Sr. Process Engineer, SAW R&D

Skyworks Solutions, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 87,000 - 183,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401(k) plan with company match

Employee stock purchase plan

Paid time off including vacation, sick

Job summary

Skyworks Solutions, Inc. in the United States is seeking a Sr. Process Engineer for SAW R&D to drive plasma etch development and meet next-generation SAW device goals.

You will own plasma etch development for SAW research and manufacturing, develop dielectric and metal etch recipes, analyze data, and collaborate with SAW integration engineers to enable high-volume production. Experience with SPC/DoE and data tools is valued.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, or equivalent.
• 3+ years of relevant experience or a PhD in Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Physics or equivalent.
• Experience with SPC and DoE.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Proficient in data analysis tools and scripting; SQL queries encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Ownership of Plasma Etch development for SAW research and manufacturing.
• Recipe development, defect identification and classification for dielectric and metal etch.
• Development of recipes and analysis of data for etching processes, including endpoint characterization and selectivity analysis.
• Design of metrology controls and implementation for new technologies to ensure performance and quality of product in high volume manufacturing environment.
• Collaboration with SAW integration engineers to meet project needs and implement innovative solutions to technical challenges.
• Technical problem solving individually and in a team environment.
• Plasma Etch implementation from development into high volume manufacturing executing project goals and managing risk through key milestone.
• Implementation of process monitoring, controls and metrics for high volume manufacturing processes.

Skills

SPC (Statistical Process Control)

DoE (Design of Experiments)

Analytical problem solving

Strong communication

Data analysis concepts

Scripting/Programming

Education

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, or Physics

Tools

MATLAB

Python

Spotfire

SQL

MS Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Job Title: Sr. Process Engineer, SAW R&D

If you are looking for a challenging and exciting career in the world of technology, then look no further. Skyworks is an innovator of high-performance analog semiconductors whose solutions are powering the wireless networking revolution.Through our broad technology expertise and one of the most extensive product portfolios in the industry, we are Connecting Everyone and Everything, All the Time.

At Skyworks, you will find a fast-paced environment with a strong focus on global collaboration, minimal layers of management, and the freedom to make meaningful contributions in a setting that encourages creative thinking. We are excited about the opportunity to work with you and glad you want to be part of a team of talented individuals who together are changing the way the world communicates.

Description

The Skyworks Process Development R&D team is looking for a process engineer specializing in RIE/plasma etch to support next generation SAW Acoustic Wave device development. The candidate will be responsible for both dielectric and metal etch process development to support enabling technologies for SAW product improvement.

Responsibilities

• Ownership of Plasma Etch development for SAW research and manufacturing
• Recipe development, defect identification and classification for dielectric and metal etch
• Development of recipes and analysis of data for etching processes, including endpoint characterization and selectivity analysis
• Design of metrology controls and implementation for new technologies to ensure performance and quality of product in high volume manufacturing environment
• Collaboration with SAW integration engineers to meet project needs and implement innovative solutions to technical challenges
• Technical problem solving individually and in a team environment
• Plasma Etch implementation from development into high volume manufacturing executing project goals and managing risk through key milestone
• Implementation of process monitoring, controls and metrics for high volume manufacturing processes

Required Experience and Skills

• Masters in Electrical Engineering, Material Science, Physics or equivalent
• 3+ years of relevant experience or a PhD in Electrical Engineering, Material Science, Physics or equivalent
• Experience with statistical process control (SPC) and design of experiments (DoE)
• Strong communication, presentation and collaboration skills
• Demonstrated problem-solving methods and experience
• Experience with data analysis tools and techniques such as Matlab, Python, Spotfire or similar software packages
• Scripting/programming experience preferred; SQL queries, data analysis scripting
• Must be proficient in MS Excel, PowerPoint and windows-based software

Desired Experience and Skills

• Direct experience with RIE / Plasma Etch highly desirable
• Experience in semiconductor research or manufacturing

The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is currently USD$86,600 -$182,500 per year. Starting base pay will depend on relevant experience and skills, training and education, business needs, market demands, the ultimate job duties and requirements, and work location. Skyworks has different base pay ranges for different work locations in the U.S. Benefits include access to healthcare benefits (including a premium-free medical plan option), a 401(k) plan and company match, an employee stock purchase plan, paid time off (including vacation, sick/wellness, parental leave), among others. Employees are eligible to participate in an incentive plan, and certain roles are also eligible for additional awards, including recognition and stock. These incentives and awards are based on individual and/or company performance.

Skyworks is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.Skyworks strives to create an accessible workplace; if you need an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at [e-mail].