Semiconductor Fabrication Technician

Columbus Technologies and Services; Greenbelt (MD); Presencial; USD 41.000 - 61.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Columbus Technologies & Services is seeking a detail-oriented MEMS Fabrication Technician to support our microfabrication operations in a cleanroom. You will operate a wide variety of semiconductor processing and metrology equipment, execute critical steps, and assist engineers with testing and troubleshooting.

The role requires at least 1 year in a semiconductor MEMS cleanroom, hands-on photolithography and deposition experience, and keen documentation skills.

Formación

• Associate's or higher in electronics/related field with hands-on MEMS experience.
• Minimum 1 year in semiconductor or MEMS cleanroom environment.
• Photolithography: spin coaters, exposure tools, and development benches.
• Thin film deposition: PVD/PECVD/ALD and related furnaces.
• Etching: wet & dry etching including RIE/DRIE and vapor phase etching.
• Metrology: optical/electron microscopy, ellipsometry, profilometry, probes.

Responsabilidades

• Execute defined microfabrication steps for MEMS devices.
• Monitor tool performance, troubleshoot issues, escalate as needed.
• Perform routine calibrations, maintenance, and tool qualifications.
• Document processing results and tool data in logs/spreadsheets.
• Collaborate with process engineers, maintenance, and design teams.
• Participate in continuous improvement and safety initiatives.
• This is a full-time onsite role, Monday–Friday in the clean room.

Conocimientos

Attention to detail

Documentation

Cleanroom protocol adherence

Communication

Educación

Associate's degree in electronics, mechanical technology, semiconductor manufacturing, materials science, or related field

Bachelor's degree is a plus

High School diploma/GED with equivalent hands-on industry experience

Herramientas

Spin coater

Exposure tools (mask aligners, steppers, E-beam)

Development benches

Physical vapor deposition (PVD)

PECVD

Thermal oxidation furnaces

Atomic layer deposition (ALD)

RIE/DRIE

Vapor HF

XeF2

Optical/electron microscopy

Ellipsometry

Profilometers

Electrical probing stations

Descripción del empleo

OVERVIEW

Must be a US Citizen or Green Card holder

Estimated Duration: Ongoing

W2 Position with full benefits

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $30-44/hr + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Columbus Technologies & Services is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Semiconductor/MEMS Fabrication Technician to support our microfabrication operations. In this role, the candidate will work inside a cleanroom environment, operating a wide variety of semiconductor processing and metrology equipment. In addition, candidate will execute critical process steps, assist engineers with testing and troubleshooting, and help maintain the flow and quality of our MEMS device manufacturing.

• Execute defined microfabrication process steps (lot travelers) for MEMS devices accurately, safely, and consistently.
• Monitor tool performance, perform basic equipment troubleshooting, and elevate complex process or hardware issues to the fabrication lead.
• Perform routine equipment calibrations, basic preventative maintenance, and tool qualifications.
• Accurately document all processing results, measurements, and tool data in logs or tracking spreadsheet according to strict industry standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including process engineers, equipment maintenance, and design teams, to support process integration and test runs.
• Actively participate in continuous improvement and safety.
• This is a full time position which requires onsite attendance Monday through Friday with significant amount of time spent in the clean room.

REQUIRED SKILLS

• Associate's degree in electronics, mechanical technology, semiconductor manufacturing, materials science, or a related field (or High School diploma/GED with equivalent hands-on industry experience); bachelor's degree is a plus.
• Minimum of 1 year of hands-on experience operating equipment in a semiconductor or MEMS fabrication cleanroom environment.
• Photolithography: Hands-on experience operating spin coaters, exposure tools (mask aligners, steppers, or E-beam), and automated/manual development benches.
• Thin Film Deposition: Experience loading, operating, and monitoring tools for: physical vapor deposition (thermal/e-beam evaporation and sputtering), chemical vapor deposition (PECVD), thermal oxidation furnaces, and atomic layer deposition (ALD).
• Etching Operations: Ability to safely handle hazardous chemicals for wet chemical etching, and experience operating plasma-based dry etching (RIE, DRIE) and specialty vapor phase etching (vapor HF and XeF2) tools.
• Metrology & Inspection: Proficiency in inspecting wafers and measuring films using optical/electron microscopy, ellipsometry, stress measurement tools, profilometers, and electrical probing stations.

DESIRED SKILLS

• Strict adherence to cleanroom protocols and gowning procedures in Class 10 to 1000 environments.
• A basic understanding of MEMS structures, fabrication flows, handling fragile wafers, and semiconductor tools.
• Strong mechanical aptitude, analytical problem-solving skills, record keeping, and a high level of attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action

Columbus is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, marital status, age, national origin, veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. As a federal contractor, Columbus participates in the E-Verify Program to confirm eligibility to work in the United States.