Total 70 lead buyer job vacancies in Singapore

Purpose of Job

This position is responsible for the strategic and operational real estate portfolio management (leased and owned), ensuring alignment with strategic goals, optimisation of leases, managing lease negotiations, and oversee projects.

Central to formulate strategic plans for space extension and exit strategies, time to market, to fulfil the agreed master plans, with a focus space utilisation, cost efficiencies and sustainable practice.

Key Accountabilities:

Strategic Planning & Portfolio Management: Develop and implement real estate strategies for the entire portfolio of A*STAR’s space. Manage all portfolio activities including acquisitions, disposals, and lease negotiations. Conduct regular portfolio benchmarking to identify cost savings opportunities and stakeholder engagements to define the real estate needs.

Real Estate Transactions: Lead all real estate negotiations to ensure most favourable terms, align to market. Manage good working relationship with landlords and real estate agencies. Oversee the lease due diligence, contract review and legal compliance aspect of a transaction

Financial Management: Develop and management real estate budget to ensure within allocations. Conduct regular real estate benchmarking to forecast trends, identify risks, and financial modelling to facilitate decision-making. Work collaborative with other units to ensure an integrated decision-making.

Space Management: Collaborate with facilities management to ensure the optimal space utilisation and smooth daily operations. Lead workplace strategy programs as agreed by the leadership. Ensure sustainable and energy efficient real estate practices.

Compliance and Regulations: Ensure that all real estate transactions comply with all laws and regulations. Manage risks associated with real estate investments and leases, including market and operational risk.

Job Requirements:

• Possess at least 15 years of relevant experience in managing corporate real estate management or related fields
• Background in Real Estate, Business or Finance with at least 7 years of local experience managing large real estate portfolios, lease negotiations. Experience in managing industrial portfolio would be advantageous.
• Possess strong leadership skills in leading multi-disciplinary teams.
• Confident to communicate at all levels and able to think creatively and apply strategic thinking to tasks.
• Able to work under pressure and adapt to changes within a fast-paced environment.
• A self-driven and meticulous individual who has the strong ability to multi-task.

The S&A PMO process governance & automation lead is responsible for leading & overseeing day to day PMO process governance operations, which also include identifying & launching automation improvement to the process workflows to improve productivity and efficiency of ARTC Project Life Cycle Management (PLCM) Process.

Leading a team of 3-4 project coordinators & working across functions, the successful candidate responsibilities are to:

• Act as the main liaison officer to PMO director and S&A senior management as well as responsible for matters related to the organisations" Project Management System, PLCM processes, PMO financial & manpower untilisation
• Generate and analyse monthly financial data for management review
• Provide training and guidance for users using the project management system. Chair "Clinics" to address queries and support PLCM processes.
• Billing and track all project invoices
• Track, generate and analyse project manpower utilisation rate for management reviews.
• Assist PMO director in preparing project/programme data, presentation decks, communication slides and other project or programme related documents.
• Responsible for project or programme audit. leasing with project managers, principal investigator and colleagues from HQ.
• Collate and compile project management dashboards for reporting and management reviews
• Review and revise guidelines to improve existing processes pertaining to PLCM cesses. Be responsible for implementing automated process for PLCM workflows.

Requirements:

• More than 9 years of experience as project or programme controller, working in Project Management Office or related department
• Diploma or Degree in Business or engineering related courses.
• Demonstrate experience and capabilities in managing and communicating with crossfunctional stakeholders
• Experience of leading a small team to deliver excellence in PMO process governance.
• Demonstrate flexibility and agility to the change management process. Willing to embrace new ideas and change in a fast pace environment
• Skill in communicating with senior stakeholders both internally and externally

The above eligibility criteria are not exhaustive. A*STAR may include additional selection criteria based on its prevailing recruitment policies. These policies may be amended from time to time without notice. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

The S&A PMO process governance & automation lead is responsible for leading & overseeing day to day PMO process governance operations, which also include identifying & launching automation improvement to the process workflows to improve productivity and efficiency of ARTC Project Life Cycle Management (PLCM) Process.

Leading a team of 3-4 project coordinators & working across functions, the successful candidate responsibilities are to:

• Act as the main liaison officer to PMO director and S&A senior management as well as responsible for matters related to the organisations" Project Management System, PLCM processes, PMO financial & manpower untilisation
• Generate and analyse monthly financial data for management review
• Provide training and guidance for users using the project management system. Chair "Clinics" to address queries and support PLCM processes.
• Billing and track all project invoices
• Track, generate and analyse project manpower utilisation rate for management reviews.
• Assist PMO director in preparing project/programme data, presentation decks, communication slides and other project or programme related documents.
• Responsible for project or programme audit. leasing with project managers, principal investigator and colleagues from HQ.
• Collate and compile project management dashboards for reporting and management reviews
• Review and revise guidelines to improve existing processes pertaining to PLCM cesses. Be responsible for implementing automated process for PLCM workflows.

Requirements:

• More than 7 years of experience as project or programme controller, working in Project Management Office or related department
• Diploma or Degree in Business or engineering related courses.
• Demonstrate experience and capabilities in managing and communicating with crossfunctional stakeholders
• Experience of leading a small team to deliver excellence in PMO process governance.
• Demonstrate flexibility and agility to the change management process. Willing to embrace new ideas and change in a fast pace environment
• Skill in communicating with senior stakeholders both internally and externally

The above eligibility criteria are not exhaustive. A*STAR may include additional selection criteria based on its prevailing recruitment policies. These policies may be amended from time to time without notice. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Job Description:

Candidate will be part of Far-Backend Of Line (Far-BEOL) team of process module engineers, advancing specialty technologies at IME. His or her main roles and responsibilities include:

• Develop and support Chemical Mechanical Planarization (CMP) unit process capabilities for silicon photonics, flat optics, advanced packaging, MEMS, and wide bandgap semiconductor applications.
• Deliver innovations involving process methodologies, materials, or approach, and generate intellectual property related to various aspects of CMP.
• Participate as team member with process integration teams to actively support CMP process development, optimization and troubleshooting for various industry and grant projects.
• File patents/know-hows on new development activities.
• Publish research findings in prestigious journals and conferences.

Job Requirement:

• Masters with specialization in Electronics / Microelectronics / Materials Engineering / Chemical Engineering / Materials Science/ Chemistry / Physics or equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in CMP technologies, preferably in an industrial setting.
• Prior hands-on experience working on industry-scale 200 mm or 300 mm CMP equipment platforms (e.g., AMAT or Ebara platforms), with in-depth technical knowledge in process development, materials, and inline process control related to CMP.
• Knowledge of silicon photonics, advanced packaging, MEMS, or wide bandgap semiconductor technology platforms would be a plus, but not mandatory.
• Strong experimental design (DOE) and data analysis skills is preferred.
• Good interpersonal and strong demonstrated skills in collaborating with internal and external stakeholders.
• At least 2 years of demonstrated experience in managing projects of moderate complexity is preferred
• Good analytical skills and oral/written communication skills, with ability to deliver clear and concise messages to both internal and external stakeholders.
• Self-driven with strong interest in next-generation applications of CMP technologies and industry trends.

Job Description:

Candidate will be part of Far-Backend Of Line (Far-BEOL) team of process module engineers, advancing specialty technologies at IME. His or her main roles and responsibilities include:

• Develop and support Chemical Mechanical Planarization (CMP) unit process capabilities for silicon photonics, flat optics, advanced packaging, MEMS, and wide bandgap semiconductor applications.
• Deliver innovations involving process methodologies, materials, or approach, and generate intellectual property related to various aspects of CMP.
• Participate as team member with process integration teams to actively support CMP process development, optimization and troubleshooting for various industry and grant projects.
• File patents/know-hows on new development activities.
• Publish research findings in prestigious journals and conferences.

Job Requirement:

• Masters with specialization in Electronics / Microelectronics / Materials Engineering / Chemical Engineering / Materials Science/ Chemistry / Physics or equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in CMP technologies, preferably in an industrial setting.
• Prior hands-on experience working on industry-scale 200 mm or 300 mm CMP equipment platforms (e.g., AMAT or Ebara platforms), with in-depth technical knowledge in process development, materials, and inline process control related to CMP.
• Knowledge of silicon photonics, advanced packaging, MEMS, or wide bandgap semiconductor technology platforms would be a plus, but not mandatory.
• Strong experimental design (DOE) and data analysis skills is preferred.
• Good interpersonal and strong demonstrated skills in collaborating with internal and external stakeholders.
• At least 2 years of demonstrated experience in managing projects of moderate complexity is preferred
• Good analytical skills and oral/written communication skills, with ability to deliver clear and concise messages to both internal and external stakeholders.
• Self-driven with strong interest in next-generation applications of CMP technologies and industry trends.

Resourcing

• Consistently review staff headcount across teams in relation to overall EOM budget
• Partner HODs to support and facilitate resourcing needs
• Work with HQ Recruitment team to support Strategic Hiring

Talent Development

• Execute the talent management processes to identify, develop and retain talent to sustain a healthy succession pipeline for leadership and key positions
• Review and enhance the talent management framework to ensure progressive talent management policies and processes
• Engage management on career development and rotation plans for talent, and succession plans for key positions
• Ensure proper follow-through of key decisions undertaken at talent review meetings

Employee Engagement

• Organize annual engagement sessions with HODs and partner with HODs to address critical people related issues. Work with HODs to ensure follow-through and publish key actions.
• Demonstrate good understanding and appreciation of ground sentiments, and be able to synthesize data, and harness key insights in the process of translating Organisational Development (OD) objectives into employee engagement and communication strategies.
• Plan, design and execute engagement strategies to improve the employee experience and work culture and understanding needs of our people
• Develop initiatives that deliver a more positive employee experience
• Coordinates with vendors and/or managers to organize regular team building activities

Employee Recognition

• Lead employee recognition initiatives
• Any other task/initiatives as assigned

Requirements

• Preferably 2 years of experience in HR, in the area of Talent Management or Employee Engagement
• Strong analytical ability with excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills with proven track record in stakeholder management
• Able to work effectively independently and in teams

Job Description:

The CPPS group is seeking a highly motivated senior research engineer or lead research engineer to lead and conduct R&D in Industry 5.0 smart manufacturing solutions and integrating digital technologies with AI-enabled physical production systems that promote human-centricity, environmental sustainability, and value chain resilience in manufacturing. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in controls, integration and PLC programming. The key roles & responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

• Conduct R&D in novel adaptive and autonomous control algorithms for scalable self-learning, self-optimizing and self-recovery production systems
• Work with a team of engineers and scientist to design and implement integrated IIOT and AI-enabled production systems for smart manufacturing
• Understand autonomous manufacturing domain and provide innovative solutions to industry problems in this area
• Familiarity with industry communication protocols such as OPC-UA, MQTT, Profibus, and RS-232 is an advantage

Job Requirement:

• Masters or Bachelor degree in Computer Science / Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, with emphasis on controls, integration and automation
• 1-3 years experience in industry and/or R&D projects in the area of controls and IIOT (min. 5 years for Lead Research Engineer).
• Develop and program PLCs and other control systems, utilizing platforms like TwinCAT, EcoStruxure, Codesys and others.
• Ability to apprehend and/or interpret electrical circuit diagrams is a strong advantage
• Excellent technical presentation and writing skills
• Can-do attitude and able to work with different needs of various stakeholders
• Proactive team player and technically motivated to solve problems innovatively

Job Description:

The CPPS group is seeking a highly motivated senior research engineer or lead research engineer to lead and conduct R&D in Industry 5.0 smart manufacturing solutions and integrating digital technologies with AI-enabled physical production systems that promote human-centricity, environmental sustainability, and value chain resilience in manufacturing. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in controls, integration and PLC programming. The key roles & responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

• Conduct R&D in novel adaptive and autonomous control algorithms for scalable self-learning, self-optimizing and self-recovery production systems
• Work with a team of engineers and scientist to design and implement integrated IIOT and AI-enabled production systems for smart manufacturing
• Understand autonomous manufacturing domain and provide innovative solutions to industry problems in this area
• Familiarity with industry communication protocols such as OPC-UA, MQTT, Profibus, and RS-232 is an advantage

Job Requirement:

• Masters or Bachelor degree in Computer Science / Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, with emphasis on controls, integration and automation
• 1-3 years experience in industry and/or R&D projects in the area of controls and IIOT (min. 5 years for Lead Research Engineer).
• Develop and program PLCs and other control systems, utilizing platforms like TwinCAT, EcoStruxure, Codesys and others.
• Ability to apprehend and/or interpret electrical circuit diagrams is a strong advantage
• Excellent technical presentation and writing skills
• Can-do attitude and able to work with different needs of various stakeholders
• Proactive team player and technically motivated to solve problems innovatively

MedTech Catapult is a national initiative for accelerating the development of high-value MedTech projects through an in-house product engineering unit. This productization unit is responsible for supporting the development of technologies through the medical device development cycle to produce full-fledged hardware product systems. The Lead Engineer will report to the Lead, Product Engineering.

Job Responsibilities:

• To provide electronics and instrumentation design capability in support of the design, development, test and manufacture of safety critical products and processes for complex medical technology product solutions.
• To interact closely with engineers from other disciplines to achieve an optimized design within the stipulated project schedule.
• To design and develop PCB and control systems for next generation medical devices.
• To provide operational electronics development, prototype design and testing - both analogue and digital.
• To conduct PCB schematic capture and layout, including component selection and testing.
• To build and test prototypes and document the design and performance of these.
• To create embedded system design and implementation.
• To conduct EMC testing with in-house equipment and through liaison with EMC test house for electrical safety and medical device compliance.
• To support development of intellectual property portfolio in device design and process technology know-how.
• To provide clearly documented records of technical data, decisions, methodologies, calculations and software use in accordance with ISO/FDA quality standards.
• To support the Procurement and Engineering teams for sourcing and defining specifications.
• To conduct error and tolerance sensitivity analysis, reliability analysis, reliability testing and reliability test program design.
• To support CAD-based electro-mechanical integration, at the component level, board level and assembly level.
• Write and review documentations for QMS.
• Interface with external parties (design houses) to communicate product requirements.
• To support other activities for product engineering when required.

Requirements

• MSc/BSc in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering.
• >10 years experience in medical devices (e.g. electronic product design).
• Has a good knowledge and understanding of i) Processes of electronic product development and realization, ii) operation and design of electronic systems and circuits; iii) Regulations applying to medical devices, iv) Electronic device operation and fabrication and v) Electronic sensors, measurement systems and instrumentation.
• Experience with PCB design ? digital and analogue.
• Proficient in HDL languages (Verilog, System Verilog).
• Knowledge of ASIC design and sign-off.
• Familiarity with scripting languages like Python, Perl, or C/C++ is a plus.
• Experience with design, development or manufacture of photonic systems or photonics-enabled products is a plus.
• Experience with the use of simulation tools for electronic design is a plus.
• Experience with Medical device ISO standards including ISO9001, IS013485, ISO 14971 and IEC 60601-1 and managing QMS.
• Good collaboration skills, organised and detailed.
• Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills and leadership skill.

The above eligibility criteria are not exhaustive. A*STAR may include additional selection criteria based on its prevailing recruitment policies. These policies may be amended from time to time without notice. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

The Advanced Remanufacturing and Technology Centre (ARTC) is a public-private partnership consortium of more than 80 industry members. Our core mission is to develop and deploy advanced manufacturing solutions and upskill the workforce to drive local industry competitiveness.

Smart Virtual Systems (SVS) Group is seeking a highly motivated Senior or Lead Research Engineer to implement highly available and scalable microservices-based applications and platforms for autonomous manufacturing applications. He/she is expected to be independent and initiative-driven, demonstrating the capacity to discover innovative solutions to challenges. We are seeking a talented and experienced Software Engineer with experience in MLOps/AI to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will play a key role in software development and focusing on deploying machine learning models, implementing MLOps best practices. You will closely work with our cross-functional research teams to streamline model deployment, improve scalability and reliability of systems.

The key roles and responsibilities include the following:

-Develop, test, and maintain enterprise system and applications, with a focus in ML/AI systems.

-Implement MLOps best practices to automate model training, deployment, and monitoring processes.

-Optimize and Implement machine learning algorithms and deep learning architectures.

-Collaborate with data scientists and software engineers to integrate machine learning solutions into existing systems and deliver high-quality software products.

-Optimize AI pipelines for scalability, reliability, and better performance.

-Conduct performance analysis and optimization to improve model efficiency and accuracy.

-Stay updated on the latest advancements in software engineering, AI/ML technologies and best practices.

Job Requirements

-Bachelor or Master's Degree in Computer Science/Engineering or relevant Disciplines

-Must have a minimum of 8 years of experience as a Software Developer/Engineer

-Hands-on experience in Cloud Native Technologies such as in micro-services, DevSecOps, and Containerization Technologies

-Proficiency in designing and developing microservices and software systems using C# .NET, Python and angular

-A good understanding of CI/CD Pipelines in a distributed environment using Git, Artifactory, Jenkins, SonarQube, Docker registry, etc.

-Hands-on experience with deploying and managing microservices using container orchestration platforms (on-prem/public cloud)

-Can do attitude and happy to interface with multiple stakeholders

-Excellent troubleshooting, follow-through, and problemsolving skills, with attention to detail

-Excellent verbal and written communication skills

-Familiarity with deep learning architectures and natural language processing (NLP) techniques.

The above eligibility criteria are not exhaustive. A*STAR may include additional selection criteria based on its prevailing recruitment policies. These policies may be amended from time to time without notice. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

The Advanced Remanufacturing and Technology Centre (ARTC) is a public-private partnership consortium of more than 80 industry members. Our core mission is to develop and deploy advanced manufacturing solutions and upskill the workforce to drive local industry competitiveness.

Smart Virtual Systems (SVS) Group is seeking a highly motivated Senior or Lead Research Engineerto implement highly available and scalable microservices-based applications and platforms for autonomous manufacturing applications. He/she is expected to be independent and initiative-driven, demonstrating the capacity to discover innovative solutions to challenges. We are seeking a talented and experienced Software Engineer with experience in MLOps/AI to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will play a key role in software development and focusing on deploying machine learning models, implementing MLOps best practices. You will closely work with our cross-functional research teams to streamline model deployment, improve scalability and reliability of systems.

The key roles and responsibilities include the following:

-Develop, test, and maintain enterprise system and applications, with a focus in ML/AI systems.

-Implement MLOps best practices to automate model training, deployment, and monitoring processes.

-Optimize and Implement machine learning algorithms and deep learning architectures.

-Collaborate with data scientists and software engineers to integrate machine learning solutions into existing systems and deliver high-quality software products.

-Optimize AI pipelines for scalability, reliability, and better performance.

-Conduct performance analysis and optimization to improve model efficiency and accuracy.

-Stay updated on the latest advancements in software engineering, AI/ML technologies and best practices.

Job Requirements

-Bachelor or Master's Degree in Computer Science/Engineering or relevant Disciplines

-Must have a minimum of 5 years of experience as a Software Developer/Engineer

-Hands-on experience in Cloud Native Technologies such as in micro-services, DevSecOps, and Containerization Technologies

-Proficiency in designing and developing microservices and software systems using C# .NET, Python and angular

-A good understanding of CI/CD Pipelines in a distributed environment using Git, Artifactory, Jenkins, SonarQube, Docker registry, etc.

-Hands-on experience with deploying and managing microservices using container orchestration platforms (on-prem/public cloud)

-Can do attitude and happy to interface with multiple stakeholders

-Excellent troubleshooting, follow-through, and problemsolving skills, with attention to detail

-Excellent verbal and written communication skills

-Familiarity with deep learning architectures and natural language processing (NLP) techniques.

The above eligibility criteria are not exhaustive. A*STAR may include additional selection criteria based on its prevailing recruitment policies. These policies may be amended from time to time without notice. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Resourcing

• Consistently review staff headcount across teams in relation to overall EOM budget
• Partner HODs to support and facilitate resourcing needs
• Work with HQ Recruitment team to support Strategic Hiring

Talent Development

• Execute the talent management processes to identify, develop and retain talent to sustain a healthy succession pipeline for leadership and key positions
• Review and enhance the talent management framework to ensure progressive talent management policies and processes
• Engage management on career development and rotation plans for talent, and succession plans for key positions
• Ensure proper follow-through of key decisions undertaken at talent review meetings

Employee Engagement

• Organize annual engagement sessions with HODs and partner with HODs to address critical people related issues. Work with HODs to ensure follow-through and publish key actions.
• Demonstrate good understanding and appreciation of ground sentiments, and be able to synthesize data, and harness key insights in the process of translating Organisational Development (OD) objectives into employee engagement and communication strategies.
• Plan, design and execute engagement strategies to improve the employee experience and work culture and understanding needs of our people
• Develop initiatives that deliver a more positive employee experience
• Coordinates with vendors and/or managers to organize regular team building activities

Employee Recognition

• Lead employee recognition initiatives
• Any other task/initiatives as assigned

Requirements

• Preferably 2 years of experience in HR, in the area of Talent Management or Employee Engagement
• Strong analytical ability with excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills with proven track record in stakeholder management
• Able to work effectively independently and in teams

As an Equipment Engineer, you will own all assigned toolsets. The preferred candidate can troubleshoot difficult and poorly defined problems related to mechanics, electronics, and processes using tool knowledge/experience, SPC, schematics, and other available resources. The candidate will collaborate extensively with the area maintenance team and process engineering. Some collaboration will be with tool vendors, other area engineers/managers, procurement, and production.

Responsibilities:

• Provide technical leadership and management of 200MM and 300MM Semiconductor processing equipment in Support of Main Stream Semiconductor Processes and Advanced Packaging processes. Highly desirable for a candidate to have a background in at least one of the following areas: Photolithography, PVD and CVD Thin Films, Dry Etch, Wet Etch /Wafer Clean, Diffusion, Bond, Electroplate (ECD), CMP, or Metrology (some areas may be combined).
• Work with process engineering to drive root-cause corrective actions for equipment failures, implement permanent solutions, and eliminate chronic and long-term down events.
• Lead continuous improvement teams to drive tool matching, availability, and throughput improvements and reduce risk.
• Management of new tool installation, start-up, and tool upgrades to increase fab capability and capacity, lower costs, and improve yields.
• Work with minimal supervision, balancing competing priorities, to serve the needs of the Maintenance, Production, and Development organizations.
• Participate in cross-functional teams that create efficiencies across all layers of the organization.

Required Qualifications

• Degree / Diploma with 10+ years of relevant Semiconductor Industry Experience in Mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, or another relevant Engineering discipline.
• 6+ years of experience within the respective areas of expertise. Experience should include one or more: Semiconductor Wafer Handling, RF Power, High Vacuum, Toxic Gas Delivery systems, Precision Optics, and Wet Chemistry.
• Demonstrated experience with the application of structured problem-solving methodology.
• Positive interpersonal skills, highly energetic and self-motivated.
• Demonstrated ability to meet requirements and deliver results.
• Ability to manage and execute multiple projects simultaneously and shift priorities to meet business needs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor of Science/Engineering in Mechanical, Electrical or Chemical Engineering or Materials Science, Physics or other relevant Engineering discipline.
• Semiconductor Wafer Handling, RF Power, High Vacuum, Toxic Gas Delivery systems, Precision Optics, Wet Chemistry.
• Positive interpersonal skills, highly energetic and self-motivated.
• Experience with Automated Fault Detection and Classification Systems (FDC).
• Strong background with utilizing SPC.
• High level of understanding of equipment component behaviour.
• Experience Integrating Equipment Maintenance Management Software

Candidate will be required to develop, secure and manage industry partnerships for the NGTC. Candidate should stay updated on RF/mmWave GaN market trends and conduct thorough market research and competitive analysis on companies, competitors and the market for actionable insights. This may involve conducting SWOT analyses to enable NGTC to come up with a strategic plan to optimise business and research collaborations.

Candidate will also be responsible for developing and executing marketing strategies to promote NGTC’s capabilities to interested parties.

Candidate will be required to work alongside various internal and external stakeholders and teams to develop NGTC’s strong value propositions and assist with market intelligence to shape the NGTC’s strategies.

Candidate will be required to carry out account management of companies for NGTC to strengthen customer relationships.

Candidate will be required to coordinate and engage with internal stakeholders such as A*STAR’s Industry and Enterprise Group, Institute of Microelectronics or various other public sector agencies.

Requirements:

• Degree in Science or Engineering
• Minimum 5 years of relevant working experience, preferably with a background in GaN technology and industrial commercialization.
• Able to structure and negotiate collaboration agreements.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Strong communication (written and verbal), marketing and interpersonal skills.
• Results oriented, pro-active, and a team player.
• Adaptable and comfortable working in a fast-paced and fast-changing environment.
• Passion to develop Singapore’s semiconductor ecosystem.

Candidate will be required to develop, secure and manage industry partnerships for the NGTC. Candidate should stay updated on RF/mmWave GaN market trends and conduct thorough market research and competitive analysis on companies, competitors and the market for actionable insights. This may involve conducting SWOT analyses to enable NGTC to come up with a strategic plan to optimise business and research collaborations.

Candidate will also be responsible for developing and executing marketing strategies to promote NGTC’s capabilities to interested parties.

Candidate will be required to work alongside various internal and external stakeholders and teams to develop NGTC’s strong value propositions and assist with market intelligence to shape the NGTC’s strategies.

Candidate will be required to carry out account management of companies for NGTC to strengthen customer relationships.

Candidate will be required to coordinate and engage with internal stakeholders such as A*STAR’s Industry and Enterprise Group, Institute of Microelectronics or various other public sector agencies.

Requirements:

• Degree in Science or Engineering
• Minimum 5 years of relevant working experience, preferably with a background in GaN technology and industrial commercialization.
• Able to structure and negotiate collaboration agreements.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Strong communication (written and verbal), marketing and interpersonal skills.
• Results oriented, pro-active, and a team player.
• Adaptable and comfortable working in a fast-paced and fast-changing environment.
• Passion to develop Singapore’s semiconductor ecosystem.

Responsibilities:

• Engage and manage various stakeholders (internal and external) expectations and communication.
• Collaborate with functional teams to conduct cleanroom/facility planning and layout
• Carry out physical area/ floor marking, coordinate with functional teams in tool purchase, movement (in/out), tool relocation plan, project timeline and capacity update.
• Perform risk analysis of various project options and outcomes
• Maintain and validate capacity/capital/space models to enable accurate assessment of wafer fabrication and operations loading needs
• Support operational efficiency improvement efforts (cycle time, OEE improvement, capacity optimization, space optimization)

Requirements:

• Degree in Engineering (Industrial & Systems Engineering), Mechanical, or relevant field;
• Proficient in AutoCAD 2D/3D and Simulation Tool preferred
• Proficient with Microsoft Words, Excel and PowerPoint proficiency
• Preferably to have industrial engineering experience in a semiconductor/ manufacturing environment
• Ability to work independently and team player to deliver in fast paced and collaborative environment

ROLE:

A*Star-IME is currently working on establishing a hybrid fabrication platform for 150mm and 200mm Silicon Carbide (SiC) power MOSFETs as a new pillar on Singapore"s Future of Microlectronics in wide-bandgap. The main objective of this SiC RnD program is to advance 200mm SiC technologies in various areas, such as epitaxy, device design, process integration & fabrication, and power module packaging. The ultimate aim is to drive disruptive innovations in power device research, specifically focusing on >1.7KV power MOSFETs. These innovations will have significant applications in enhancing automotive technologies, vehicle electrification, safety measures, sustainable energy grids, data centers, and industrial & aerospace automation. Key aspects for this role to be successful include the development and integration of several process modules, such as gate oxidation, implantation, implant activation, layout design verification, lithography, and ohmic contact formation. We are actively looking for individuals with extensive industry experience in device physics and process integration to join our team. The candidate will contribute to process integration, E-test and module process related data analysis, yield enhancement, and device physics.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead develop process technology for SiC power MOSFETs and ensure it meets the requirements for prototyping manufacturing

• Collaborate with advanced process module development team to establish a process flow for fabricating specific MOS devices

• Responsible to develop and improve test structures that enable fast and rigorous characterization of process

• Accountable to improve device performance and yield through the design, execution, and analysis of experiments for each specific device and product

• Work with cross-functional teams to minimize defects and address technical and yield concerns

• Drive CIP (Continuous improvement plans) to deliver integrated process modules and specific device per project goals

• Make decisions regarding the delivery of process, active and passive devices to multiple customers

REQUIREMENTS:

• MS/PhD Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

• >3 years industrial experience for MOSFET process integration and device physics

• Proactive, self-motivated, and results-oriented professional with the ability to make efficient contributions to and lead technical discussions

• Extensive expertise in material and process integration

• Comprehensive understanding of semiconductor materials and the physics of MOSFET devices

• Strong communication skills to effectively communicate information about module integration for device fabrication and with customers

• Excellent analytical skills for interpreting process and device data, coupled with strong presentation abilities

ROLE:
A*STAR-IME is leading the way in establishing industry first 200mm open Silicon Carbide (SiC) R&D program. The program specific focus is on advancing 200mm SiC technologies in key areas such as epitaxy, gate stack, ion implantation, and dry etching, and integrating these modules to fabricate high-performance power devices. Our objective is to drive innovation in power device research, particularly in power MOSFETs rated above 1.2KV. Developing key innovative process is crucial for creating high-performance devices that will contribute to advancements in automotive technologies, vehicle electrification, safety measures, sustainable energy grids, data centers, and industrial & aerospace automation. This role involve growing leadership into ion implantation processes for p-body, channel, guard ring, source contact, and other components. We are currently seeking such individual with ~5 years of experience in ion implantation. The chosen candidate will be responsible for independently supervising ion implantation processes, conducting ion implant simulations, possessing knowledge of crystallography and ion interaction with atoms, having strong understanding of implanters and related thermal processing physics, beam optics, dosimetry systems, and vacuum technology. The ideal candidate should also be willing to collaborate with various departments, the technology development group, and customers. Furthermore, the candidate will contribute to the wide-bandgap team by sharing the ion implantation expertise on compound semiconductor materials and collaborate with other departments working with Si-based technology. The candidate will also be groomed to lead this diffusion process module group of ~6 headcounts into the future.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Diagnose malfunctions and using test equipment & software to test faulty tool; applying knowledge of the functional operation of the ion implant equipment

• Support on-site ion implanters in creating, running & characterizing recipes for recipe validation and develop process to achieve the desired dopant profile with excellent
damage recovery.

• Collaborate with vendors to optimize equipment performance and reduce tool downtime

• Analyze data related to implant-related defects formation with quantification and defects minimizations strategy

• Examine work-orders and communicates with equipment operators to resolve equipment problems & determine mechanical and human errors contributed to the issues

• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance tasks with tool operators, especially in checking, cleaning, repairing, detecting and preventing problems

• Responsible for designing experiments for ion implantation at various dose, energy, tilt, and twist levels

REQUIREMENTS:

• Ms/PhD Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

• >3-5 years industrial experience for high power device design and modeling

• Extensive proficiency in medium to high energy/current ion implantation processes, including a comprehensive knowledge of implant equipment, equipment parts, and
troubleshooting techniques to minimize equipment downtime

• Good understanding of wide bandgap semiconductor materials and their corresponding dopant species

• Expertise in ion channeling, ion bombardment, and their impact on the implant species profile

• In-depth comprehension of defect formation and annihilation processes in the implanted region of semiconductors

• Familiarity with essential device properties resulting from ion implantation

• Adept at mentoring and transferring knowledge to junior staff members

Job Description:

Candidate will be part of Far-Backend Of Line (Far-BEOL) team of process module engineers, advancing specialty technologies at IME. His or her main roles and responsibilities include:

• Develop and support Chemical Mechanical Planarization (CMP) unit process capabilities for silicon photonics, flat optics, advanced packaging, MEMS, and wide bandgap semiconductor applications.
• Deliver innovations involving process methodologies, materials, or approach, and generate intellectual property related to various aspects of CMP.
• Participate as team member with process integration teams to actively support CMP process development, optimization and troubleshooting for various industry and grant projects.
• File patents/know-hows on new development activities.
• Publish research findings in prestigious journals and conferences.

Job Requirement:

• Masters with specialization in Electronics / Microelectronics / Materials Engineering / Chemical Engineering / Materials Science/ Chemistry / Physics or equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in CMP technologies, preferably in an industrial setting.
• Prior hands-on experience working on industry-scale 200 mm or 300 mm CMP equipment platforms (e.g., AMAT or Ebara platforms), with in-depth technical knowledge in process development, materials, and inline process control related to CMP.
• Knowledge of silicon photonics, advanced packaging, MEMS, or wide bandgap semiconductor technology platforms would be a plus, but not mandatory.
• Strong experimental design (DOE) and data analysis skills is preferred.
• Good interpersonal and strong demonstrated skills in collaborating with internal and external stakeholders.
• At least 2 years of demonstrated experience in managing projects of moderate complexity is preferred
• Good analytical skills and oral/written communication skills, with ability to deliver clear and concise messages to both internal and external stakeholders.
• Self-driven with strong interest in next-generation applications of CMP technologies and industry trends.

ROLE:

IME A*Star is currently working on establishing a hybrid fabrication platform for 150mm & 200mm Silicon Carbide (SiC) power MOSFETs as part of the new SiC R&D program. The main objective of this program is to advance 200mm SiC technologies in various areas, such as epitaxy, device design, process integration for various types of power MOSFETs and power module packaging. The ultimate aim is to drive disruptive innovations in power device research, with a specific focus on >1.7KV power MOSFETs. These innovations will have significant applications in enhancing automotive technologies, vehicle electrification, safety measures, sustainable energy grids, data centers, and industrial & aerospace automation. Key aspects for this deputy lead for wide-bandgap device integration role include the development and integration of several modules, such as gate oxidation, implantation, implant activation, layout design verification, lithography, ohmic contact formation etc are essential. We are actively looking for individual with extensive industry experience in device physics and process integration to join our team. The candidate will contribute to process integration, device layout design, design verification, E-test and module process related data analysis, yield enhancement, and device physics.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• To lead development of SiC power technologies, serving as both front and back-end process integration in collaboration with advanced module development team. And aim
to grow this team to ~10 headcounts in the next 3 years.

• Optimize and customize process flows for individual SiC products

• Identify and resolve process integration issues and related problems

• Develop specific or derivative processes to meet customer needs

• Support new designs by conducting module characterization and developing effective design rules

• Define and implement measures to enhance stability, yield, reliability, and reduce development costs & time

• Plan and implement sustainable corrective actions to address process deviations

• Continuously monitor and utilize expertise in process and equipment capabilities to achieve optimal device performance

• Determine the correct and effective way to deliver processes, functional devices, and other items to multiple customers

• Perform project management tasks and conduct data analysis

REQUIREMENTS:

• MS/PhD Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

• >3 years industrial experience for MOSFET process integration and device Physics

• Highly proactive, self-motivated, and results-oriented professional with the ability to make efficient contributions to and lead technical discussions

• Extensive expertise in material and process integration

• Comprehensive understanding of semiconductor materials and MOSFET device physics

• Proficient in teaching and knowledge transfer to junior staff members

• Strong communication skills to effectively convey information about process module integration for device fabrication and with customers

• Excellent analytical skills for interpreting process and device data; combined with strong presentation abilities.

ROLE:

IME A*Star is currently working on establishing a hybrid fabrication platform for 150mm & 200mm Silicon Carbide (SiC) power MOSFETs as part of the new SiC R&D program. The main objective of this program is to advance 200mm SiC technologies in various areas, such as epitaxy, device design, process integration for various types of power MOSFETs and power module packaging. The ultimate aim is to drive disruptive innovations in power device research, with a specific focus on >1.7KV power MOSFETs. These innovations will have significant applications in enhancing automotive technologies, vehicle electrification, safety measures, sustainable energy grids, data centers, and industrial & aerospace automation. Key aspects for this deputy lead for wide-bandgap device integration role include the development and integration of several modules, such as gate oxidation, implantation, implant activation, layout design verification, lithography, ohmic contact formation etc are essential. We are actively looking for individual with extensive industry experience in device physics and process integration to join our team. The candidate will contribute to process integration, device layout design, design verification, E-test and module process related data analysis, yield enhancement, and device physics.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• To lead development of SiC power technologies, serving as both front and back-end process integration in collaboration with advanced module development team. And aim
to grow this team to ~10 headcounts in the next 3 years.

• Optimize and customize process flows for individual SiC products

• Identify and resolve process integration issues and related problems

• Develop specific or derivative processes to meet customer needs

• Support new designs by conducting module characterization and developing effective design rules

• Define and implement measures to enhance stability, yield, reliability, and reduce development costs & time

• Plan and implement sustainable corrective actions to address process deviations

• Continuously monitor and utilize expertise in process and equipment capabilities to achieve optimal device performance

• Determine the correct and effective way to deliver processes, functional devices, and other items to multiple customers

• Perform project management tasks and conduct data analysis

REQUIREMENTS:

• MS/PhD Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

• >3 years industrial experience for MOSFET process integration and device Physics

• Highly proactive, self-motivated, and results-oriented professional with the ability to make efficient contributions to and lead technical discussions

• Extensive expertise in material and process integration

• Comprehensive understanding of semiconductor materials and MOSFET device physics

• Proficient in teaching and knowledge transfer to junior staff members

• Strong communication skills to effectively convey information about process module integration for device fabrication and with customers

• Excellent analytical skills for interpreting process and device data; combined with strong presentation abilities.

ROLE:
A*STAR-IME is leading the way in establishing industry first 200mm open Silicon Carbide (SiC) R&D program. The program specific focus is on advancing 200mm SiC technologies in key areas such as epitaxy, gate stack, ion implantation, and dry etching, and integrating these modules to fabricate high-performance power devices. Our objective is to drive innovation in power device research, particularly in power MOSFETs rated above 1.2KV. Developing key innovative process is crucial for creating high-performance devices that will contribute to advancements in automotive technologies, vehicle electrification, safety measures, sustainable energy grids, data centers, and industrial & aerospace automation. This role involve growing leadership into ion implantation processes for p-body, channel, guard ring, source contact, and other components. We are currently seeking such individual with ~5 years of experience in ion implantation. The chosen candidate will be responsible for independently supervising ion implantation processes, conducting ion implant simulations, possessing knowledge of crystallography and ion interaction with atoms, having strong understanding of implanters and related thermal processing physics, beam optics, dosimetry systems, and vacuum technology. The ideal candidate should also be willing to collaborate with various departments, the technology development group, and customers. Furthermore, the candidate will contribute to the wide-bandgap team by sharing the ion implantation expertise on compound semiconductor materials and collaborate with other departments working with Si-based technology. The candidate will also be groomed to lead this diffusion process module group of ~6 headcounts into the future.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Diagnose malfunctions and using test equipment & software to test faulty tool; applying knowledge of the functional operation of the ion implant equipment

• Support on-site ion implanters in creating, running & characterizing recipes for recipe validation and develop process to achieve the desired dopant profile with excellent
damage recovery.

• Collaborate with vendors to optimize equipment performance and reduce tool downtime

• Analyze data related to implant-related defects formation with quantification and defects minimizations strategy

• Examine work-orders and communicates with equipment operators to resolve equipment problems & determine mechanical and human errors contributed to the issues

• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance tasks with tool operators, especially in checking, cleaning, repairing, detecting and preventing problems

• Responsible for designing experiments for ion implantation at various dose, energy, tilt, and twist levels

REQUIREMENTS:

• Ms/PhD Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

• >3-5 years industrial experience for high power device design and modeling

• Extensive proficiency in medium to high energy/current ion implantation processes, including a comprehensive knowledge of implant equipment, equipment parts, and
troubleshooting techniques to minimize equipment downtime

• Good understanding of wide bandgap semiconductor materials and their corresponding dopant species

• Expertise in ion channeling, ion bombardment, and their impact on the implant species profile

• In-depth comprehension of defect formation and annihilation processes in the implanted region of semiconductors

• Familiarity with essential device properties resulting from ion implantation

• Adept at mentoring and transferring knowledge to junior staff members

ROLE:
IME is leading the effort to establish the industry leading Silicon Carbide R&D program. This program aims to advance 200mm Silicon Carbide technologies in various areas, such as epitaxy, device design, process integration & fabrication, and power module packaging. The main objective is to drive disruptive innovations in power device research, with a specific focus on >1.2KV power MOSFETs. These innovations are intended to enhance automotive technologies, vehicle electrification, safety measures, sustainable energy grids, and industrial automation. Key aspects to demonstrate for this role include high power device design, novel device concepts, doping design, gate oxidation, and wide-bandgap process simulations. To achieve this, we are seeking individual with extensive industry experience in using Synopsys/Silvaco TCAD simulator, relevant device characterization skills, design simulation development abilities, a willingness to mentor junior staffs, and strong interpersonal skills. The candidate will contribute to the wide-bandgap & Silicon Carbide team by utilizing their device knowledge, guiding team on device characterization, implementing state-of-art Silicon Carbide power MOSFETs (Planar, Trench & Super-Junction), and innovative novel power MOSFETs for future applications.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• TCAD modeling & simulation, novel high power device design, simulation, and device characterization

• Design and simulate high voltage Silicon Carbide MOSFETs (planar, trench, SJ MOSFET, IGBT) with a blocking voltage of >1.2K using Synopsys/Silvaco simulator

• Design & simulate practical and effective junction terminations

• Provide guidances on device structure, optimizing cell, power/performance analysis, process risk assessment, and recommendations for experimental split and improvement

• Develop and apply fundamental MOS device physics-based TCAD modelling & electric field management to calculate band structure, carrier transport, blocking voltage,
switching properties, and thermal management for vertical power devices in the presence of interface state density, gate oxide defects, and defects in Silicon Carbide

• Model transport and carrier scattering in devices operating in extreme ambient conditions

• Collaborate with diverse teams, including process integration, characterization, and circuit design engineers, to analyze and troubleshoot device-related issues during
development

• Serve as a resource for colleagues with less experience, and lead small projects with manageable risks and resource requirements

• Work closely with both internal and external customers to understand customer issues and align their demands. And grow this wide-bandgap team to ~5 headcounts in the
next 3 years.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• PhD in Electrical Engineering or related field

• >10 years industrial experience for high power device design and modeling

• Deep knowledge of high voltage, high power MOSFETs (including Planar, Trench, S-J MOSFETs, and IGBTs) design and device characterization on 4H-SiC & GaN substrates.

• Solid understanding of wide-bandgap semiconductor materials and the strong physics of MOSFET devices

• Ability to teach and transfer knowledge to junior staff members

• Ability to effectively communicate and plan with customers regarding their needs, issues, and demands

ROLE:
IME is leading the effort to establish the industry leading Silicon Carbide R&D program. This program aims to advance 200mm Silicon Carbide technologies in various areas, such as epitaxy, device design, process integration & fabrication, and power module packaging. The main objective is to drive disruptive innovations in power device research, with a specific focus on >1.2KV power MOSFETs. These innovations are intended to enhance automotive technologies, vehicle electrification, safety measures, sustainable energy grids, and industrial automation. Key aspects to demonstrate for this role include high power device design, novel device concepts, doping design, gate oxidation, and wide-bandgap process simulations. To achieve this, we are seeking individual with extensive industry experience in using Synopsys/Silvaco TCAD simulator, relevant device characterization skills, design simulation development abilities, a willingness to mentor junior staffs, and strong interpersonal skills. The candidate will contribute to the wide-bandgap & Silicon Carbide team by utilizing their device knowledge, guiding team on device characterization, implementing state-of-art Silicon Carbide power MOSFETs (Planar, Trench & Super-Junction), and innovative novel power MOSFETs for future applications.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• TCAD modeling & simulation, novel high power device design, simulation, and device characterization

• Design and simulate high voltage Silicon Carbide MOSFETs (planar, trench, SJ MOSFET, IGBT) with a blocking voltage of >1.2K using Synopsys/Silvaco simulator

• Design & simulate practical and effective junction terminations

• Provide guidances on device structure, optimizing cell, power/performance analysis, process risk assessment, and recommendations for experimental split and improvement

• Develop and apply fundamental MOS device physics-based TCAD modelling & electric field management to calculate band structure, carrier transport, blocking voltage,
switching properties, and thermal management for vertical power devices in the presence of interface state density, gate oxide defects, and defects in Silicon Carbide

• Model transport and carrier scattering in devices operating in extreme ambient conditions

• Collaborate with diverse teams, including process integration, characterization, and circuit design engineers, to analyze and troubleshoot device-related issues during
development

• Serve as a resource for colleagues with less experience, and lead small projects with manageable risks and resource requirements

• Work closely with both internal and external customers to understand customer issues and align their demands. And grow this wide-bandgap team to ~5 headcounts in the
next 3 years.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• PhD in Electrical Engineering or related field

• >10 years industrial experience for high power device design and modeling

• Deep knowledge of high voltage, high power MOSFETs (including Planar, Trench, S-J MOSFETs, and IGBTs) design and device characterization on 4H-SiC & GaN substrates.

• Solid understanding of wide-bandgap semiconductor materials and the strong physics of MOSFET devices

• Ability to teach and transfer knowledge to junior staff members

• Ability to effectively communicate and plan with customers regarding their needs, issues, and demands

Job Description:

• Actively working with cross functional stakeholders to plan and develop new lithography process
• Validate mask designs, reticle tape out and post tape out verifications
• Actively participate in internal and external technical discussions to overcome process related challenges and provide relevant solutions
• Perform process characterization, margin study to determine the process capability of new process platform
• Act as subject matter expert and resource for researchers and industry partners to enable process and/or product realization
• Publish process development outcomes and breakthroughs in research community
• Engage with relevant equipment makers/vendors and responsible for selecting and procuring research equipment
• Work with fab team in establishing SPC for newly developed processes

Job Requirements:

• Bachelors/Masters in Materials Science and Engineering, Physics, Electrical Engineering, or closely related fields are welcome to apply
• More than 5 years of relevant working experience in R&D and/or industry environment and broad exposure in handling 6”, 8” and/or 12” substrate covering nano to micron technology nodes, preferably in SiC/GaN/Photonics
• Proficient in Photolithography tools including Immersion/KrF/I-line Scanner/Stepper/Mask Aligner, knowledge in eBeam Lithography tool will be added advantage
• Hands-on experience in metrology including but not limited to CdSEM, Overlay, OCD, DRSEM, Microscope. Capable to create recipe to support various research requirements
• Knowledge in design and simulation (ProLith, OPC,etc), and reticle layouts (OAS,GDS) review and basic tape out process
• Equipped with Photolithography skill set including fundamental lithography theory, Photoresist characteristic and application, new process setup (swing curve, FEM, DoE, Statistic Root Cause Analysis and problem solving methodology, etc), optimization and margin improvement.
• Relevant hardware and application knowledge in Photolithography tools and metrology.
• Possess good interpersonal and oral/written communication skills, with ability to deliver clear and concise messages to both internal and external stakeholders.