Yield and Process Control Innovation Engineer

Samsung; Taylor (TX); On-site; USD 106,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

Samsung Austin Semiconductor is seeking a highly analytical Yield and PCI Engineer to monitor wafer manufacturing processes, drive yield enhancement, and investigate excursions. You will leverage SPC, defect data, and parametric testing to identify root causes and implement robust solutions with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities include real-time process monitoring, ET data analysis, building scalable data pipelines, and deploying ML-based anomaly detection to keep processes in control.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, Applied Physics, or related field.
• Understanding of semiconductor device physics and CMOS fabrication processes.
• Understanding of electrical parametric testing, defect inspection mechanisms.
• Strong writing and presentation skills to communicate technical data to diverse audiences.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, 24/7 cleanroom manufacturing environment.
• Capable of managing multiple investigations with cross-functional teams.
• Proactive and organized with excellent verbal and written communication for reporting to home teams and global stakeholders.
• Cross-functional leadership and communication.
• Exceptional analytical problem-solving skills with a proven track record of resolving complex process excursions.

Responsibilities

• Monitor wafer manufacturing processes and yield-related data daily.
• Develop SPC charts and control plans to ensure process stability.
• Analyze ET data and investigate process excursions.
• Design scalable data pipelines for ET data.
• Collaborate with Process and Equipment engineers on CAPA.
• Present yield/defectivity metrics to management and engineering teams.

Skills

SPC & data analysis

Statistical methods

Cross-functional leadership

Electrical test data

Process monitoring

Machine learning

Technical communication

Education

B.E./M.Sc. in Electrical Engineering or related field

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 Samsung Austin Semiconductor, we are Innovating Today to Power the Devices of Tomorrow.

Come innovate with us!

Position Summary

We are seeking a highly analytical and detail-oriented Yield and Process Control and Investigation(PCI) Engineer to join our semiconductor manufacturing team. In this role, you will be critical in monitoring wafer manufacturing processes, driving yield enhancement, and investigating process excursions. You will utilize advanced statistical process control (SPC), defect inspection data, and parametric testing results to identify root causes of yield limiters. Working closely with cross-functional teams-including Process, Equipment, and Integration engineering-you will implement robust solutions to ensure process stability, minimize defects, and maximize product yield.

Role and Responsibilities

Here’s What You’ll Be Responsible For:

• Process Monitoring: Monitor daily inline data, metrology, and defectivity trends to identify out-of-control (OOC) or out-of-spec (OOS) conditions across the fabrication line.
• Electrical Test (ET) Monitoring: Monitor, extract, and analyze ET data to ensure continuous process stability and line health.
• Data Pipeline Development & Automation: Design scalable data pipelines to extract, clean, and structure ET data and develop automation apps
• Automated Anomaly Detection: Develop and deploy Machine Learning models to autonomously scan electrical test dataset for subtle anomalies, process drift.
• Corrective Action Implementation: Collaborate with Process and Equipment engineers to develop, validate, and implement Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA) to resolve process variations.
• Statistical Process Control: Develop, maintain, and optimize SPC charts, control limits, and sampling plans to ensure sensitive process nodes remain tightly controlled.
• Reporting & Strategy: Summarize complex data into actionable reports and present yield/defectivity metrics to management and engineering teams to drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills and Qualifications

Here’s what you’ll need:

• B.E. M.Sc. in Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, Applied Physics, or related field.
• Understanding of semiconductor device physics and CMOS fabrication processes (Lithography, Etch, Thin Films, CMP, Diffusion, Implant).
• Understanding of electrical parametric testing, defect inspection mechanisms.
• Strong technical writing and presentation skills to effectively communicate technical data to diverse audiences. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, 24/7 cleanroom manufacturing environment.
• Capable of managing multiple high-priority investigations simultaneously while collaborating seamlessly with cross-functional teams.
• Proactive and organized with excellent verbal and written communication skills for reporting to "home teams" and global stakeholders.
• Cross-functional leadership and communication.
• Exceptional analytical problem-solving skills with a proven track record of resolving complex process excursions.

The current base salary range for this role is between $106,000 - $145,000. 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 Austin Semiconductor, 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 Samsung Austin Semiconductor are full-time on-site.

U.S. Export Control Compliance

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

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