Process Engineer-Contract

TEL•Albany, NY

2d•Onsite

About The Position

TEL is seeking a Process Engineer for a contract role in Albany, NY. This position involves supporting the development and improvement of plasma etch processes. The role offers different levels (I, II, or III) with increasing responsibilities and experience requirements. The Process Engineer will define process formulations, coordinate design reviews, compile data to optimize process parameters, and execute plasma etch process development and optimization projects. Responsibilities range from learning basic engineering concepts to managing complex engineering projects and driving continuous improvement initiatives.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Chemistry, Materials Science, or related field
Process Engineer I: No experience necessary. Previous experience or relevant internship preferred but is not required.
Process Engineer II: 2 years of relevant experience
Process Engineer III: 5 years of relevant experience
Basic understanding of semiconductor or hardware manufacturing processes.
Familiarity with process development, pilot plant operations, and data analysis.
Ability to follow established procedures and learn new technical concepts.
Detail-oriented and analytical mindset with problem-solving capabilities.
Solid knowledge of semiconductor or hardware processing techniques and tooling.
Proficient in statistical process control and data-driven problem solving.
Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize work effectively.
Moderate project leadership and cross-functional collaboration skills.
Deep technical expertise in semiconductor or hardware manufacturing processes.
Strong analytical and project management skills.
Expertise with design of experiments (DOE), statistical analysis, and process control.
Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and manages stakeholder relationships.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience or relevant internship preferred but is not required (for Process Engineer I)

Responsibilities

Support the development and improvement of plasma etch processes.
Define process formulations and requirements for processing or handling equipment.
Coordinate design requirement reviews with engineering and scientific teams.
Compile and evaluate test data to determine process limits and variables.
Assist in planning and conceptualizing projects related to process development or equipment automation.
Learn and apply professional engineering concepts and company policies to resolve routine process issues.
Execute plasma etch process development and optimization projects.
Apply technical expertise to improve process efficiency and quality.
Coordinate cross-functional teams as necessary.
Lead development and implementation of process modifications and optimizations in pilot and production environments.
Define equipment requirements and review processing methods for compatibility and efficiency.
Analyze data to establish process control limits and troubleshoot process deviations.
Collaborate with design engineers and manufacturing teams to resolve process-related challenges.
Support automation and new technology evaluations for process improvements.
Mentor junior engineers and contribute to departmental best practices.
Manage complex engineering projects, leading cross-functional teams, and driving continuous improvement initiatives in plasma etching process.
Lead and manage multiple process development and improvement projects with measurable impact on quality and yield.
Develop advanced process control strategies and equipment specifications.
Evaluate and implement new technologies, materials, and automation tooling.
Collaborate with R&D, manufacturing, and quality groups to ensure process robustness and scalability.
Provide technical guidance and mentorship to less experienced engineers.
Contribute to departmental policies and standards related to process engineering.