NMSI F11x Thin Films Senior Module Engineer

Intel•Rio Rancho, NM

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Thin Films Senior Process Engineer will support PVD, CVD, and ALD technologies for dielectric and metal thin-film deposition in a high-volume manufacturing environment. This role involves applying advanced expertise in thin-film deposition processes to drive continuous improvement, collaborating with partners for manufacturing enhancements, and owning manufacturing processes and/or equipment to achieve key performance indicators (KPIs). The engineer will also develop strategic plans for complex projects, support capacity expansion and technology transfer, partner with vendors for troubleshooting and efficiency improvements, lead process development, design excursion prevention systems, lead equipment installation and qualification, and drive root cause analysis for process and equipment issues.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science & Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field, plus 4+ years of semiconductor manufacturing process engineering experience; or Master's degree in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science & Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field, plus 2+ years of semiconductor manufacturing process engineering experience.

Nice To Haves

Strong knowledge of semiconductor manufacturing processes, process flows, equipment troubleshooting, and Model-Based Problem Solving (MBPS) methodologies.
Experience partnering with vendor field service engineers and manufacturing/engineering technicians to improve equipment performance and reliability.
Demonstrated technical expertise with a proven track record of driving quality improvements and process optimization initiatives.
Experience serving as a Tool Owner and/or Process Owner in technology development, transfer, or high-volume manufacturing environments.
Hands-on experience supporting Thin Films processes and deposition equipment.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to leverage data to identify trends and implement sustainable process improvements.
Previous experience leading projects, mentoring engineers, or providing technical leadership within a team environment.
Proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced, cross-functional manufacturing organization.

Responsibilities

Apply advanced expertise in thin-film deposition processes to drive continuous improvement in process performance, sustainment, and technology development.
Collaborate with upstream and downstream partners to deliver manufacturing improvements through strong cross-functional engagement and stakeholder management.
Own manufacturing processes and/or equipment, ensuring achievement of key performance indicators (KPIs) including safety, quality, cost, productivity, defect reduction, and yield improvement.
Develop and execute strategic plans for complex projects, coordinating timelines and dependencies across multiple teams and initiatives.
Support manufacturing capacity expansion and technology transfer activities to enable successful ramp-to-volume production.
Partner with equipment vendors and cross-functional stakeholders to troubleshoot technical challenges, improve tool performance, and enhance operational efficiency.
Lead process development initiatives that support current and next-generation high-volume manufacturing technologies.
Design and optimize excursion prevention and detection systems to strengthen process control and minimize manufacturing risk.
Lead equipment installation, conversion, qualification, and readiness activities during factory ramps, ensuring all tools are deployed safely, on schedule, and in compliance with quality and manufacturing standards.
Drive root cause analysis and implement corrective actions to resolve process and equipment-related issues while improving overall manufacturing stability and performance.