Process Integration Engineer

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Rancho Cordova (CA); On-site; USD 121,000 - 194,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RSU

RCU

Cash bonus

Medical insurance

401(k) match

Job summary

Solidigm is seeking a 3D NAND Process Integration Engineer to define, integrate, and qualify advanced 3D NAND processes from early development through manufacturing qualification. You will lead modules, identify gaps, and develop solutions to meet aggressive density, performance, and cost targets.

Responsibilities include setting roadmaps, establishing flow and equipment configurations, and transferring processes to high-volume manufacturing.

Qualifications

• BS, MS, or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Microelectronics, Physics, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field.
• Deep understanding of 3D NAND architecture, staircase architecture, and contact integration.
• Strong ability to solve complex integration problems involving multiple process modules.

Responsibilities

• Define, integrate and qualify 3D NAND process technologies from early development to manufacturing.
• Drive improvements in yield, reliability, cost, and process stability.
• Plan experiments and establish process control systems for volume ramp and transfer to high-volume manufacturing.

Skills

3D NAND integration

Process development

Device engineering

Statistical analysis

DOE methodologies

Cross-functional leadership

Problem solving

Education

Electrical Engineering / Microelectronics / Physics / Chemical Engineering / Materials Science (BS/MS/PhD)

Job description

• Compensation: USD 121,280 - USD 194,100 - yearly

Company Description

Join a multibillion-dollar global company that brings together amazing technology, people, and operational scale to become a powerhouse in the memory industry. Headquartered in Rancho Cordova, California, Solidigm combines elements of an established, successful technology company with the spirit, agility, and entrepreneurial mindset of a start-up. In addition to the U.S. headquarters and other facilities in the U.S., the company has international presence in Asia, Europe, and the Americas. Solidigm will continue to lead the world in innovating new Memory technologies with aspirations to be the #1 NAND memory company in the world. At Solidigm, we view problems as opportunities to define innovative solutions that hold the power to change the world and unleash the potential technological needs that the future holds. At Solidigm, we are One Team that fosters a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture that embraces individual uniqueness and empowers us to bring our best selves to deliver excellence in support of Solidigm's vision and mission to be the go-to partner for optimized data storage solutions. You can be part of the takeoff of an innovative business that develops cutting-edge products, delivers strong business value for customers, provides an engaging workplace for its employees, and serves a greater impact on the world. This is a golden opportunity for the right applicant to join us and help design, build, and lead Solidigm. We want a diverse team of dedicated professionals who will not just be Solidigm team members but contribute to how we shape the future of the organization. We are seeking applicants who will grow and thrive in our culture; be customer inspired, trusting, innovative, team-oriented, inclusive, results driven, collaborative, passionate, and flexible.

Job Description

The 3D NAND Process Integration Engineer is responsible for defining, integrating, and qualifying advanced 3D NAND process technologies from early pathfinding through technology development and manufacturing qualification. This role requires deep expertise in 3D NAND architecture, process integration, and advanced patterning/etch technologies, with particular emphasis on staircase formation, multilayer stack engineering, and high-aspect-ratio process optimization. The successful candidate will drive the integration of critical 3D NAND process modules, identify technology gaps, and develop innovative solutions to achieve aggressive density, performance, reliability, yield, and cost targets.

Defines roadmaps to meet requirements, goals and milestones for a new technology process. Defines and establishes flow, procedures, and equipment configuration for the module. Selects and develops material and equipment for the process to meet quality, reliability, cost, yield, productivity and manufacturability requirements. Plans and conducts experiments to fully characterize the process throughout the development cycle. Drives improvements on quality, reliability, cost, yield, process stability/capability, productivity and safety/ergonomic over variables such as material, method, equipment, environment and operating personnel. Develops solutions to problems utilizing formal education, statistical knowledge, and problem-solving tools. Establishes process control systems for the process module and sustains the module through volume ramp. Develops strategy to resolve difficult problems and establishes systems to deal with these problems in the future. Trains production/receiving process engineers for transfer to other factories. Transfers process to high volume manufacturing and provide support in new factory start-up as well as install and qualification of the new production lines.

Qualifications

• BS, MS, or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Microelectronics, Physics, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field.
• Strong industry experience in 3D NAND process integration, process development, or device engineering.
• Deep understanding of:
  • 3D NAND cell architecture
  • Staircase architecture and contact integration
  • HARC formation and high-aspect-ratio etch/fill processes
  • Semiconductor process integration and scaling challenges
  • Statistical analysis, DOE methodologies, and data-driven optimization
• Demonstrated ability to solve complex integration problems involving multiple process modules and competing technical tradeoffs.
• Strong communication and leadership skills with the ability to influence cross-functional technical teams in a fast-paced R&D environment.

Additional Information

This position is also eligible to participate in Solidigm's restricted stock unit (RSU), restricted cash unit (RCU), and cash bonus programs. In addition, Solidigm offers a benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, supplemental life and AD&D insurance; short- and long-term disability; healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts, and a company match on eligible 401(k) plan contributions.

The compensation range for this role is $121,280 - $194,100. Actual compensation is influenced by a variety of factors including but not limited to skills, experience, qualifications, and geographic location.