Engineering Technician, 2 pm to 10 pm, Monday-Friday

Entegris•Aurora, IL

3d•$24 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

Entegris is seeking an Engineering Technician II to join its Cleanroom/MS team at its Aurora, Illinois facility. The role performs technical tests and experiments supporting process engineering within R&D, including CMP test runs, cleanroom processing and metrology, data collection and analysis, and preparation of records used to evaluate process performance, identify yield issues, and test new products. The technician prepares experiments, operates CMP polishers and associated cleaning and metrology equipment, conducts polishing experiments under defined plans and cleanroom procedures, troubleshoots processes and equipment, and documents and summarizes results. The role also collaborates with engineers and scientists, contributes practical recommendations to experiment design, supports continuous improvement, and helps evaluate and develop processes for new cleanroom tools. The position is scheduled for second shift, 2 p.m. to 10 p.m., Monday through Friday.

Requirements

Experience working on engineering projects or equivalent relevant technical experience is required.
Ability to operate wafer-metrology equipment and accurately interpret measurement results.
Ability to interpret CMP polishing end-point traces.
Ability to work independently, manage ambiguity, and exercise sound technical judgment.
Strong planning, organization, attention to detail, accountability, teamwork, and communication skills.
Ability to recognize and respond to internal customer needs collaboratively and efficiently.
Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Availability to work second shift and support the cleanroom operating schedule and experimental needs.

Nice To Haves

Associate or bachelor’s degree in an engineering or related technical field.
Knowledge of and hands-on experience with chemical mechanical planarization (CMP).
Experience with defectivity metrology.
Experience with JMP, Minitab, SAS, or similar statistical-analysis software.

Responsibilities

Prepare experiments, including wafer preparation, thickness and defect measurements, log-sheet preparation, and recipe programming.
Set up and operate CMP polishers, including Mirra and Reflexion systems, as well as wafer-cleaning and metrology equipment.
Conduct polishing experiments using blanket and patterned wafers in accordance with experimental plans and cleanroom procedures.
Troubleshoot process and equipment issues during experiments, including identifying potential sources of polishing variation.
Collect experimental data, perform preliminary analysis, and accurately document results.
Prepare records, charts, graphs, and experiment summaries for review by engineers and scientists.
Provide practical input and recommendations on polishing-experiment feasibility and design.
Collaborate with engineers and scientists during process-development activities.
Participate in planning and executing cleanroom and product-line continuous improvement initiatives.
Identify opportunities to improve cleanroom workflow, experimental execution, equipment utilization, and efficiency.
Assist with evaluation and process development of new cleanroom tools, including polishers, metrology systems, and cleaning equipment.
Maintain records of experimental methods and data, and update procedures and documentation as improvements are implemented.
Promote a safe work environment and share responsibility for the safety of shift coworkers.