Wet Clean Process Development Engineer

Samsung Electronics America; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 109,000 - 213,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance and 401(k) matching

Onsite facilities and gym

Job summary

Samsung Austin Semiconductor is seeking a Wet Clean Process Development Engineer to support critical process development and manufacturing qualification for high-volume semiconductor production. You will lead engineering efforts on cleans and wet-etch processes, drive process uniformity and defect improvements, and optimize processes for scalable production.

This role requires deep experience in Cleans/Wet Etch, strong data analysis, and the ability to communicate complex concepts clearly to

Qualifications

• Requires 10+ years of engineering experience in semiconductor manufacturing or process development with emphasis on cleans and wet etch processes.
• Extensive knowledge of process fundamentals and volume manufacturing challenges.
• Strong data analysis skills and ability to convey complex concepts clearly to non-experts.

Responsibilities

• Engineering solutions for cleans and wet‑etch processes under production development and qualification.
• Process uniformity improvements.
• Defect improvements.
• Process optimization for manufacturing.
• Process margin evaluation.

Skills

Wet etch processes

Data analysis

Process optimization

Communication skills

DNS SU3XXX model experience

Continuous improvement

Job description

About Samsung Austin Semiconductor

Samsung is a world leader in advanced semiconductor technology, founded on the belief that the pursuit of excellence creates a better world. At SAS, we are Innovating Today to Power the Devices of Tomorrow. Come innovate with us!

Position Summary

The Fab Engineering New Technology team at Samsung Austin Semiconductor comprises engineers from various Fab engineering unit parts that support NTI strategic initiatives for the company. In this role, Engineers complement our Process Integration engineering team to develop, strengthen, and ultimately qualify processes that provide solutions for our customer's critical needs. In your role, you'll be responsible for production qualification of new processes including idea proposal, experimental execution, data analysis. Our team ensures new processes can meet high quality and robust manufacturability needed to support high volume Semiconductor Foundry manufacturing.

Role and Responsibilities

The Wet Clean Process Development Engineer is engaged in supporting critical process development, process engineering in order to make new legacy technologies viable for high volume manufacturing.

• Engineering solutions for cleans and wet‑etch processes under production development and qualification.
• Process uniformity improvements.
• Defect improvements.
• Process optimization for manufacturing.
• Process margin evaluation.

Skills and Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of Engineering experience in Semiconductor manufacturing or process development with an emphasis on Cleans and Wet Etch processes.
• Extensive knowledge of process fundamentals and volume manufacturing challenges are a must.
• Track record of continuous improvement in Cleans/Wets engineering processes.
• Prior experience with DNS SU3XXX model is strongly desired.
• Strong Data analysis skills are essential.
• Must be capable in conveying complex engineering concepts clearly to non-expert audiences.

The current base salary range for this role is between $109,050 - $212,650. Individual base pay rates will depend on factors including duties, work location, education, skills, qualifications and experience. Total compensation for this position will include a competitive benefits package and may include participation in company incentive compensation programs, which are based on factors to include organizational and individual performance.

Total Rewards

At Samsung SAS, base pay is just one part of our total compensation package.

The base compensation for this role will depend on education, experience, skills, and location.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance and 401(k) matching with immediate vesting
• Onsite café(s) and workout facilities
• Paid maternity and paternity leave
• Paid time off (PTO) + 2 personal holidays and 10 regular holidays
• Wellness incentives and MORE
• Eligible full-time employees (salaried or hourly) may also receive MBO bonuses based on company, division, and individual performance.

All positions at SAS are full-time on-site.

U.S. Export Control Compliance

This role requires access to information subject to U.S. export control laws. Applicants must be authorized to access such information or eligible for government authorization.

Trade Secrets Notice

By submitting an application, you agree not to disclose to Samsung—or encourage Samsung to use—any confidential or proprietary information (including trade secrets) belonging to a current or former employer or other entity.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Samsung Electronics America, Inc. and its subsidiaries are committed to employing a diverse workforce, and provide Equal Employment Opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Company Overview

Samsung Electronics is a global leader in technology, opening new possibilities for people everywhere. Through relentless innovation and discovery, we are transforming the worlds of TVs, smartphones, wearable devices, tablets, digital appliances, and network systems, and the entire semiconductor industry with our memory, system LSI, foundry, and LED solutions. Samsung is also leading in the development of the Internet of Things through, among others, our Smart Home and Digital Health initiatives. Since being established in 1969, Samsung Electronics has grown into one of the world’s leading technology companies, and become recognized as one of the top global brands. Samsung takes great pride in the creativity and diversity of its talented people, who drive our growth.