Sr. Yield Enhancement Engineer

TSMC • Camas, WA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Join TSMC Washington and help power the future of technology. At TSMC, we don't just make semiconductors; we innovate to transform industries and enhance lives. As the world’s leading semiconductor foundry, we partner with top tech companies to drive advancements in industries such as healthcare, automotive, consumer electronics, and renewable energy. At TSMC Washington, you'll thrive where innovation meets precision manufacturing, and integrity guides our high standards and customer trust. Our visionary leaders collaborate with clients to achieve groundbreaking results, ensuring our leadership in the semiconductor sector. Explore career opportunities with TSMC Washington and join a company with a commitment to excellence and innovation.

As a Yield Enhancement (Defect) Engineer, this position will be working within the PIE department in a dynamic and fast paced environment where sustain semiconductor manufacturing line stability is a critical company mission.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or above STEM related field of study required
• Hands on experience with analytical instrumentation/metrology equipment (data acquisition and interpretation)
• Team player with strong communication skills
• Detail oriented with excellent trouble shooting and problem solving skills
• Project management capability
• Familiarly with SPC concept practice and statistical data analysis
• Self-starting highly motivated individuals
• 5+ years related experience

Nice To Haves

• Programming or semiconductor fabrication experience a plus

Responsibilities

• Will utilize a variety of metrology equipment (bright-field/Dark-field wafer scan tools, OM, SEM/EDX) to analyze in process semiconductor wafers for defect related abnormalities
• In depth investigation of defect detection for rapid source assignment by accurate characterization of defect type and identification of probably processing cause.
• Maintain baseline defect stability by routine statistical performance evaluation, generating technical reports and leading cross team improvement activities with multiple equipment and process engineering departments.
• Create, maintain and enhance standard operating procedures for yes team accuracy and efficiently.
• Understanding of entire semiconductor wafer process flow from bare wafer to final paramedic electrical testing.
• Transferring new products and technologies from TSMC headquarters.
• Reviewing daily WAT and online/offline abnormal signal and implementing containment and preventative actions.
• Collaborating with FAB engineering team to improve yield and WAY stability and reduce process defects.
• Providing technical support to mixed signal customers.
• Customized structure process integration development.

Benefits

• Employees and their families are offered access to comprehensive coverage, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, our wellbeing program, as well as basic life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment insurance.
• Additionally, employees can enroll in our 401(k) plan with an employer match and participate in the employee stock purchase program. Employees receive 12 recognized holidays per year and accrue 120 hours of paid time off annually their first year.
• Onsite amenities include a fitness center, a game room, on-site physical therapist, and a subsidized café where meals cost as low as $6 a day!
• This position is also eligible for a Sign-On Bonus depending on various factors.
• This position is also eligible for a Relocation Bonus depending on various factors.
• TSMC’s total compensation package also includes market-competitive pay, profit sharing and incentive bonuses, and tuition assistance.

What This Job Offers

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