Yield Optimization Lead — Wafer Fab

Renesas; Palm Bay (FL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

3 weeks vacation

13 paid holidays

401K with 6% matching

Tuition reimbursement

Profit sharing bonus

Job summary

Renesas Palm Bay is seeking a Senior Wafer Fab Yield Engineer to drive systematic yield improvement across semiconductor wafer fabrication. You will analyze data from inline metrology to defect inspection and lead corrective actions.

The role requires cross-functional collaboration with Process/Equipment Engineering and Failure Analysis to reduce variability and accelerate problem resolution. We value strong statistical skills, DOE design experience, and the ability to mentor engineers.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to perform statistical analysis and solve complex manufacturing problems using large datasets.
• Experience with statistical/data-analysis tools such as JMP or comparable platforms.
• Working knowledge of SPC, DOE, process capability, correlation/regression, hypothesis testing, and root-cause analysis.
• Ability to communicate complex technical conclusions clearly to engineering and manufacturing teams.
• Proven track record leading cross-functional technical problem-solving efforts.

Responsibilities

• Lead wafer-fab yield improvement initiatives by identifying dominant yield-loss mechanisms.
• Analyze wafer probe maps, electrical test/bin data, inline metrology, defect data, and lot genealogy.
• Perform statistical analyses and data mining to link process conditions to yield.
• Lead root-cause investigations into process excursions and yield degradation.
• Translate yield signatures into hypotheses and validate corrective actions with teams.
• Design structured experiments and DOEs to validate drivers and optimize windows.
• Use SPC and process capability to identify variation and improve control.
• Collaborate with Failure Analysis to develop analysis plans and actions.
• Develop reports communicating yield trends, excursions, and project status.
• Lead cross-functional technical reviews for significant yield excursions.
• Support new-product/technology ramps by identifying yield risks and baseline performance.
• Mentor engineers in statistical analysis, problem solving, and fab troubleshooting.
• Identify opportunities to improve yield-analysis methods and data infrastructure.

Skills

Statistical analysis

Cross-functional leadership

Structured problem solving

Root-cause analysis

Data-driven decision making

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Applied Physics, or related technical discipline

Tools

JMP

Job description

Renesas Palm Bay is seeking a Senior Wafer Fab Yield Engineer to drive systematic yield improvement across semiconductor wafer fabrication. You will analyze data from inline metrology to defect inspection and lead corrective actions.

The role requires cross-functional collaboration with Process/Equipment Engineering and Failure Analysis to reduce variability and accelerate problem resolution. We value strong statistical skills, DOE design experience, and the ability to mentor engineers.