Metal Process Engineer

Process Engineer

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Position Summary

Seeking a process engineer interested in working alongside a talented team of professionals with a key focus on establishing and maintaining world class process/equipment and implementing yield enhancement as a competitive advantage along with ability to identify complex problems and implementing solutions.

Role and Responsibilities

• Monitors the wafer fabrication process by responding to in-line issues and dispositions of production wafers
• Qualifies wafer fabrication processes on new tools
• Coordinates the scheduling of process qualifications and equipment down time with manufacturing or equipment engineering
• Uses software to analyze data, identify trends to make decisions about processing product
• Makes adjustments when process parameters are exceeded and monitors process parameters when tools return from maintenance
• Executes in line changes (CPM) to the process or equipment
• Communicates technical information within the department through presentations
• Completes other duties as assigned
• Continuously revises Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Develops improved processes to increase capability

Skills and Qualifications

Education, Training, Certification(s) and Minimum # Years Required:

• BS or MS in Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, Material Science, or Computer Science
• Cumulative GPA Minimum: 3.0
• Eligible to work in the US without sponsorship
• Willing to relocate to Austin, Texas

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Software, and Tools: List MOST important requirements first. Then, list soft skills and desired (but not required), experience:

• Scripting in Python, VBA, or equivalent language
• Understanding of statistical methods
• Change Point Management
• Presentation and Technical Writing
• Understanding of Lean, TPS, or 5S principles
• Structure Problem Solving (8D, 7-step, etc..)
• Software Data Analysis software (Spotfire, JMP, Matlab, etc.)
• Troubleshooting Equipment or Process failures
• High Initiative
• Wear clean room suit and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) per the SAS FAB protocol
• Must be able to lift < 35 lbs
• Work in tight fitting, FAB environment
• Sits at a computer terminal, uses a computer for extended periods of time
• Vision – May be exposed to yellow lights, blinking lights
• Able to discern audible alarms
• Potential to work with materials which contain hazardous chemicals
• Support and/or work shift duties in a 24x7 manufacturing environment

The current base salary range for this role is between $70,480- $179,090. 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.

At Samsung SAS, 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 SAS are full-time on-site.

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

By submitting an application, you agree not to disclose to Samsung—or encourage Samsung to use—any confidential or proprietary information (including trade secrets) belonging to a current or former employer or other entity.