R&D Semiconductor Integration Engineer

Coherent Corp.•Sherman, TX

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The R&D Semiconductor Integration Engineer manages integration of individual processes into fabrication flows for new products. The role defines new unit-process requirements and targets, designs and integrates wafer-fab process flows, and works with cross-functional partners to scale products to production and achieve manufacturing yield targets. It also defines test structures and layouts for fabricating and characterizing new device technologies and demonstrating margin for volume manufacturing. The engineer performs DC, small-signal RF, and optical device testing and characterization; establishes test plans; and collects and analyzes data. The role characterizes wafer-fab design rules in relation to device performance and characteristics, establishes design rules to support process margin and high product yield, and works with manufacturing to specify and verify critical in-line and PCM process-control metrics. The engineer applies knowledge of device/process interactions and process-integration issues to drive improvements, prepares process-technology transfer documentation for manufacturing, and participates in ongoing yield and performance improvement efforts. This is an on-site, full-time position. Regular computer and office-equipment use and interaction with team members and external contacts are part of the job. Employees must follow site EHS procedures and Coherent Corp. Corporate EHS standards. Depending on location, the role may also be responsible for executing and maintaining applicable ISO 9000, 9001, 14001, or other standards within the Quality Management System and Environmental Management System.

Requirements

Minimum M.S. in electrical engineering or a related field, with 5 years of relevant job experience.
Deep knowledge and understanding of III-V semiconductor devices and materials, including physics, TCAD simulation, fabrication processes, testing, and modeling.
Experience with New Product Introduction (NPI) and/or Product Lifecycle Management processes.
Experience working successfully within cross-functional teams and interacting with a broad range of functions, skills, cultures, and personalities.
Previous experience as a process or integration engineer in III-V electronics or opto-electronics.
In-depth understanding of all aspects of III-V compound semiconductor processing.
Familiarity with DC, small-signal RF, and optical testing and metrology of test structures.
Strong problem-solving, critical-thinking, and risk-management skills.
Strong communication, planning, and organizational skills.
Highly self-motivated with a strong multidisciplinary background.
Ability to adhere to company values (ICARE) in all aspects of the position.

Nice To Haves

Ph.D. in electrical engineering or a related field, with 2 years of relevant job experience.

Responsibilities

Manage integration of individual processes into fabrication flows for new products.
Define new unit-process requirements and targets, and design and integrate wafer-fab process flows.
Partner with Design, Process Engineering, Layout, Program Management, and Test to scale products to production and meet manufacturing yield targets.
Define and create test structures and layouts to fabricate and characterize new device technologies and demonstrate margin for volume manufacturing.
Perform DC, small-signal RF, and optical testing and characterization of devices; set up test plans; and collect and analyze data.
Characterize wafer-fab design rules in relation to device performance and characteristics, and establish design rules for process margin and high product yield.
Work with manufacturing to specify and verify critical in-line and PCM process-control metrics for high-volume manufacturing.
Apply understanding of device/process interactions and process-integration issues to drive improvements benefiting time to market.
Create documentation required to transfer process technology to manufacturing, including development data, process fingerprints, and process-control plans.
Participate in ongoing yield and performance improvement efforts.
Follow site EHS procedures and Coherent Corp. Corporate EHS standards.
Depending on location, execute and maintain applicable quality and environmental management standards.