Senior Thin Films & CMP Engineering Lead

SkyWater Technology

Austin (TX)

On-site

USD 140,000 - 190,000

Full time

10 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

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Comprehensive benefits package

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Job summary

SkyWater Technology in Austin, TX seeks a Thin Films and CMP Engineering Manager to lead 24/7 fab operations in a 200 mm facility. The role drives stability, cost reduction, tool productivity, and yield across mature nodes, balancing technical depth with strong operational leadership for NPD and reliable throughput.

The ideal candidate brings 8+ years in semiconductor manufacturing, 3+ years of leadership, and expertise in Thin Films/CMP, metrology, and control.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, or related field; advanced degree is a plus.
8+ years of semiconductor manufacturing experience, preferably in 150 mm/200 mm fabs.
3+ years of leadership or supervisory experience in a production environment with a proven track record of performance management.
Strong background in Thin Films and CMP for mature technology nodes.
Experience with SPC, DOE, FMEA, and yield improvement methodologies.
Proven ability to lead teams and drive accountability in a high-volume manufacturing environment.
Strong focus on operational excellence, tool utilization, and cycle time reduction.
Ability to prioritize and manage competing production demands while maintaining a results-oriented focus.

Responsibilities

Lead, develop, and hold accountable a team of Thin Films/CMP engineers supporting 24/7 fab operations and development.
Support New Product Development (NPD) by partnering with design and integration teams to develop and stabilize new lithography layers and processes.
Own and drive results for lithography processes on mature nodes, ensuring high uptime, repeatability, and yield performance against strict production KPIs.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on defect density reduction, overlay control, and CD uniformity.
Utilize structured problem-solving to contain and address process issues, ensuring timely resolution and sustained results.
Oversee process control systems, including SPC, FDC, and other control strategies.
Maintain and improve process documentation, recipes, and control plans.
Support technology transfers, customer qualifications, and process improvements, taking ownership of project timelines and deliverables.