Job Description:
- Responsible for developing and optimizing dry etch processes to support IME’s various program requirements.
- Create process innovations related to dry etch process, which may involve design and development of novel gas mixture and/or masking material.
- Setup and execute design of experiments (DOEs) and evaluate experimental data to meet appropriate process specifications.
- Champion process window characterization and evaluation to drive quality and yield improvement.
- Closely collaborate with process integration teams to implement technology roadmaps, define process capability requirements, and address structural implications and constraints related to dry etch process.
- Act as a subject matter expert and resource for colleagues in various programs and lead small projects.
- Work with fab team in establishing statistical process control for dry etch systems.
- Generate and present reports to both internal and external customers.
Requirements:
- Bachelors/Masters in Materials Science and Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Microelectronics Engineering, or closely related fields are welcome to apply.
- Prior 5 years direct experience in semiconductor dry etch module is preferred.
- Good understanding of plasma physics, chemical reactions and mechanisms related to semiconductor dry etching process is desired.
- Working knowledge and prior hands-on experience in Design of Experiments (DOE) methodologies, statistical root cause analysis, and problem-solving methods, is desired
- Understanding of dry etch system hardware is advantageous.
- Knowledge and prior hands-on experience on basic process characterization techniques such as SEM/TEM, EDX, SIMS, AFM, Ellipsometry is advantageous.
- Possess good interpersonal and oral/written communication skills, with ability to deliver clear and concise messages to both internal and external stakeholders.
