Etch Process Engineer - Days

Position Summary

Samsung Austin Semiconductor is seeking a skilled Process Engineer to join our team in the semiconductor industry. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining and improving our wafer fabrication processes, identifying complex problems, and implementing solutions to drive yield enhancement.

Role and Responsibilities

Here's what you'll be responsible for

• Monitor and respond to in-line issues in the wafer fabrication etch process, ensuring timely disposition of wafers.
• Qualify wafer fabrication etch processes on advanced tools.
• Coordinate process qualifications and equipment downtime with manufacturing and equipment teams.
• Analyze data using software tools to identify trends and inform processing decisions.
• Adjust process parameters as needed and monitor equipment performance after maintenance.
• Executes change point management on Etch processes / equipment
• Continuously update Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)

Here's what you'll need

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant Engineering field.
• 1+ year of experience in a related field.
• Experience with 300mm Dry Etch processes.
• Familiarity with equipment platforms such as Lam, AMAT, TEL, Mattson, Hitachi, and/or PSK.
• Understanding of Statistical Process Control (SPC) methods and their implementation.
• Familiarity with Advanced Process Control (APC) techniques and its usage
• Knowledge of basic chemistry, scientific methods, and experimental design principles
• Strong verbal and written communication skills for effective collaboration with the team and other departments
• Basic understanding of wafer fabrication processes.
• Familiarity with advanced statistical methods
• Ability to follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and technical documents.

Pay and benefits

The current base salary range for this role is between $70,480 - $179,090. Individual base pay rates will depend on factors including duties, work location, education, skills, qualifications and experience. Total compensation for this position will include a competitive benefits package and may include participation in company incentive compensation programs, which are based on factors to include organizational and individual performance.

Day Shifts Include

A Shift - Sunday through Tuesday (6:45am - 7:15pm) with alternating Wednesdays

C Shift - Thursday through Saturday (6:45am - 7:15pm) with alternating Wednesdays

Total Rewards

At Samsung Austin Semiconductor, base pay is just one part of our total compensation package. The base compensation for this role will depend on education, experience, skills, and location.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance and 401(k) matching with immediate vesting
• Onsite café(s) and workout facilities
• Paid maternity and paternity leave
• Paid time off (PTO) + 2 personal holidays and 10 regular holidays
• Wellness incentives and MORE

• Eligible full-time employees (salaried or hourly) may also receive MBO bonuses based on company, division, and individual performance.
• All positions at Samsung Austin Semiconductor are full-time on-site.

Trade Secrets

By submitting an application, you agree not to disclose to Samsung or induce or encourage Samsung to use any confidential or proprietary information (including trade secrets) belonging to a current or former employer or other entity.

• Please visit Samsung membership to see Privacy Policy, which defaults according to your location. You can change Country/Language at the bottom of the page. If you are European Economic Resident, please
• Samsung Electronics America, Inc. and its subsidiaries are committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.