Process Engineer

Yield Engineering Systems; Fremont (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Flexible PTO

Company stock

Job summary

Yield Engineering Systems in Fremont, CA is seeking a Process Engineer to optimize semiconductor processes and develop robust test protocols. You will work with cross-functional teams to design experiments, collect data, analyze results, and report on customer demos.

The role requires advanced degrees, strong metrics mindset, and willingness to travel up to 25% to support customers and sites. The candidate should have a background in materials science, chemical engineering, physics, or related

Qualifications

• Master’s or PhD with no prior professional experience or equivalent.
• Proficient in SPC/DOE concepts and interpretation.
• Experience using JMP or similar statistical tools.
• Proficiency in MATLAB and/or Python preferred.
• Laboratory work in semiconductor environments is a plus.
• Able to travel up to 25% locally or internationally.

Responsibilities

• Apply engineering principles to optimize processes per customer requirements.
• Write and conduct tests, DOE-based characterization, and report results.
• Collaborate with internal teams to plan data collection and demos.
• Analyze data to guide process development and specifications.
• Identify solutions and present proposals to management.
• Coordinate with customers to understand roadmaps and requirements.
• Train and mentor operators, technicians, and junior engineers.

Skills

SPC/DOE understanding

Statistical tools

MATLAB

Python

Problem solving

Laboratory work

Semiconductor equipment familiarity

Travel readiness

Education

Master's degree in Materials Science/Chemical Engineering/CPhysics or related field

PhD in Materials Science/related field

Tools

JMP

Job description

YES (Yield Engineering Systems, Inc.) is a leading manufacturer of reliable, high-tech, cost-effective capital equipment that transforms materials and surfaces at the nanoscale. From startups to the Fortune 50, our customersrely on YES to help them unleash products that change lives – from cellphones and IoT devices,to AI and virtual reality, to diagnostic tests for COVID.

As a preferred provider of wet and dry process technology, we look forward to talking with smart, energetic, team-oriented people who can grow with us. We provide competitive salary and benefits, including employee stock ownership, and some of the best co-workers you’ll find anywhere. If this appeals to you, please read on!

Job Title: Process Engineer

Location: Fremont, CA

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Apply principles of engineering, thermal or fluid sciences, mathematics, or statistics to optimize processes as per customer requirements.
• Write test protocols, perform tests to fully characterize new equipment or processes utilizing DOE methodology or other statistically sound methods, then write completion reports.
• Collaborate internally to plan, collect data, analyze results, and report on customer demos for existing process applications.
• Compile and analyze test data to establish the next steps in process development and determine appropriate limits and variables for process specifications.
• Identify, analyze, and provide solutions and alternate approaches to complex problems, using independent creativity and judgment.
• Communicates findings and proposals to upper management.
• Partner cross-functionally and with customers to understand roadmaps, process flow, inflection points, requirements, and business challenges.
• Train, develop, and/or provide work direction to operators, technicians, and junior-level engineers.

Qualifications:

• Master's degree or PhD in Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Physics, or related field with no previous professional experience; or equivalent experience.
• In-depth understanding of Statistical Process Control (SPC) and/or Design of Experiments (DOE).
• Experience with statistical tools (JMP, etc.)
• Proficient in MATLAB, Python, or other similar scientific computing language preferred.
• Strong problem-solving skills and willingness to learn new skills, and new technologies, and develop solutions based on project needs.
• Familiarity with working in a laboratory and on semiconductor equipment with experience in surface preparation, analytical techniques, and material characterization.
• Ability to function well in a diverse, team-focused, fast-paced environment with changing requirements.
• Ability to travel up to 25% locally or internationally.

Travel Requirements:

• Position requires up to 25% travel.

Compensation

• YES also offers a performance-based annual bonus and a competitive benefits package, which includes a 401(k) match, medical, dental, vision and life insurance, in addition to flexible PTO and company stock.

Additional Information

• Background check and pre-employment drug screen required.
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
• YES is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.
• YES prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.