Process Engineer/Technician

Micross Logo; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

HSA/FSA

Dental plan

Vision plan

Life insurance

401k match

Paid leave

Vacation

Holidays

Tuition assistance

Pet insurance

Legal insurance

Job summary

Micross in Durham, NC seeks a hands-on packaging/materials professional for wafer processing in a cleanroom. You will troubleshoot, optimize process flows, and report findings in a collaborative, data-driven team environment.

Required 5+ years in advanced packaging with wafer process knowledge and strong analytical skills. Strong communication and ability to generate reports are essential; US citizenship or permanent residency is required.

Qualifications

• Associates or better in Engineering or related field.
• Preferred: Bachelors or better in Engineering or related field.
• 5+ years of hands-on experience in advanced packaging and materials processing
• Experience with wafer processing and cleanroom understanding is expected.
• Metrology, data recording and data presentation (PowerPoint) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Communicate results and concerns in a collaborative, data-driven environment.
• Participate in process improvement experiments; record and report data accurately.
• Adhere to safety, quality and ITAR policies; maintain cleanroom discipline.
• Build relationships with internal partners and contribute to departmental goals.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Hands-on lab skills

Written & verbal communication

Data collection & analysis

Microsoft Office

Report generation

Analytical skills

Education

Associate degree or higher in engineering/physical science

Bachelor's degree or higher in engineering/related field

Job description

This role demands proficiency operating in cleanroom environments using wet benches and dry boxes, with strict adherence to safety and contamination-control protocols. Candidates should bring deep knowledge of semiconductor materials, a steady hand for precision work, and strong problem-solving abilities to optimize process flows and troubleshoot equipment or sample issues. Familiarity with CAD tools for fixture design and basic electronic measurement tools (e.g., multimeters, source meters) is desirable. Join a collaborative team where your technical expertise will directly contribute to next-generation device and package development.

• Communicating results and concerns in a collaborative, data-driven environment.
• Participate and conduct process improvement experiments, as needed; accurately recording and reporting data
• Employ standard troubleshooting protocol

Other Duties & Responsibilities:

• Comply with all safety policies, practices and procedures.
• Comply with all quality and ITAR policies, practices and procedures.
• Build meaningful and productive relationships with internal business partners.
• Participate in proactive team efforts to achieve departmental and company goals.
• Contribute to building a positive team spirit.
• Communicate effectively with all levels of employees.
• Protect confidential information by not communicating, disclosing to, or using for benefit of 3rd parties.
• Maintain the highest degree of honesty and integrity at all times.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Job Qualifications:

• US citizenship or permanent resident alien status is required.
• A.A., B.S., M.S., or PhD in physical science or engineering with wafer processing and cleanroom experience
• Knowledge of wafer processes and basic device processing, with a good background in thin film deposition, dry/wet etch, or photolithography.
• 5+ years of hands-on experience in advanced packaging and materials processing
• Overall experience with metrology measurements, data recording, and data presentation (PowerPoint) is a plus.

Job Skills:

• Excellent hands-on laboratory skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Should be able to collect and analyze data.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Be able to generate reports.
• Should possess strong analytical skills.

At Micross, our Core Values of integrity, communication, teamwork, quality and execution, self-discipline and accountability are cultivated throughout all levels of the organization.Micross provides a challenging and enjoyable workplace for members and supports the needs of the community.

Micross provides competitive benefits including medical, HSA and FSA plans, dental, vision, company paid basic Life Insurance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), 401k with employer match, paid leave, vacation, holidays, generous tuition assistance, 529 College Savings, Pet insurance, Legal insurance, and a range of well-being programs available.

Thought Provoking

Capable of making others think deeply on a subject

Team Player

Works well as a member of a group

Dedicated

Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Self-Starter

Inspired to perform without outside help

Ability to Make an Impact

Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

Education

Required

Associates or better in Engineering or related field.

Preferred

Bachelors or better in Engineering or related field.

Experience

5 years:

5+ years of hands-on experience in advanced packaging and materials processing

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