Thin Film Process Development Engineer (Writer) (49950)

HEADWAY TECHNOLOGIES INC•Milpitas, CA

7d•$121,000 - $160,000

About The Position

Under the direction of the Director of Thin Film Process Development Engineering, the Thin Film Process Development Engineer is responsible for developing, monitoring, sustaining, and supporting advanced writer film, PMR, TAMR or other sensor processes for new and prototype products; designing and conducting advanced wafer experiments, analyzing the data, and reporting the results; developing and implementing new practices or methodologies which reduce cost and improve operational efficiency; conducting root cause analysis and implementing corrective action; developing and implementing procedures for transitioning new products into the production line; and reviewing, updating, and maintaining documentation and process instructions. This position is located in Milpitas, California.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, or Physics, and/or equivalent relevant experience; PhD preferred
Three years of hands’ on experience in PVD/IBD/CVD/ALD/PECVD technology
Strong industry experience working in the magnetic recording head, hard disk drive, or semiconductor industry in a thin film process development engineering role
Strong knowledge and experience using JMP, SPC, or similar software
Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Applications
Strong knowledge and experience of PVD, IBD, CVD, ALD, PECVD processes in PMR, TAMR, and other writer area
Strong knowledge and hands-on experience of thin film manufacturing processes, practices, and techniques
Strong knowledge of wafer fabrication processing techniques and tools such as PVD, IBD, CVD, ALD, and PECVD
Knowledge and ability to use Microsoft Office applications to create spreadsheets, Word documents, and presentations
Able to design experiments, analyze results, and recommend corrective action in order to reduce scrap and improve yield
Able to use critical thinking to resolve issues, conduct root cause analysis, and make recommendations for process improvements
Able to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with all levels of contractors, consultants, employees, and management
Able to work productively and collaboratively with all levels of employees and management
Able to comply with all safety policies and procedures
Demonstrated organizational and time management skills
Demonstrated problem-solving and trouble shooting skills
Flexible and able to prioritize

Nice To Haves

PhD preferred

Responsibilities

Develops, sustains, and supports advanced thin film processes for new and prototype products; develops and implements novel approaches to improve and optimize PMR, TAMR and advanced writer processes
Develops and implements practices or methodologies which reduce cost and improve operational efficiency
Conducts root cause analysis and implements corrective action if required
Develops and implements processes or procedures for transitioning new products into the production line
Resolves process issues related to material selection; recommends corrective action
Reviews, updates, and maintains documentation and process instructions
Instructs operators and technicians on processes and procedures, including modifications to existing procedures
Partners with equipment and maintenance personnel in order to minimize tool down time and integrate new tools into the production line
Designs and conducts advanced experiments, analyzes data, and develops recommendations for improving the performance or reducing cost based on test results
Partners with other groups and departments, including process and product engineering to develop and implement new processes which reduce scrap and improve yield
Responds to inquiries from other team members, managers, or departments
Adheres to all safety policies and procedures as required
Performs other duties of a similar nature or level