Physicist/Scientist V

Applied MaterialsSanta Clara, CA
Onsite

About The Position

Applied Materials is the global leader in materials science and engineering solutions that are at the foundation of virtually every new semiconductor chip and advanced display in the world. The equipment that we create and service is essential to advancing AI and accelerating the commercialization of next-generation semiconductor chips. Join us and push the boundaries of materials science and engineering in a company at the foundation of the electronics industry. The work we do together advances the world’s technology. We are looking to hire a highly motivated, hands-on technical individual to support our OPC/resist modeling/SMO for our cutting-edge optical devices. This position will be in our advanced lithography group.

Requirements

  • MS or Ph.D Degree in Materials Science and Engineering, Electric Engineering or equivalent.
  • 10 - 15 Years
  • 5 or more years of hands on experience in OPC, resist modeling, SMO in semiconductor Computation lithography
  • Direct experience in lithography process is a plus
  • Strong problem solving and creative thinking skills
  • In-depth knowledge of lithography materials and process
  • Quick learner and flexibility in working time
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills both internally and externally

Responsibilities

  • Technically lead and/or execute engineering projects and spearhead research and development of new technologies as appropriate.
  • Defines experiments and determines the type of meaningful data required to support evaluation and technical decision.
  • Lead and/or develop and executes significantly complex system projects.
  • Approve qualification results of complex modules.
  • Problem identification and troubleshooting a wide range of significantly complex problems.
  • Function as specialist for physics/scientists’ issues, while influencing and utilizing expertise in interfacing with external and internal customers, lead and/or develop and execute system projects, troubleshooting system problems, and defining system specifications and schedules.
  • Regularly interacts with senior managers on matters involving several functional areas, departments or customers concerning projects, operations and schedules. Interactions require the ability to change thinking or gain the acceptance of others in sensitive situations.
  • Apply advanced principles, theories, and concepts. Contributes to the development of new principles and concepts.
  • Takes an active part in product risk management discussions leveraging his / her expertise and knowledge to influence and drive risk management decisions.
  • Research new technologies and analyze competition technology.
  • Evaluate new technologies.
  • Plan and execute complex feasibility studies of new technologies and lead the decision-making process.
  • Prepare and deliver papers or readouts regarding new technologies, share and promote new ideas and capabilities.
  • Ownership of OPC KW
  • Ownership of resist modeling, sampling plan and data cleaning
  • Ownership of SMO/RET downselection
  • Maintain the OPC infrastructure
  • Provide mentoring for less experienced physicist/scientists
  • Present OPC and modeling verification readouts to the team before the final tape out

Benefits

  • supportive work culture that encourages you to learn, develop, and grow your career
  • comprehensive benefits package
  • participation in a bonus and a stock award program
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