Principal Process Engineer

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Company: TEL

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Job Description

TTCA Job Description for Principal Process Engineer Lithography and Patterning

Position Summary:

As a Principal Process Engineer, you will play a leading role in TEL exploring and developing advanced EUV patterning solutions and innovative hardware technology. A deep understanding of the relationships between process, materials, structures, and patterning performance is ideal. Hands-on experience in semiconductor process environments is preferred. A passionate drive, a curious mind and a collaborative spirit are expected.

Qualities: Solves complex problems; takes a broad perspective to identify innovative solutions. Works independently, requiring minimal guidance. Will work with cross-functional teams across various locations.

Required Skills:

• Experience in advanced EUV Lithographic processes for semiconductor manufacturing.
• Deep understanding of and experience working with photoresist chemistries.
• Demonstrated understanding of measurement techniques used to characterize chemical, physical and electrical properties of materials, with demonstrated experience in at least one technique.
• Working understanding of the relationship between a device’s design, material composition and its functional behavior.
• Enjoys working in team-oriented, diverse and collaborative environments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Work collaboratively to define the process evaluations and modify the process flow as needed to achieve needed results.
• Be able to work in clean room environment including operation of lithography and metrology equipment. This includes but is not limited to ASML scanners, coater/developer tracks, CD-SEM, X-SEM, and thin film measurement tools.
• Work collaboratively in Joint development environments with partners and customers.
• Interface with unit process engineers on process flows and drive process improvements to meet structural and electrical targets.
• Define project plans that will take the process from inception to execution on Si wafer.
• Build the flows in a semiconductor MES system such as SiView.
• Manage the logistics of moving wafers between multiple locations both within the company and with partners and customers.
• Design experiments and analyze data using proper statistical methods
• Understand and analyze both inline and electrical test data.
• Be able to present projects plans and results at both a technical and executive level.
• Drive generation of IP. IP disclosure filings as well as publication papers and conference proceedings are expected of this position.

Qualifications:

• PhD in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or Material Science with research experience preferred.
• 10+ years experience as a research professional in the semiconductor industry.
• Extensive experience including a demonstrable track record (e.g., via patents, publications, and industry recognition) in advanced patterning and lithography.
• Hands on experience in patterning, cleans, physical and electrical test vehicles and measurement techniques.
• Excellent collaboration and communication skills.
• 15% travel required for internal and external meetings.
• Experience with Japanese business culture is a plus.

Salary Ranges
$163,774.98 – $203,325.01

Individual pay is determined based on multiple factors, including but not limited to location, experience, skills, job-related knowledge, relevant education, certifications, and/or training. In addition to base salary, we offer (full time regular employees ) a comprehensive benefits package and for certain roles eligibility in our bonus plan and long-term incentives as applicable. The talent advisor can share more details about total compensation for the role in your location during the hiring process.

Diversity creates an innovative culture. TEL US is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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