Test Engineer

Tower Semiconductor; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Tower Semiconductor in San Antonio, Texas is seeking a qualified candidate to develop and sustain end-of-line electrical and optical testing for advanced analog devices. This role involves collaborating with engineering and operations teams on technical issues and project coordination.

The ideal candidate holds a BS in Electrical or Chemical Engineering and has experience with optical characterization and process integration. Strong analytical skills and effective communication are essential for driving continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Candidates with process and/or device experience and optical characterization experience highly preferred.
• Ability to communicate and present technical concepts and analysis effectively.
• Knowledge and experience in Process Integration, Device Physics, Thin Films, Etch, CMP, Photolithography, Diffusion, CMP, Implant, E-Test.

Responsibilities

• Analyze optical characterization, electrical test and yield data, write test procedures and documentation.
• Utilize advanced analytical tools and techniques to solve wafer fabrication problems.
• Lead or participate in efforts to manage process crises and document corrective actions.

Skills

Analytical skills

Electrical test and yield data analysis

Optical characterization

Process Integration

Technical communication

Education

BS in Electrical or Chemical Engineering, Physics or Materials Science

Tools

SPC

DOE

8D

FMEA

Job description

About Tower Semiconductor

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

Tower Semiconductor, the leading foundry of high-value analog semiconductor solutions, provides technology, development, and process platforms for analog integrated circuits to more than 300 customers worldwide across growing markets such as communications, mobile, infrastructure, consumer, industrial, automotive, medical, and aerospace and defense, among others.

Join Tower and become part of a dynamic organization with exceptionally talented and dedicated team members who work collaboratively to provide best-in-class technological solutions to our clients.

Job Description

In this role, you will be responsible for developing, improving, and sustaining end-of-line electrical and optical testing of advanced analog devices. You will support new technology transfers while coordinating the introduction, qualification, and volume ramp of new products for foundry customers. Collaboration is central to this position. You will interact and work closely with Process Engineering, Equipment Engineering, Operations, and R&D groups on inter-departmental and cross-functional initiatives. Additionally, you will engage with customers to resolve technical issues and deliver comprehensive project summaries and updates. You will also coordinate with failure analysis efforts, analyze electrical test and yield data, and provide actionable feedback to engineers and managers to drive continuous improvement in manufacturing processes.

This Job Is For You If

• You can analyze optical characterization, electrical test and yield data, disposition problem wafers and lots, and write test procedures, specifications, documentation, and test programs.
• You can utilize advanced analytical tools and techniques and participate in teams to solve wafer fabrication problems.
• You can write process capability reports for process engineering and customer review.
• You can lead or participate in intra- or inter-departmental efforts to manage process crises: containing damage, investigating and identifying root causes, and implementing corrective and preventive actions.
• You can participate in inter-departmental projects toward technology development and yield enhancement.
• You can help drive continuous improvement projects to improve D0's, reduce scrap, and enhance device performance.

Job Requirements

• BS in Electrical or Chemical Engineering, Physics or Materials Science.
• Candidates with process and/or device experience and optical characterization experience highly preferred.
• Ability to communicate and present technical concepts and analysis in an effective manner.
• Knowledge and experience in one or more of the following areas: Process Integration, Device Physics, Thin Films, Etch, CMP, Photolithography, Diffusion, CMP, Implant, E-Test.
• Experience with SPC and DOE is required, 8D, FMEA, and structured problem solving is preferred.

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