Senior Process Engineer

Yield Engineering Systems; Fremont (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonus

Job summary

Yield Engineering Systems in Fremont, California, seeks a Senior Process Engineer to develop, optimize, and troubleshoot semiconductor processes for customer requirements. You will lead process development, characterization, and optimization of new equipment and technologies.

Responsibilities include writing test protocols, performing DOE studies, and compiling data to establish process specifications. You will present findings to management, collaborate across teams, and mentor junior staff

Qualifications

• BS/MS/PhD in Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Physics, EE or related field with 8+ years of relevant experience.
• Experience with Statistical Process Control (SPC) and/or Design of Experiments (DOE).
• Experience leading process development, optimization, and troubleshooting projects in a semiconductor or related manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Apply principles of engineering, thermal or fluid sciences to develop, optimize, and troubleshoot semiconductor processes as per customer requirements.
• Lead process development, characterization, and optimization activities for new equipment, applications, and process technologies.
• Write test protocols, perform tests to fully characterize new equipment or processes utilizing DOE methodology or other statistically sound methods, then write completion reports.
• Collaborate internally to plan, collect data, analyze results, and lead customer demonstrations for existing and emerging process applications.
• Compile and analyze test data to establish process specifications, operating limits, and recommendations for future process development.

Skills

Statistical thinking

DOE experience

Process development leadership

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Customer interaction

Mentoring

Education

BS/MS/PhD in Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Physics, or related

Tools

JMP

Minitab

MATLAB

Python

Job description

YES (Yield Engineering Systems, Inc.) is a leading manufacturer of reliable, high-tech, cost-effective capital equipment that transforms materials and surfaces at the nanoscale. From startups to the Fortune 50, our customers rely on YES to help them unleash products that change lives – from cellphones and IoT devices, to AI and virtual reality, to diagnostic tests for COVID.

As a preferred provider of wet and dry process technology, we look forward to talking with smart, energetic, team-oriented people who can grow with us. We provide competitive salary and benefits, including employee stock ownership, and some of the best co-workers you’ll find anywhere. If this appeals to you, please read on!

Job Title: Senior Process Engineer

Location: Fremont, Ca

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Apply principles of engineering, thermal or fluid sciences, mathematics, or statistics to develop, optimize, and troubleshoot semiconductor processes as per customer requirements.
• Lead process development, characterization, and optimization activities for new equipment, applications, and process technologies.
• Write test protocols, perform tests to fully characterize new equipment or processes utilizing DOE methodology or other statistically sound methods, then write completion reports.
• Collaborate internally to plan, collect data, analyze results, and lead customer demonstrations for existing and emerging process applications.
• Compile and analyze test data to establish process specifications, operating limits, and recommendations for future process development.
• Identify, analyze, and provide solutions and alternate approaches to complex technical problems using independent creativity, engineering judgment, and industry best practices.
• Communicate technical findings, recommendations, and project updates to upper management, customers, and cross-functional teams.
• Partner cross-functionally and with customers to understand technology roadmaps, process flow, inflection points, requirements, and business challenges.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on process capability, productivity, reliability, and customer satisfaction.
• Serve as a technical subject matter expert supporting Engineering, Product Development, Manufacturing, and Field Service teams.
• Train, develop, mentor, and/or provide work direction to operators, technicians, junior-level engineers, and other team members.

Qualifications:

• BS, MS degree or PhD in Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Physics, EE, or related field with 8+ years of relevant industry experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• In-depth understanding of Statistical Process Control (SPC) and/or Design of Experiments (DOE).
• Experience with statistical tools (JMP, Minitab, MATLAB, Python, etc.).
• Demonstrated experience leading process development, optimization, and troubleshooting projects in a semiconductor or related manufacturing environment.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to independently develop innovative solutions to complex technical challenges.
• Familiarity with working in a laboratory and on semiconductor equipment with experience in surface preparation, analytical techniques, and material characterization.
• Ability to function well in a diverse, team-focused, fast-paced environment with changing requirements..
• Experience working directly with customers to support process development and application requirements.
• Experience mentoring and providing technical guidance to junior engineers and technicians.
• Experience in Plasma and/or Vacuum systems strongly preferred.

Travel Requirements:

• Position requires 10 - 15% local and international travel

Compensation

• YES also offers a performance-based annual bonus and a competitive benefits package, which includes a 401(k) match, medical, dental, vision and life insurance, in addition to flexible PTO.

Additional Information

• Background check and pre-employment drug screen required.
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
• YES is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.
• YES prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.