Yield Engineer, Senior Principal

SkyWater Technology Foundry, Inc.•Bloomington, MN

1d•$158,960 - $238,440•Onsite

About The Position

SkyWater is hiring a highly skilled and experienced Semiconductor Yield Senior Principal Engineer to lead the integration of new technologies into our fab. The successful candidate will play a critical role in ensuring the smooth transition of new processes and technologies into production, with a primary focus on optimizing yield and quality. SkyWater offers an exciting environment where the brightest semiconductor minds come together to achieve exceptional results. We offer competitive salary and an opportunity to participate in incentive plans as well as other employee financial benefits, including 401k match, and life insurance. Additionally, SkyWater offers a comprehensive benefits package which promotes a healthy life. This includes benefit eligibility day one, medical, dental, mental health benefits, vision, legal planning, short- and long-term disability, paid time off, paid holidays, an on-site fitness facility, and an on-site self-serve market. SkyWater complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities unless doing so would cause an undue hardship. Alternative methods of applying for employment are available to individuals unable to submit an application through this site because of a disability. To request reasonable accommodations, to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Human Resources at 952-851-5200 or [email protected]. EOE, including disability/vets We will never ask applicants to pay fees, purchase equipment or gift cards, or provide financial information before a formal offer of employment has been accepted. If you receive a suspicious communication claiming to represent our company, please verify its authenticity by contacting our recruitment team at [email protected] before responding.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, or related field; advanced degree (MS/Ph.D.) preferred.
14+ years’ experience with BS, 10+ years of experience with MS, 7+ years of experience with PhD experience in semiconductor yield engineering, with a proven track record of success in yield improvement and technology integration.
Expertise in semiconductor fabrication processes, including photolithography, etch, deposition, and metrology.
Strong understanding of statistical analysis techniques and familiarity with yield modeling and simulation tools.
Proficiency in data analysis and visualization tools such as JMP, Python, or R.
Excellent problem-solving skills with a systematic approach to troubleshooting and root cause analysis.
Effective communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work cross-functionally and influence stakeholders at all levels.
Proven ability to lead projects and drive initiatives to successful completion in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Nice To Haves

Extensive hands-on experience in 90nm Bulk Silicon (Si) and Silicon-On-Insulator (SOI) technologies is a plus.

Responsibilities

Lead the development and implementation of strategies for integrating new semiconductor technologies into the fab environment.
Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including process engineers, device engineers, and manufacturing teams, to ensure seamless technology transfer and successful ramp-up to production.
Design and execute experiments to characterize new processes and technologies, identifying potential yield-limiting factors and developing solutions to address them.
Analyze yield data and perform root cause analysis to identify opportunities for improvement and drive continuous yield enhancement initiatives.
Develop and maintain comprehensive yield models to predict and optimize yield performance for new technology nodes.
Drive yield improvement projects through effective project management, including setting objectives, timelines, and milestones, and ensuring timely execution.
Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and technicians in yield analysis techniques and methodologies.
Stay abreast of industry trends and emerging technologies, continuously evaluating their potential impact on yield and recommending appropriate actions.
Work closely with equipment suppliers and external partners to evaluate new tools and technologies for potential adoption in the fab.