Sr. Process Engineer, Photolithography

Tower Semiconductor; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Tower Semiconductor is seeking a Process Engineer in San Antonio, TX to support operations and process improvements in semiconductor manufacturing. Ideal candidates are innovative Ph.D. graduates or experienced MS holders.

The role involves enhancing processes, monitoring metrics, troubleshooting challenges, and implementing solutions. Strong analytical and communication skills are essential. Join our dynamic team to drive advancements in semiconductor technology.

Qualifications

• Recent Ph.D. graduate or MS with 5+ years of hands-on semiconductor experience.
• Coursework in semiconductor processing technology, device physics, and statistics.
• Strong problem solving, data analysis skills, and self-motivation.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of assigned processes and drive improvements.
• Work with engineers to enhance process metrics and success rates.
• Monitor fab metrics with statistical process control.

Skills

Technical and analytical capabilities

Problem solving

Data analysis

Communication skills

Education

Ph.D. in Physics, Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry or Materials Science

MS Degree with minimum 5 years of semiconductor experience

Job description

About Tower Semiconductor

Looking for a career path in the high tech manufacturing industry? Become part of a team focused on delivering the most exciting semiconductor technology to the world! If you enjoy working with others in a fast pace environment and are looking for an opportunity to grow your career in the high tech industry then Tower Semiconductor is the place to be!

Tower Semiconductor is a global specialty foundry leader! We specialize in manufacturing analog integrated circuits for more than 300 customers worldwide in growing markets such as automotive, medical, industrial, consumer and aerospace and defense, among others.

Job Description

Tower Semiconductor is seeking a Process Engineer within the Photo department to support sustaining operations, process improvements, process transfers, and development activities in our high-volume manufacturing facility located in San Antonio, TX. Our San Antonio fab is a dynamic and growing manufacturing site dedicated to delivering specialty electronic devices for a diverse range of applications, distinguished by exceptional quality, competitive cost structures, and superior cycle times.

The ideal candidate will be self‑motivated with strong technical and analytical capabilities, coupled with a practical, hands‑on approach to solving complex engineering challenges.

This Job Is For You If

• Take ownership of assigned processes and establish direction for improvements, sustaining, and overall operations
• Work closely with process and integration engineers to improve process metrics (SPC, yield, parametrics, defects) and achieve first‑pass success of technology transfers
• Take ownership of selection and qualification of semiconductor processing tools
• Monitor fab metrics with statistical process control (SPC)
• Provide root cause investigation of discrepant material and implement yield and defect improvement projects
• Write operating specifications and provide technical training to wafer fab personnel
• Work with equipment engineering to improve uptime and tool utilization
• Troubleshoot process and tool excursions
• Identify cost savings opportunities and drive projects to reduce overall costs
• Implement advanced process control to improve Cpk at critical levels
• Ensure matching of newly installed equipment to support production ramp
• Develop new semiconductor manufacturing processes using design of experiments (DOE)

Job Requirements

• Recent Ph.D. graduate, preferably in Physics, Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry or Materials Science preferred
• MS Degree with minimum 5 years of hands on semiconductor experience
• Highly desirable coursework includes semiconductor processing technology, device physics, and statistics
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Candidate must be able to communicate with audiences at any technical level; must be a self‑starter, dependable and highly motivated
• Ability to work and communicate with equipment engineering to improve the area
• Strong problem solving and data analysis skills