Wafer Fab Integration Technician for PIC Yields

NOKIA; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Nokia's Photonic Integrated Circuit (PIC) wafer fabs in Sunnyvale and San Jose focus on the production and R&D of Indium Phosphide (InP) semiconductor devices. As a Wafer Fab Integration Engineering Technician, you will support wafer fabrication processes, improve product quality, and reduce defects.

This position offers the opportunity to work closely with cross-functional engineering teams to troubleshoot complex process issues, enhance yield and reliability, and contribute to the ramp-up

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Science, Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in a modern semiconductor fabrication environment (5+ years preferred).
• Strong attention to detail with a high commitment to quality.
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills and ability to follow through on tasks.
• Self-motivated, with a willingness to learn and expand technical skills.
• Strong sense of ownership and accountability.
• Effective team player with strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize work, and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in using computer systems and software tools for data analysis and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Investigate root causes for production lots on hold and drive corrective actions.
• Troubleshoot performance issues and yield excursions within wafer fabrication.
• Support engineering tool qualifications and process validations.
• Assist engineers with failure analysis, including visual inspections, CD-SEM, electrical IV testing, and profilometry.
• Utilize MES to collect data, perform basic analysis, and generate reports.
• Monitor SPC charts and respond to out-of-control conditions.
• Coordinate qualification and development lots across fabrication, assembly, and test.
• Ensure compliance with PIC product quality systems and standards.
• Support next-generation PIC platform development and technology transfer.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve process integration and device performance.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Attention to detail

Data analysis

Ownership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Science/Engineering

Tools

MES

Job description

Nokia's Photonic Integrated Circuit (PIC) wafer fabs in Sunnyvale and San Jose focus on the production and R&D of Indium Phosphide (InP) semiconductor devices. As a Wafer Fab Integration Engineering Technician, you will support wafer fabrication processes, improve product quality, and reduce defects.

This position offers the opportunity to work closely with cross-functional engineering teams to troubleshoot complex process issues, enhance yield and reliability, and contribute to the ramp-up