Staff Metrology Engineer

Wolfspeed•Marcy, NY

About The Position

Recommends and implements equipment and process modifications to improve production efficiencies, manufacturing techniques and production yields for existing products. Experience with Metrology tools such as CD-SEM, spectroscopic ellipsometry, XRF, XRD, SIMS, AFM, optical CD, capacitance-voltage (CV), hall measurements. Routine data analysis and Statistical Process Chart (SPC) review to identify trends and shifts. Establish relationships across various departments to drive cohesive learning and cross functional problem solving. Develops and conducts statistical analysis such as Design of Experiments (DOE) and Statistical Process Control (SPC) targeting physical cause of failure for yield loss and improving quality. Interacts with product design and development personnel to ensure that processes and designs are compatible. Perform Measurement System Analysis (MSA), Gage R&R, and tool to tool matching on a wide range of semiconductor measurement systems. Report and document process issues and equipment malfunctions. Take corrective action and interact with Process Engineers & Equipment Maintenance to identify and resolve non-conformance process and equipment operations. Handle material dispositions and work to resolve any lot issues that may arise. Assist in creating new procedures and refining existing ones. Work collaboratively to achieve quarterly set yield and cycle time goals. Work with and train junior engineers and process technicians.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Physics, or related STEM field
5+ years of metrology engineering experience in a high-volume semiconductor FAB
Hands-on experience with specific metrology tools (CD-SEM, spectroscopic ellipsometry, XRF, XRD, SIMS, AFM, optical CD, capacitance-voltage (CV), hall measurements)
Proficiency with SPC software and statistical methods (DOE, Gage R&R, MSA)

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in a relevant STEM discipline
Experience with SiC (silicon carbide) or other wide bandgap semiconductor processes
Familiarity with specific metrology platforms (e.g., CD-SEM, ellipsometry, XRF, AFM, optical profilometry, overlay metrology)
Proficiency in data analysis tools such as JMP, Minitab, Python, or R
Prior experience mentoring or leading junior engineers

Responsibilities

Recommends and implements equipment and process modifications to improve production efficiencies, manufacturing techniques and production yields for existing products.
Routine data analysis and Statistical Process Chart (SPC) review to identify trends and shifts.
Establish relationships across various departments to drive cohesive learning and cross functional problem solving.
Develops and conducts statistical analysis such as Design of Experiments (DOE) and Statistical Process Control (SPC) targeting physical cause of failure for yield loss and improving quality.
Interacts with product design and development personnel to ensure that processes and designs are compatible.
Perform Measurement System Analysis (MSA), Gage R&R, and tool to tool matching on a wide range of semiconductor measurement systems.
Report and document process issues and equipment malfunctions.
Take corrective action and interact with Process Engineers & Equipment Maintenance to identify and resolve non-conformance process and equipment operations.
Handle material dispositions and work to resolve any lot issues that may arise.
Assist in creating new procedures and refining existing ones.
Work collaboratively to achieve quarterly set yield and cycle time goals.
Work with and train junior engineers and process technicians.