Staff Metrology Engineer

Wolfspeed; Town of Marcy (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Wolfspeed in upstate New York is seeking a metrology engineer to drive yield improvements in a high-volume semiconductor fabrication environment. You will apply DOE, SPC, MSA, and Gage R&R, collaborating across design, process, and maintenance teams to optimize measurement systems and processes.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Physics and 5+ years of metrology experience. Proficiency with tools such as CD-SEM, ellipsometry, XRF, XRD, SIMS, AFM, and data analysis software

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Physics, or related STEM field.
• 5+ years of metrology engineering experience in a high-volume semiconductor FAB.
• Hands-on experience with specific metrology tools (see below).
• Proficiency with SPC software and statistical methods (DOE, Gage R&R, MSA).

Responsibilities

• Recommend and implement equipment and process modifications to improve production efficiencies, manufacturing techniques and production yields.
• Perform Measurement System Analysis (MSA), Gage R&R, and tool-to-tool matching on semiconductor measurement systems.
• Report and document process issues and equipment malfunctions; take corrective action with Process Engineers & Equipment Maintenance.
• Work with product design and development personnel to ensure processes and designs are compatible.
• Develop and conduct DOE and SPC analyses targeting root causes of yield loss and quality improvements.
• Assist in mentoring and training junior engineers and technicians.

Skills

Metrology engineering

Statistical methods

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Physics

Tools

CD-SEM

Ellipsometry

XRF

XRD

SIMS

AFM

Optical profilometry

Gage R&R

Job description

The Day-to-Day:

• Recommends and implements equipment and process modifications to improve production efficiencies, manufacturing techniques and production yields for existing products.
• Experience with Metrology tools such as CD-SEM, spectroscopic ellipsometry, XRF, XRD, SIMS, AFM, optical CD, capacitance-voltage (CV), hall measurements
• Routine data analysis and Statistical Process Chart (SPC) review to identify trends and shifts
• Establish relationships across various departments to drive cohesive learning and cross functional problem solving.
• Develops and conducts statistical analysis such as Design of Experiments (DOE) and Statistical Process Control (SPC) targeting physical cause of failure for yield loss and improving quality.
• Interacts with product design and development personnel to ensure that processes and designs are compatible.
• Perform Measurement System Analysis (MSA), Gage R&R, and tool to tool matching on a wide range of semiconductor measurement systems
• Report and document process issues and equipment malfunctions. Take corrective action and interact with Process Engineers & Equipment Maintenance to identify and resolve non-conformance process and equipment operations.
• Handle material dispositions and work to resolve any lot issues that may arise.
• Assist in creating new procedures and refining existing ones
• Work collaboratively to achieve quarterly set yield and cycle time goals.
• Work with and train junior engineers and process technicians

Minimum Requirements (Must Have):

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Physics, or related STEM field
• 5+ years of metrology engineering experience in a high-volume semiconductor FAB
• Hands-on experience with specific metrology tools (see below)
• Proficiency with SPC software and statistical methods (DOE, Gage R&R, MSA)

Preferred Qualifications (Nice to Have):

• Master's degree in a relevant STEM discipline
• Experience with SiC (silicon carbide) or other wide bandgap semiconductor processes
• Familiarity with specific metrology platforms (e.g., CD-SEM, ellipsometry, XRF, AFM, optical profilometry, overlay metrology)
• Proficiency in data analysis tools such as JMP, Minitab, Python, or R
• Prior experience mentoring or leading junior engineers

The posted salary range is what Wolfspeed reasonably expects to pay for this position. Actual pay for a hired applicant will be determined based on the individual’s job-relevant qualifications, experience, and other determinative factors. In the event it is determined that a different job level upon hire is warranted then that range will be communicated to the hired applicant as soon as reasonably practicable.

Compensation Range:

$33,280.00 - $0.00

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.