ellipsometry

AFM

XRF

CSDEM

Job description

Here's the Gist :

We currently have a need for a Process Development Engineering Manager- Etch, Photo and Metrology within The Power Device Technology Development Group.

As a Process Development Engineering Manager in the Power R&D group, you will oversee all development of novel process capabilities that will advance Wolfspeed's SiC power device technology.

We are looking for a highly motivated candidate with a strong track record of innovation, ingenuity and technical leadership.

This position will be based in North Carolina.

• Manage a team of process development engineers and provide regular guidance on technical projects
• Lead the development and improvement of etch and photolithography processes, as well as overall power device metrology strategy, to drive the development of robust next generation power semiconductor devices
• Define and execute on Wolfspeed's power device process roadmap
• Oversee technical projects to enhance product performance and improve product yields
• Spearhead collaborations with the R&D design and integration teams to create unit processes to meet customer specifications
• Provide technical process development leadership
• Drive innovation and continuous improvement in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

• Working parent? We provide childcare assistance and paid parental leave.
• Student? We offer continuing education assistance.
• Looking for community? There are many ways to get involved, from Employee Resource Groups to local outreach.

This Job is Right for You if You Have (Minimum Requirements)

• PhD. Degree in Chemistry, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, or any closely related Engineering field.
• Proven track record of technical leadership and people management
• Strong understanding of semiconductor device fabrication
• Experience in process integration or process development in a semiconductor fab or lab environment.
• Strong knowledge of various etch techniques, such as reactive ion etching, inductively coupled plasma etching, various wet etch techniques
• Working knowledge of material characterization techniques, such as OES, SEM, Ellipsometry, AFM, XRF and/or other similar techniques
• Experience in various photolithography techniques, including aligners, steppers and scanners
• Strong knowledge of CSDEM and optical metrology techniques
• Experience with SPC and DOE methodology
• Excellent communication and presentation skills

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Wolfspeed is a powerhouse semiconductor company focused on silicon carbide and GaN technologies. After more than thirty years of forging new technology adoption and transformation, our Wolfspeed® power and radio frequency (RF) semiconductors are leading the industry through unrivaled expertise and capacity.

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