Yield Development Engineer

Intel Corporation • Hillsboro, OR

6d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Role and Impact As a Yield Development Engineer, you will play a critical role in advancing Intel's cutting-edge semiconductor technologies. You will be part of a team responsible for driving yield improvement strategies that span the entire lifecycle of a technology node, from research and development through high-volume manufacturing. Your contributions will directly influence Intel's ability to maintain its leadership in the semiconductor industry, ensuring the success of innovative silicon solutions that shape the future of computing. Collaborating with cross-functional teams, you will develop methods and tools to analyze vast data sets, identify yield limiters, and implement process changes that enable Intel to achieve its yield milestones. This role promises an opportunity to shape groundbreaking technologies and generate impactful advancements for the industry and beyond.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Physical Sciences, Computer Science, or a related field and 6+ years of experience in semiconductor processing, semiconductor devices, or nanotechnology.
• OR Master's degree in Engineering, Physical Sciences, Computer Science, or a related field and 4+ years of experience in semiconductor processing, semiconductor devices, or nanotechnology.
• OR Ph.D. in Engineering, Physical Sciences, Computer Science, or a related field and 2+ years of experience in semiconductor processing, semiconductor devices, or nanotechnology.
• Depending on the degree obtained, the listed amount of experience will also be needed for the following: Experience with nano scale metrology including optical or electrical beam technique.

Nice To Haves

• Proven ability to collaborate in cross-functional teams and matrixed organizations.
• Proficiency in yield modeling methodologies, data analysis systems, and machine learning techniques.
• Experience with fault isolation, failure analysis tools, and techniques such as electrical testing, optical probing, and layout studies.
• Expertise in Statistical Process Control (SPC) and Design of Experiments (DOE) principles.
• Strong project management skills with demonstrated self-initiative and ability to drive strategic objectives in complex environments.
• Expertise in semiconductor physics and advanced device interactions modeling.
• Experience maintaining and troubleshooting semiconductor equipment.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and present yield strategies to technical and business stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Perform statistical analysis to construct accurate process development roadmaps and drive technology yield milestones.
• Analyze and consolidate diverse data sources to identify defect modes and create yield models.
• Develop multivariate algorithms for high-volume data analysis to identify root cause yield limiters.
• Extract insights from structured and unstructured data using machine learning, coding techniques, and advanced statistical methods.
• Collaborate with process integration, defect engineering, and electrical fault isolation teams to debug yield detractors and propose solutions.
• Conduct fault isolation and failure analysis to determine the root cause of yield-impacting issues.
• Develop tools and systems that transform manufacturing data into actionable yield improvement strategies.
• Work closely with design teams to resolve product-related yield issues and improve manufacturability.
• Execute new product introductions and participate in factory task forces to ensure process optimization.

Benefits

• We offer a total compensation package that ranks among the best in the industry. It consists of competitive pay, stock bonuses, and benefit programs which include health, retirement, and vacation.
• Find out more about the benefits of working at Intel.

What This Job Offers

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