RF Technology Development Epitaxy and Integration Engineer – Principal Engineer

GLOBALFOUNDRIES U.S. 2 LLC; Essex Junction (VT); On-site; USD 85,000 - 146,000; Full time

Job summary

GlobalFoundries in Essex Junction, VT is seeking an epitaxy and integration engineer for our RF Technology Development Organization to advance semiconductor technologies with cross‑functional teams. You will develop, evaluate and qualify CVD Si/SiGe epitaxial processes, define growth conditions, and drive integration optimization using DOE and statistical analysis.

Master’s or PhD in Electrical or Materials Science is required; at least a 3.0 GPA and strong English communication skills are

Qualifications

• Education – Master’s or PhD in Electrical, Materials Science, or related field.
• GPA of 3.0 or higher and strong academic standing.
• English language proficiency (written and verbal).

Responsibilities

• Develop, evaluate and qualify CVD Si/SiGe epitaxial process.
• Define epitaxial growth conditions and controls methodology.
• Drive integration optimization using DOE, statistical analysis, and yield learning.
• Collaborate with unit process module engineers and failure analysis teams.
• Own and drive technical process problem solving.

Skills

epitaxy growth

DOE methodologies

statistical analysis

yield optimization

RF fundamentals

leadership

project management

communication

Education

Master's or PhD in Electrical or Materials Science

Job description

About GlobalFoundries

GlobalFoundries (GF) is a leading full-service semiconductor foundry providing a unique combination of design, development, and fabrication services to some of the world’s most inspired technology companies. With a global manufacturing footprint spanning three continents, GF makes possible the technologies and systems that transform industries and give customers the power to shape their markets. For more information, visit www.gf.com.

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Summary of Role

GlobalFoundries' RF Technology Development Organization is looking for an epitaxy and integration engineer in developing semiconductor technologies to join our RF team in Essex Junction, VT.

Essential Responsibilities

• Develop, evaluate and qualify CVD Si / SiGe epitaxial process.
• Define epitaxial growth conditions and controls methodology to meet both the technology performance requirements and the manufacturability criteria
• Responsible for development, optimization, and qualification of FEOL semiconductor devices and processes to meet performance, cost and yield requirements
• Drive integration optimization using DOE methodologies, statistical analysis, and yield learning techniques.
• Partner with unit process module engineers, failure analysis and characterization team to improve device performance and yield
• Own and drive technical process problem solving.
• Interact with internal & external customers and respond to technical queries.
• Establish new technology design rules, test structures and test methodologies.
• Innovate new methods of continuous process/device improvement.

Other Responsibilities

• Perform all activities in a safe and responsible manner and support all Environmental, Health, Safety & Security requirements and programs.

Required Qualifications

• Education – Graduating with Master’s or PhD in Electrical, Materials Science, or other relevant engineering or physical science discipline from an accredited degree program.
• Familiarity with epitaxial growth techniques and hands-on experience with epitaxial growth – silicon or III-V Must have at least an overall 3.0 GPA and proven good academic standing.
• Language Fluency - English (Written & Verbal)

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum 2 Years of Experience in Silicon or SiGe BiCMOS FEOL or BEOL or III-V processing and/or semiconductor process development
• Minimum 2 years of relevant epitaxial growth engineering experience.
• Knowledge of semiconductor device physics and/or RF fundamentals (e.g. S-parameters)
• Prior related internship or co-op experience.
• Demonstrated prior leadership experience in the workplace, school projects, competitions, etc.
• Project management skills, i.e. the ability to innovate and execute solutions that matter; the ability to navigate ambiguity.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong planning & organizational skills undefined

Expected Salary Range

$85,000.00 - $146,000.00 The exact Salary will be determined based on qualifications, experience and location.

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