Sr. Process Engineer

Plasma-Therm LLC•Saint Petersburg, FL

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About The Position

Responsible for advanced process development of plasma-based etch and deposition processes for a variety of materials and applications. The role independently proposes, designs, develops, and tests processes according to requirements from Plasma-Therm or its customers, working both individually and as a senior engineer on project teams. It requires effective communication within Plasma-Therm and with customers. The position also provides technical support and troubleshooting, demonstrates equipment and process capability, and supports customers throughout and after the sales cycle. The normal work environment includes a business office, manufacturing laboratory, and support areas such as production, test, and stockroom. Work may also take place on a production floor, in a laboratory in the field, or at a customer site. The role may involve exposure to moving mechanical parts, electrical shock risks, and toxic or caustic chemicals. The employee must wear safety equipment and follow safety instructions. Routine physical activities include sitting, standing, walking, touching, seeing, and hearing; occasional lifting or moving of up to 25 pounds may be required. Correctable vision to 20/20 and hearing with corrective devices are required. The position requires travel as needed, including travel of up to 60% to customer sites for Final Acceptance Testing, technical tradeshows, and symposia. Plasma-Therm is an equal employment opportunity employer and provides reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities when requested and necessary.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Materials Sciences, Physics, or Chemistry and a minimum of five years of work experience in the job offered or a related field of advanced plasma process development; or a master’s degree in one of those fields and a minimum of three years of such work experience.
A minimum of three years of experience with semiconductor processing.
Valid driver’s license, clean driving record, major credit card for business travel, and passport.
Clear understanding of applications of plasma processing.
Comprehensive knowledge of analytical equipment, such as Nanospec TFA, SEM, and surface profilometer.
Ability to develop, prepare, and present complex technical material for presentation or publication.
Ability to communicate effectively interdepartmentally and externally with vendors and customers.
Ability to interpret blueprints, drawings, schematics, technical journals and papers, and related material.
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions using formal problem-solving methodologies.
Ability to travel as needed in support of trade shows, scientific symposia, or customer requests; travel may be up to 60%.
Ability to read technical articles in English and communicate verbally and in writing in English.
Ability to use a computer and familiarity with business and scientific software.
Ability to work on a production floor, in a laboratory in the field, or at a customer site without physical impediments.
Ability to wear safety equipment and follow safety instructions.
Vision correctable to 20/20 and ability to hear with corrective devices.

Nice To Haves

Technical publication is encouraged, with or without customer collaboration.

Responsibilities

Form detailed plans to achieve project goals in line with equipment capability and within an appropriate timeframe.
Propose, design, perform, and analyze processes, and propose and assist with equipment modifications to meet customer specifications or Plasma-Therm requirements.
Prepare technical reports for customers and/or Plasma-Therm detailing laboratory testing results on assigned projects.
Work effectively in multidisciplinary teams as a senior engineer.
Write reports for external publication.
Contribute to the preparation of technical sales material.
Perform customer presentations.
Conduct technical visits during and after the sales cycle.
Provide technical support and product-line troubleshooting in the field.
Demonstrate equipment and process capability during internal factory acceptances (IAT) and Final Acceptance (FAT) at customer sites.
Apply formal problem-solving methodologies to solve problems at customer sites.
Perform technical specification reviews.
Contribute to preparing and prosecuting patent applications.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Be aware of and adhere to applicable Plasma-Therm Safety & Health, Quality, and Environmental processes.
Act as a technical mentor for other engineers.