Senior Metrology Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 160,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in semiconductor technology is looking for a Senior Metrology Engineer to enhance their manufacturing processes. This hands-on position involves ensuring operation reliability and developing measurement recipes while collaborating with engineering teams. Candidates should have significant experience in semiconductor metrology and strong problem-solving skills.

Benefits

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)

Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)

Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)

Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)

Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)

Free Food & Snacks

Stock Option Plan

Qualifications

• 5+ years in semiconductor metrology or related discipline.
• Hands-on experience with metrology platforms.
• Knowledge of quality management standards ISO 9001.

Responsibilities

• Own operation and maintenance of metrology equipment.
• Analyze metrology data for process improvements.
• Train operators on tool use and maintenance.

Skills

Recipe Development

Troubleshooting

Statistical Analysis

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Physics, Materials Science

Tools

Laser Defect Inspection

Optical Surface Metrology

AFM

White Light Interferometry

Job description

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The Company

Halo Industries has invented a revolutionary technology to replace a decades-old semiconductor material slicing process. Our laser-based technology eliminates waste, improves material cost and performance, and drives advancements in high-growth markets like automotive, telecommunications, and power electronics. Founded in 2014 at Stanford University, Halo secured significant funding in 2024 and is poised for rapid growth, engaging strategic customers and preparing for volume manufacturing.

The Opportunity

As a Senior Metrology Engineer at Halo Industries, you will play a key role in enabling and sustaining our advanced semiconductor manufacturing processes. You will be responsible for the day-to-day operation, maintenance, and optimization of metrology equipment, as well as developing and refining measurement recipes to meet evolving process and customer needs. This is a hands-on engineering role with a focus on tool ownership, recipe development, and ensuring metrology reliability and performance in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. You will work closely with engineering, operations, and equipment teams to maintain high tool uptime, support process development, and ensure that our metrology capabilities are aligned with production and customer requirements.

Responsibilities

● Own the day-to-day operation, reliability, and maintenance of a suite of semiconductor metrology equipment

● Perform troubleshooting and root-cause analysis of equipment or measurement issues

● Develop and optimize measurement recipes for internal process control and customer deliverables

● Support installation and qualification of new metrology tools

● Perform routine calibrations and monitor tool health through statistical process control (SPC) and Gage R&R

● Coordinate vendor interactions for preventative maintenance, tool upgrades, and issue resolution

● Analyze metrology data to identify trends, monitor stability, and support process improvements

● Create and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) and work instructions for tool usage

● Train operators and technicians on metrology tool use and basic maintenance

● Work with process and integration engineers to ensure measurement capability meets project needs

● Assist in evaluating new metrology tools and technologies for potential adoption

Requirements

Basic Qualifications

● Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Physics, Materials Science, or a related field

● 5+ years of experience in semiconductor metrology or a related discipline

● Hands-on experience with one or more metrology platforms such as laser defect inspection, optical surface metrology, XRD, AFM, and white light interferometry

● Proficient in recipe development, calibration, and troubleshooting of metrology equipment

Qualifications

● Working knowledge of SPC tools and statistical analysis methods; experience with JMP or similar software

● Familiarity with Gage R&R and DOE methodology

● Experience working in a production or pilot line environment

● Knowledge of ISO 9001, IATF 16949, or similar quality management standards

● Excellent communication, presentation, and collaboration skills

● Attention to detail and commitment to quality and reliability

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
• Free Food & Snacks
• Stock Option Plan
• Short Term & Long Term
• Base salary $160,000 - $180,000

Additional Information

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all team members feel valued and supported. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds, including those from underrepresented communities in STEM. If you meet most of the qualifications and are excited about this opportunity, we encourage you to apply.