Senior Process Engineer, CMP

OUR STORY

At STMicroelectronics, we believe in the power of technology to drive innovation and make a positive impact on people, businesses, and society. As a global semiconductor company, our advanced technologies and chips form the hidden foundation of the world we live in today.

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Developing technologies takes more than talent: it takes amazing people who understand collaboration and respect. People with passion and the desire to disrupt the status quo, drive innovation, and unlock their own potential. Embark on a journey with us, where you can innovate for a future that we want to make smarter and greener, in a responsible and sustainable way. Our technology starts with you.

Position Summary

The Senior Process Engineer is responsible for leading process development, optimization, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement activities to ensure robust, efficient, and high-quality manufacturing performance. This role provides technical leadership across production processes, drives root-cause analysis for complex issues, and supports strategic initiatives to improve yield, productivity, cost, and equipment/process reliability.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead process monitoring, analysis, and optimization to improve performance, yield, and stability

• Investigate complex process deviations, defects, and equipment-related issues

• Drive root-cause analysis and corrective/preventive actions for recurring problems

• Develop, validate, and implement process improvements, standards, and controls

• Support new product introduction, process transfer, and qualification activities

• Work closely with Production, Quality, Maintenance, Industrial Engineering, and R&D teams

• Define and track key process KPIs such as:

  • Yield
  • Scrap
  • Throughput
  • Cycle time
  • Downtime
  • Process capability

• Review and update process documentation, specifications, and work instructions

• Lead or support continuous improvement projects using Lean, Six Sigma, or other methodologies

• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and operational standards

• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance to shop-floor teams

• Present technical findings, action plans, and project progress to management

Job Requirement:

Education & Experience

• Education: Bachelor's degree or above in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Automation, Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, or a related STEM field

• Experience: Prior experience in Cu CMP experience (AMAT Mirra is highly preferred)

Technical Skills

• Solid understanding of semiconductor manufacturing principles and process engineering / integration

• Familiarity with CMP fundamentals and semiconductor process flows; ability to adjust equipment parameters based on process requirements

• Capability to analyze wafer surface defects (e.g., scratches, residues) and material removal rate performance

• Data analysis capabilities; proficiency with data analysis tools is a plus

Core Competencies

• Strong hands-on capabilities with a willingness to work in a cleanroom environment

• Excellent communication, coordination, and team collaboration skills

• Systematic logical thinking and structured problem-solving abilities

• Good English reading comprehension and technical documentation writing skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in different CMP processes

• In-depth knowledge of CMP tool hardware architecture and endpoint detection system principles

• Prior experience in process startup with recipe development

ST is proud to be one of the 17 companies certified as a 2026 Global Top Employer and the first and only semiconductor company to achieve this distinction. ST was recognized in this ranking thanks to its continuous improvement approach and stands out particularly in the areas of ethics & integrity, purpose & values, organization & change, business strategy, and performance.

At ST, we endeavor to foster a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we do not tolerate discrimination. We aim to recruit and retain a diverse workforce that reflects the societies around us. We strive for equity in career development, career opportunities, and equal remuneration. We encourage candidates who may not meet every single requirement to apply, as we appreciate diverse perspectives and provide opportunities for growth and learning. Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) is woven into our company culture.

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