Experienced Metrology Equipment Engineer

Samsung Electronics • Austin, TX

2d • $106,000 - $145,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Samsung Austin Semiconductor is seeking a motivated engineer or data scientist to work with a team focused on establishing and maintaining world-class inspection and measurement equipment. The role supports yield enhancement and requires identifying complex problems and implementing solutions. The position is full-time and on-site at Samsung Austin Semiconductor.

The engineer manages department FDC trend analysis using statistics and data science, monitors wafer fabrication equipment, qualifies new manufacturing equipment, and coordinates qualification schedules and equipment downtime with manufacturing. The role uses software to analyze data and guide product-processing decisions; adjusts equipment parameters when limits are exceeded; monitors process parameters after maintenance; executes in-line changes (CPM); communicates technical information through presentations; revises SOPs; develops capability-improving processes; and monitors operating costs while developing cost-reduction projects.

Candidates must hold a relevant bachelor's, master's, or doctoral degree and have at least two years of semiconductor experience. Metrology equipment experience is preferred. Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship and able to follow cleanroom and PPE protocols, including lifting up to 25 pounds.

The stated base salary range is $106,000–$145,000. Total compensation includes a benefits package and may include incentive compensation. Eligible full-time employees may receive MBO bonuses based on company, division, and individual performance. Employment may be contingent on satisfying applicable U.S. export-control requirements.

Requirements

• BS, MS, or PhD in Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering; Physics; Chemistry; Material Science; Statistics; Mathematics; Data Science; or Computer Science.
• At least 2 years of semiconductor experience.
• Experience troubleshooting equipment or process failures.
• Exposure to structured problem solving, such as 8D or 7-step methods.
• Understanding of statistical methods.
• Good presentation and technical writing skills.
• Understanding of Change Point Management and Lean, TPS, or 5S principles.
• Ability to wear a cleanroom suit and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) under SAS FAB protocol and lift up to 25 lbs.
• Eligible to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• Metrology equipment experience.
• Experience scripting in Python, VBA, or an equivalent language.
• Experience with data analysis software such as Spotfire, JMP, or Matlab.

Responsibilities

• Manage department FDC trend analysis using statistics and data science.
• Monitor wafer fabrication equipment and respond to issues.
• Qualify new manufacturing equipment.
• Coordinate equipment qualification schedules and equipment downtime with manufacturing.
• Analyze data with software, identify trends, and use findings to make product-processing decisions.
• Adjust equipment when parameters are exceeded and monitor process parameters after tools return from maintenance.
• Execute in-line changes (CPM) to the process or equipment.
• Communicate technical information within the department through presentations.
• Continuously revise Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Develop improved processes to increase capability.
• Monitor operations costs and develop cost-reduction projects.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life insurance.
• 401(k) matching with immediate vesting.
• Onsite cafés and workout facilities.
• Paid maternity and paternity leave.
• Paid time off (PTO), 2 personal holidays, and 10 regular holidays.
• Wellness incentives.
• Eligible full-time employees may receive MBO bonuses based on company, division, and individual performance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level