Senior PVD Engineer: Fab Process & Tool Optimization

NXP Semiconductors; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

NXP Semiconductors in Austin, TX seeks a Senior Level PVD Engineering Technician to drive process and tool performance, expand capacity on new and existing toolsets, and support defectivity and scrap reduction initiatives.

The role emphasizes data-driven problem solving, Six-Sigma SPC, and strong cross-functional collaboration to deliver reliable, cost-effective semiconductor manufacturing capabilities.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in semiconductor fabrication as PVD engineering technician or engineer.
• Proficiency with AMAT 5X00 Endura and RTP toolsets.
• Ability to generate, analyze, and interpret data.
• Demonstrated presentation skills.
• Ability to deal with multiple issues and shifting priorities.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Interact professionally with multiple disciplines and prioritize issues.

Responsibilities

• Identify and reduce variation in process and tool performance.
• Increase production capacity on new and existing toolsets.
• Support defectivity and scrap reduction efforts.
• Define Out of Control Action Plans.
• Improve tool reliability and availability.
• Implement Six-Sigma statistical process control methods.
• Participate in and/or lead cross-functional and lean activity teams.

Skills

Data analysis

Presentation skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Prioritization

Communication skills

Tools

AMAT 5X00 Endura

RTP toolsets

Job description

NXP Semiconductors in Austin, TX seeks a Senior Level PVD Engineering Technician to drive process and tool performance, expand capacity on new and existing toolsets, and support defectivity and scrap reduction initiatives.

The role emphasizes data-driven problem solving, Six-Sigma SPC, and strong cross-functional collaboration to deliver reliable, cost-effective semiconductor manufacturing capabilities.