Material Evaluation: Evaluating the performance of different slurries and polishing pads to optimize the CMP process.
Skills and Qualifications
Here's What You'll Need
Basic requirement
BS or MS in Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, Material Science, or Computer Science.
A minimum 5 years of related experience; Semiconductor Process Flows.
Previous experience in a high-volume semiconductor manufacturing environment desired. Applicable manufacturing experience in other industries can be considered.
Basic CMP Knowledge: 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 CMP tools: AMAT/EBara and their end point systems
Data & Statistics: Proficiency in Statistical Process Control (SPC), Fault Detection and Classification (FDC), and analysis software like JMP or Spotfire.
Problem Solving: Ability to drive root-cause analysis using methodologies like FMEA, 8D, and first-principles physics approaches.
Flexibility: As per business needs, sometimes it is required to work during off-hour times and/or with CWW shift schedule.
Preferred Qualifications
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.
DOE: Ability to run structured Design of Experiments for process optimization.
The current base salary range for this role is between $106,000 - $145,000. 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.
This position may include access to controlled information or technology under U.S. export control laws. Employment may be contingent on either the applicant verifying that the applicant falls under the “U.S. Person” definition (including U.S. citizens, U.S. lawful permanent residents, and those granted U.S. asylum or refugee status) or the employer timely obtaining any necessary export license under federal law. 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.
Total Rewards
At Samsung Austin Semiconductor, 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 Samsung Austin Semiconductor are full-time on-site.
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