Metals Process Engineer FEOL

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Position Summary As in a Metals Process Engineer FEOL, see roles and responsibilities below.

Role and Responsibilities

Serve in a multi-faceted role assisting shift operations from a systems perspective, addressing quality and change point management issues, finding defect root causes, and assisting shift personnel with interlock troubleshooting assistance. Participate in the development, implementation, and operation of advanced PVD equipment for FEOL/BEOL integration in a state of the art 300mm production facility. Troubleshoot process setup issues such as ECO setup and RMM interlocks. Act as a backup to the shift supervisor when required. Analyze data and work with Process Owners and techs to drive release of Q-TIPs and DC Events. Assist in troubleshooting of equipment interlock setup in Trace, ERD, ECM. Own root cause identification on BBTs. Compile and disseminate the daily closed loop monitoring report. Respond to critical fab events that require containment speed and quick resolution to ensure minimal impact to product. Generate reports (such as 8D) illustrating root cause of incidents, corrective actions and future preventative measures. Participate in task force teams that address fab-wide KPI for yield improvement, defect reduction, OEE improvement, and scrap reduction. Formulate ideas/experiments that can provide conclusions that will reveal a path forward for continuous improvement. Use of Lean and statistical analysis practices on a daily basis to drive decision making. Provide the expert knowledge and judgment for change point management decisions. Complete routine daily monitoring of processes/equipment performance and take action on trends that demonstrate abnormal behavior. Set the example for maintaining the Metals Team’s high-quality standards. Create and update SOP(Standard Operation Procedures) to standardize work flows and improve working methods. Support technology node transfers and process spread across tools. Support cost reduction activities. Adapt to changing business needs and demonstrate flexibility to change priorities as needed. Interface with Process Engineers, Equipment Technicians, and Manufacturing on a daily basis to set priority and update project status and/or impact. (Multiple Openings)

Skills and Qualifications

Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, or a related field and completion of a graduate-level course, research project, or internship involving the following: 1. Data Analysis using curve fitting models, Python, Application of MATLAB to data processing and algebraic functions; 2. Quality/manufacturing fundamentals; and 3. Device Structures.

The current base salary range for this role is $126,235. 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.

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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