Metals Process Engineer

Samsung Electronics • Taylor, TX

9d • $76,000 - $120,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Samsung Austin Semiconductor is seeking a Process Engineer to work with a team focused on establishing and maintaining world-class processes and equipment, improving yield, identifying complex problems, and implementing solutions. The role monitors wafer fabrication processes, qualifies processes on new tools, analyzes process data, and develops improvements to increase process capability.

The position is full-time and on-site. The current base salary range is $76,000 to $120,000. Total compensation includes a benefits package and may include incentive compensation based on organizational and individual performance.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or master's degree in Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering; Physics; Chemistry; Material Science; or Computer Science. New graduates must have a 3.0 GPA.
• Experience scripting in Python, VBA, or an equivalent language.
• Understanding of statistical methods and Change Point Management.
• Understanding of Lean, TPS, or 5S principles and structured problem-solving methods such as 8D or 7-step.
• Experience with software data analysis tools such as Spotfire, JMP, or Matlab.
• Experience troubleshooting equipment or process failures.
• Ability to wear a cleanroom suit and personal protective equipment.
• Ability to lift less than 35 pounds and work in a tight-fitting FAB environment, including sitting at a computer terminal for extended periods.
• Ability to work around yellow lights and blinking lights and discern audible alarms.
• Ability to potentially work with materials containing hazardous chemicals.

Responsibilities

• Monitor wafer fabrication processes by responding to in-line issues and determining dispositions for production wafers.
• Qualify wafer fabrication processes on new tools.
• Coordinate process qualification schedules and equipment downtime with manufacturing or equipment engineering.
• Use software to analyze data, identify trends, and make decisions about product processing.
• Make adjustments when process parameters are exceeded and monitor parameters when tools return from maintenance.
• Execute in-line changes (CPM) to processes or equipment.
• Communicate technical information within the department through presentations.
• Continuously revise Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Develop improved processes to increase capability.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• 401(k) matching with immediate vesting
• On-site cafés and workout facilities
• Paid maternity and paternity leave
• Paid time off, two personal holidays, and ten regular holidays
• Wellness incentives
• MBO bonuses may be available to eligible full-time employees based on company, division, and individual performance

What This Job Offers

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