Process Engineer 3

Silfex, Inc. - A Division of Lam Research Corporation; Town of Springfield (WI); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Silfex Inc., A Lam Research Company, is seeking an experienced chemical etch specialist to develop and optimize silicon etch processes for semiconductor components. You will lead wet chemistry development, ensure safety and quality, and collaborate with R&D to deploy new etch technologies.

The role requires a strong background in chemistry or chemical engineering, 5 years in manufacturing or semiconductor environments, and proficiency in GD&T, Excel, and statistical tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor or Master of Science in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering
• 5 years of relevant experience, preferably in manufacturing or Semiconductor industry
• Knowledge of wet chemistries focused on Silicon etching with interaction of chemistries and impact of product parameters
• Knowledge of Si – surface cleaning
• Proficient in reading part drawings and GD&T
• Experience in Lean technologies in manufacturing with advanced problem solving/6-sigma
• Demonstrated skills in process control and process optimization
• Must be able to work effectively individually and in a team environment
• Ability to manage multiple projects with competing priorities
• MS Office Suite and advanced skills in Microsoft Excel
• Statistical analysis software experience, preferably JMP or Minitab
• Experience with Quality Systems, Conformance, and Compliance standards
• Knowledge of Special Process Controls or Copy Exact and other Semi Standards

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement wet etch chemistry processes in manufacturing
• Evaluate new tool capabilities and modify existing tool for new product processing to meet customer requirements
• Define process conditions to achieve safety standards, quality, cost, and capacity for the chemical etch processes
• Establish critical to quality process parameters and work with manufacturing to define process controls ensuring etch processes operate at optimum performance
• Partner with R&D to receive new etch technologies and implement for manufacturing success
• Evaluate current processes to establish capability and implement improvements to enhance processes and products
• Develop and establish process capability and process control, repeatability, and stability through SPC and other methods
• Plan projects, create budgets, and ROI to meet annual operating plans, deliverables on time and within budget
• Collaborate cross-functionally to support business requirements for chemical etch process
• Develop and maintain knowledge of Silfex QMS and apply Quality Procedures
• Apply Lean manufacturing concepts including 5S, SMED, Single Part Flow
• Carry out special projects and other duties in etch clean area

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Problem solving

Process optimization

Teamwork

Microsoft Excel (Advanced)

Statistical analysis (JMP/Minitab)

Quality Systems knowledge

GD&T reading

Education

Bachelor or Master of Science in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Excel

JMP

Minitab

Job description

From smartphones to solar panels, innovative technology is needed to create the devices we use every day. Silfex's silicon components help make that technology a reality.

Silfex Inc., A Lam Research Company is the leading provider of precision silicon components used to make and operate semiconductor tools, which enable the trillion-dollar global electronics industry. Our company’s products are integral to the semiconductor equipment and optical markets. The outstanding team at Silfex makes that possible - through our people, we are advancing the world.

The impact we have on the world is made possible by focusing on our people. So we recognize and celebrate our teams’ achievements. We strive to create an inclusive and diverse culture where everyone’s contribution and voice has value. We evaluate and evolve our offerings, so our people receive the support and empowerment to do meaningful things for their lives, careers, and communities.

Our Perks and Benefits

At Silfex, our people make amazing things possible. That’s why we invest in you throughout the phases of your life with a comprehensive set of outstanding benefits that start on your first day of employment.

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Job Description

Essential Function

Position is responsible for developing, optimizing, and controlling critical chemical etch processes of Silicon and other brittle materials to meet semiconductor grade cleanliness for dielectric etch and deposition applications. The primary focus is on managing and controlling the process to meet customer requirements with a strong emphasis of safety and quality. The position is the subject matter expert for Silicon etching for Semiconductor components in the company; and leads and establish required etch processes to customers.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsible to develop and implement wet etch chemistry processes in manufacturing.
• Evaluate new tool capabilities and modify existing tool for new product processing to meet customer requirements
• Define process conditions to achieve safety standards, quality, cost, and capacity for the chemical etch processes
• Establish critical to quality process parameters and work with manufacturing to define process controls ensuring etch processes operate at optimum performance
• Partner with Research and Development Team to receive new etch technologies, implement the new technologies for manufacturing success.
• Evaluation of current processes to establish capability and implement improvements to enhance processes and products
• Responsible for developing and establish process capability and process control, repeatability, and stability through SPC, engineering controls, and other effective process management methods.
• Responsible for project planning, creating budgets, and Return on Investment to ensure you meet Annual Operating Plans. Commits to deliverables and is accountable for executing projects on-time and within budget.
• Collaborate cross functionally to support business requirements for chemical etch process.
• Develop and maintain a working knowledge of the Silfex Quality Management System and properly apply Quality Procedures and Operating Procedures.
• Application of Lean manufacturing concepts, including 5S, SMED, Single Part Flow.
• Carries out special projects and all other additional duties per business needs in etch clean area.

Qualifications

• Bachelor or Master of Science in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering
• 5 years of relevant experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment or Semiconductor industry
• Knowledge of wet chemistries focused on Silicon etching with interaction of chemistries and impact of product parameters
• Knowledge of Si – surface cleaning
• Proficient in reading part drawings and in interpreting geometric dimensions and tolerances (GD&T)
• Experience in Lean technologies in a manufacturing environment including advanced problem solving/6-sigma skills
• Demonstrated skills in process control and process optimization
• Must be able to work effectively individually and in a team environment
• Ability to manage multiple projects with competing priorities
• Must be able to perform successfully under minimum supervision
• Competent with MSOffice Suite products and advance skills in Microsoft Excel
• Statistical analysis software experience, preferably JMP or Minitab
• Experience with Quality Systems, Conformance, and Compliance standards
• Knowledge of Special Process Controls and or Copy Exact and other Semi Standards

Equipment Operated

• Standard Office Equipment
• Ability to learn process equipment including Operator/Maintenance interface with PLCs and machine controls

Culture

• Display a positive attitude and strong work ethic that reflects the Mission and Core Values of Silfex.
• Create and maintain a culture where workplace safety is part of everything we do. Provide the safest possible workplace to our employees by modeling and following all company safety policies, reporting any incidents or unsafe conditions immediately to Silfex management. Wear all PPE as required by work area or job function.
• Communication – Begin with the end in mind – Communicate boldly as well as effectively with empathy and respect to inspire teamwork and collaboration vertically and horizontally within Silfex.
• Assist in applying lean manufacturing concepts and 5S. Demonstrate ownership of continuous improvement ideas and activities. Maintain organization and cleanliness, housekeeping and 5S within work area. Maintain these areas at the highest degree possible while responsibly escalating any maintenance issues.

Physical Demands

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to stand and use hands to handle or feel. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms.

The employee is occasionally required to walk; sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and; talk or hear. The employee regularly is required to lift up to 10 pounds. The vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

While performing the duties of this job the employee is frequently working near moving mechanical parts and fumes or airborne particles. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions. The noise level in the environment is moderate. Employee is required to meet all PPE requirements as outlined in Silfex procedures.

Our Commitment

We believe it is important for every person to feel valued, included, and empowered to achieve their full potential. By bringing unique individuals and viewpoints together, we achieve extraordinary results.

Silfex Inc., A Lam Research Company ("Silfex" or the "Company"), is an equal opportunity employer. Silfex is committed to and reaffirms support of equal opportunity in employment and non-discrimination in employment policies, practices and procedures on the basis of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, or military and veteran status or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. It is the Company’s intention to comply with all applicable laws and regulations. Company policy prohibits unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees.