Semiconductor Process Technician

The Planet Group; Hillsboro (OR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The Planet Group is seeking a hands-on Process Technician to support Process Engineering in a semiconductor manufacturing environment. You will perform technical testing, metrology operations, equipment troubleshooting, process experiments, and documentation while collaborating with cross-functional engineering teams.

Key responsibilities include operating metrology and deposition tools, preparing documentation, and assisting with process qualification and optimization.

Qualifications

• Hands-on technical aptitude with mechanical troubleshooting.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently and take initiative in a technical manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Access, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Perform tests and experiments supporting Process Engineering.
• Operate metrology and process equipment.
• Prepare records, charts, graphs and other documentation of results.
• Adjust hardware and software parameters to troubleshoot issues.
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams on process and equipment issues.
• Perform preventive and unscheduled maintenance on equipment.
• Support process equipment qualification and optimization activities.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Problem-solving

Analytical thinking

Independent work

Communication skills

Tools

Outlook

Access

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

We are seeking a hands-on Process Technician to support Process Engineering activities in a semiconductor manufacturing environment. This role will perform technical testing, metrology operations, equipment troubleshooting, process experiments, and documentation while working closely with cross-functional engineering teams.

Responsibilities

• Perform technical tests and experiments supporting Process Engineering, including setup and operation of metrology and related tools.
• Operate metrology and process equipment, including TEM, Dual Beam (SEM/FIB), light microscopes, sputtering/deposition tools, and other supporting equipment.
• Prepare records, charts, graphs, diagrams, and other documentation of test and experiment results.
• Adjust hardware and software parameters to troubleshoot issues and execute process experiments.
• Work closely with cross-functional engineering teams to troubleshoot process and equipment issues.
• Perform minor electrical and mechanical troubleshooting on process equipment.
• Perform preventive and unscheduled maintenance on process equipment.
• Modify software parameters for different experiments and process requirements.
• Assist with process-related diagrams, graphs, procedures, and training materials.
• Support process equipment qualification and process optimization activities.
• Follow applicable industry safety procedures and properly use required personal protective equipment.

Qualifications

Required

• Strong hands-on and technical aptitude with mechanical troubleshooting capabilities.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently and take initiative in a technical manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Access, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to work onsite on the night shift.
• Ability to sit for extended periods, demonstrate manual dexterity, and lift/carry objects weighing up to 35 lbs.
• Ability to work safely while using required PPE and following industry safety procedures.

Preferred

• 3-4 years of semiconductor processing experience, particularly in thin-film deposition or etch within a high-volume manufacturing environment.
• Experience operating semiconductor metrology and process equipment.
• Knowledge of EDS, EELS, PEELS, and STEM.
• Experience with process equipment qualification, process optimization, or semiconductor process experimentation.
• Willingness to occasionally travel to a training facility or customer location.

Key Skills

Semiconductor Processing | Process Engineering | Metrology | TEM | SEM/FIB | Dual Beam | STEM | Thin-film Deposition | Etch | Sputtering | Equipment Troubleshooting | Preventive Maintenance | Process Optimization | Process Experiments | Technical Documentation | Microsoft Office | Mechanical Aptitude