Samsung Electronics
Senior CMP Process engineer
1530 FM 973 Taylor, TX, USA · Senior · Contract
Sponsorship not specified$106k-$145kDetected 8 days ago
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About the role
- A CMP (Chemical Mechanical Polishing) Process Engineer is responsible for the critical semiconductor manufacturing step of planarizing the wafer surface.
- This is achieved through a synergistic combination of chemical reactions and mechanical force, ensuring that subsequent layers of the chip can be built with high precision.
- The primary goal of a CMP engineer is to achieve a flat wafer surface by controlling the chemical reaction and mechanical force.
Nice to have
- Familiar with Metrology Tools: Experience with Ellipsometry, SEM, and AFM for thickness and roughness check.
- Experience on Defect Reduction: Experience identifying killer defects and improving wafer yield.
- Basic Idea of Fab Integration: Understanding of how CMP affects following steps (Etch/Photo) and overall yield.
- This position may include access to controlled information or technology under U.S. export control laws.
- The employer evaluates export licensing on a case-by-case basis and may decline to proceed with a job applicant in its sole discretion, as export license applications can take many weeks to process.
- Familiar with Metrology Tools:
- Experience with Ellipsometry, SEM, and AFM for thickness and roughness check.
Skills
- Here's What You'll Need:
- Understanding of dielectric and metal CMP fundamentals, including slurry-pad-conditioning interactions and post-clean steps.
- Prefer to have some level of Equipment Familiarities:
- Hands-on experience with major industry
- AMAT/EBara and their end point systems
- Proficiency in Statistical Process Control (SPC), Fault Detection and Classification (FDC), and analysis software like JMP or Spotfire.
- As per business needs, sometimes it is required to work during off-hour times and/or with CWW shift schedule.
- Skills and Qualifications
Compensation
- The current base salary range for this role is between $106,000 - $145,000.
Benefits
- We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Life insurance and 401(k) matching with immediate vesting
- Paid maternity and paternity leave
- Paid time off (PTO) + 2 personal holidays and 10 regular holidays
- Wellness incentives and MORE
- The base compensation for this role will depend on education, experience, skills, and location.
Company info
- At Samsung Austin Semiconductor, we are Innovating Today to Power the Devices of Tomorrow.
- At Samsung Austin Semiconductor, base pay is just one part of our total compensation package.
Visa & Work Authorization
- export control laws
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