Ocotillo Technology Fabrication Litho Resist Track Module Engineer

Intel Corporation•Chandler, AZ

2d•$103,730 - $198,820•Onsite

About The Position

Join Intel and build a better tomorrow. Intel is in the midst of an exciting transformation, with a vision to create and extend computing technology to connect and enrich the lives of every person on Earth. Our high-volume manufacturing facility in Chandler, Arizona is looking for amazing talent. Join and help us create the next generation of technologies that will shape the future for decades to come. The Ocotillo Technology Fabrication (OTF) Module Engineer role is multifaceted. The ideal candidate will have a passion for instrumentation and equipment with the goal of developing a robust manufacturable process module.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical or related engineering STEM field with 4+ years of experience OR Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical or related engineering STEM field with 3+ years of experience OR PhD degree in Electrical Engineering, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical or related engineering STEM field with 6+ months of experience
Semiconductor Engineering experience
Experience supporting high-volume manufacturing ramps and technology transfers

Nice To Haves

Experience working in a semiconductor Foundry or OSAT (Outsourced Semiconductor Assembly and Test) company preferred
Experience working in a semiconductor factory as a technician or engineer prior to Engineering role
Statistics and experimental design; and the skills to apply that knowledge to tool matching, tool qualification, and process development
Technical and troubleshooting experience

Responsibilities

Strong understanding of TEL CLEAN TRACK / LITHIUS Pro V coat-develop track operation, including wafer flow, FOUP handling, transfer robotics, spin coat, develop, bake, chill, HMDS, EBR, backside rinse, and dispense modules
Working knowledge of lithography track processes such as resist coating, adhesion promotion, post-apply bake, post-exposure bake, development, defect control, CD / uniformity impacts, and process window sensitivity
Ability to troubleshoot tool and process issues using alarms, equipment logs, recipe settings, wafer history, SPC charts, metrology feedback, and defect / excursion data
Hands-on experience with preventive maintenance, module recovery, nozzle / dispense checks, robot and wafer transfer issues, thermal module performance, exhaust / drain systems, and chemical delivery concerns
Familiarity with safety and compliance expectations, including chemical handling, LOTO, gas and liquid line controls, cleanroom protocol, and escalation discipline
Demonstrated ability to lead and align a team of senior engineers, set technical direction, prioritize critical issues, mentor others, and drive accountability for timely execution and measurable results
Experience with working with chem suppliers and managing supply and demand
Owns critical high volume manufacturing equipment and processes that enable rapid device miniaturization and the mass production of integrated circuits
Conducts tests and measurements of their operations to ensure control over critical dimensions and defectivity of the process line
Recommends and implements modifications for operating the equipment in order to improve production efficiencies, manufacturing techniques and optimizing production output for existing products, to meet safety, quality and cost indicator goals
Grows in-situ manufacturing capacity to high volumes to demonstrate the technology capability while simultaneously transferring the technology to counterparts in manufacturing sites across the globe
Owns execution of maintenance and repair activities for equipment and relevant module of components
Initiates and owns the continuous improvement of equipment and process for key performance indicators (e.g., safety, quality, cost, productivity, defects, and yield) and works with equipment suppliers as required
Owns process development line items aligned to high volume process nodes
Participates in the transfer of technology to other sites through training and audit of installation and qualification outcomes to ensure matched processing across sites
Owns development and optimization of excursion prevention systems for the equipment and process
Owns detection of discrepant material or activities of the equipment and process
During factory ramps, owns equipment install/conversion and qualification to ensure tools are installed safely and on schedule, while meeting all quality/matching criteria (from design through Safety Level 1 and Safety Level Supplier milestones, Intel qual and manufacturing readiness processes)