Samsung Electronics
Yield and Process Control Innovation Engineer
1530 FM 973 Taylor, TX, USA · Full-time
Sponsorship not specified$106k-$145kDetected 10 hours ago
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About the role
- 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.
Responsibilities
- 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.
- Data Pipeline Development & Automation: Design scalable data pipelines to extract, clean, and structure ET data and develop automation apps
- 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.
Requirements
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, 24/7 cleanroom manufacturing environment.
- Applicants must be authorized to access such information or eligible for government authorization.
Skills
- 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.
- 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.
- 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
Compensation
- The current base salary range for this role is between $106,000 - $145,000.
- 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.
Benefits
- We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- 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.
- 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.
- At Samsung Austin Semiconductor, base pay is just one part of our total compensation package.
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