Senior Photo Reticle Engineer
- Pay
- $106,000 – $145,000 per year
- Location
- Taylor, TX · On-site
- Job type
- Full-time
- Level
- Lead / Staff
- Experience
- 4+ years
- Education
- Bachelor's degree
- Listed
- 16 days ago
Skills & highlights for this role
- Semiconductor process engineering
- Understanding of semiconductor wafer processing fundamentals
- Understanding of photolithography
- Scripting (Python, R, VBA, or JSL)
- Data collection and KPI reporting
- Troubleshooting and escalation handling
Also useful
- Spotfire
About the role
About Samsung Austin Semiconductor Samsung is a world leader in advanced semiconductor technology, founded on the belief that the pursuit of excellence creates a better world. At Samsung Austin Semiconductor, we are Innovating Today to Power the Devices of Tomorrow. Come innovate with us!
Position Summary
The Photo Reticle Engineer is responsible for the health and performance of reticle-related tools that supports fab production, focusing on one specialty area: inspection, cleaning, or repair. In that specialty, you provide support for operational issues, and ensure strict adherence to quality and compliance standards. You will collect performance data, generate KPI reports, and drive continuous-improvement initiatives.
The role reports to the Inspection or Equipment manager. Role and Responsibilities Here's What You'll Be Responsible For: Plan, prioritize, and coordinate system-level improvements for the reticle-related toolset supporting fab production. Continuously monitor equipment and process metrics, extracting, validating, and integrating tool-specific parameters, to ensure stable, repeatable operations.
Ensure that all reticles, whether inspected, cleaned, or repaired, meet the required quality specifications before release into production. Respond to reticle-quality incidents and develop release-strategy plans that satisfy manufacturing schedules. Troubleshoot and drive escalation handling for any situation that threatens reticle availability, working with vendors and fab engineers.
Skills and Qualifications Here's what you'll need: B.S. in Engineering (Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical), Materials Science, Chemistry, Physics or similar technical degree. 4+ years experience in semiconductor process engineering. High degree of knowledge with Spotfire is a plus. Knowledge of scripting language (Python, R, VBA, or JSL preferred). Understanding of semiconductor wafer processing fundamentals and photolithography.
The current base salary range for this role is between $106,000 - $145,000. 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. 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.
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From Sec's careers page, first listed on Rolev.ai on October 25, 2026. Rolev.ai is not the employer.
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