Yield Development Engineer

Intel Corporation; Chandler (AZ); On-site; USD 115,000 - 163,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock bonuses

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Vacation

Job summary

Intel Corporation in Chandler, AZ, is seeking a Yield Development Engineer to identify root causes, perform failure analysis, and develop methods to improve process development for yield and reliability milestones. You will use advanced analytical tools to reduce defects and optimize yield.

The role collaborates across design, test, and process development to enable new product introductions and co-optimization, with responsibilities spanning data analysis, fault isolation, and tool support for

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Chemistry, Solid-State Physics, or related field, with 3+ years of relevant experience or Master’s with 2+ years of relevant experience.
• Experience in statistical data analysis tools (e.g., JMP, Python) and coding techniques.
• Experience with semiconductor process development and defect-mode analysis.
• Hands-on expertise with fault isolation and failure analysis tools (e.g., IRLC, CSAM, SEM, TDR testing, curve tracing).

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement methodologies for defect-mode understanding and yield and reliability modeling.
• Analyze manufacturing and experimental data to identify anomalies and drive process changes.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to debug yield limiters in design, test, and process development.
• Develop analytical tools and techniques, algorithms, and systems for failure analysis and defect detection.
• Maintain critical analytical tools operating and support specific tasks and services related to those tools and techniques.
• Conduct fault isolation and failure analysis using electrical, optical, and simulation tools.
• Ensure manufacturability through analysis of process and product design intersections.
• Support new product introductions and design-technology co-optimization initiatives.

Skills

Statistical analysis

Python

JMP

Defect-mode analysis

Fault isolation

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Master's degree in a related field

Tools

IRLC

CSAM

SEM

TDR testing

Curve tracing

Job description

Job Details:

Job Description:

Join Intel’s dynamic Yield Development Engineering team, where you will play a pivotal role in advancing semiconductor technology. As a Yield Development Engineer, you will identify root cause yield and reliability limiters, perform failure analysis, and develop methodologies to enhance process development to achieve yield and reliability milestones. You will work on cutting-edge analytical technologies, driving impactful changes in defect reduction, yield and reliability improvement, and process optimization. Your contributions will directly influence Intel’s ability to deliver high-performance products to the market.

Business group:

Intel Foundry is at the forefront of semiconductor innovation, delivering world-class manufacturing technologies to meet the demands of tomorrow’s computing solutions. As part of this organization, you will collaborate across functions to ensure continuous improvement in quality, yield, and reliability, supporting Intel’s vision of enabling global progress through technology.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement methodologies for defect-mode understanding and yield and reliability modeling.
• Analyze manufacturing and experimental data to identify anomalies and drive process changes.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to debug yield limiters in design, test, and process development.
• Develop analytical tools and techniques, algorithms, and systems for failure analysis and defect detection.
• Maintain critical analytical tools operating and support specific tasks and services related to those tools and techniques.
• Conduct fault isolation and failure analysis using electrical, optical, and simulation tools.
• Ensure manufacturability through analysis of process and product design intersections.
• Support new product introductions and design-technology co-optimization initiatives.

Behavioral traits

• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and troubleshooting abilities.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively in a cross-functional team.

Qualifications:

You must possess the below minimum qualifications to be initially considered for this position. Preferred qualifications are in addition to the minimum qualifications and are considered a plus factor in identifying top candidates. This position is not eligible for Intel immigration sponsorship

Experience listed below would be obtained through schoolwork and/or classes and/or project work and/or internships and/or military training and/or work experience.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Chemistry, Solid-State Physics, or related field, with 3+ years of relevant experience OR Master’s degree in a related field, with 2+ years of relevant experience.
• Experience mentioned above should be a combination of the following areas:
  • Proficiency in statistical data analysis tools, such as JMP or Python, and coding techniques.
  • Experience with semiconductor process development and defect-mode analysis.
  • Fundamental understanding and hands-on expertise with fault isolation and failure analysis tools (e.g., IRLC, CSAM, SEM, TDR testing, curve tracing).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with advanced imaging techniques (e.g., IRLC, 2D and 3D X-rays, Acoustic Imaging, SEM).
• Experience with electrical fault isolation methods (e.g., EOTPR, TDR, ELITE).
• Experience with sample prep methods and tools (e.g., Laser Milling, Ion Milling, Mechanical Polishing).

Be part of a team where innovation drives excellence and your contributions fuel technological breakthroughs. Take the next step in your career by joining Intel, where your expertise will make a tangible impact on the future of computing.

Job Type:

Experienced Hire

Shift:

Shift 1 (United States of America)

Primary Location:

US, Arizona, Phoenix

Posting Statement:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance.

Position of Trust

N/A

Benefits

We offer a total compensation package that ranks among the best in the industry. It consists of competitive pay, stock bonuses, and benefit programs which include health, retirement, and vacation. Find out more about the benefits of working at Intel.

Annual Salary Range for jobs which could be performed in the US: $115,110.00-162,500.00 USD

The range displayed on this job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific compensation range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

Work Model for this Role

This role will require an on-site presence. Job posting details (such as work model, location or time type) are subject to change.

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