Experienced Metal Process Engineer
Samsung Electronics is hiring an Experienced Metal Process Engineer in Austin, United States. It pays $95k-$120k a year and Level rates it ; you can apply on Samsung Electronics.
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- On Level's scale, this role is Little AI ●○○○: aI is not part of the work.
- The posting mentions Amat Endura, Pvd Chambers and process engineering among its tools and skills.
- Level classes it as a mid-level role.
- Samsung Electronics has 617 other open roles on Level.
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Maintain and develop critical semiconductor process parameters and resolve complex manufacturing problems using statistical analysis.
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Position Summary
The Metals team at Samsung Austin Semiconductor is seeking a Process Engineer interested in collaborating and working alongside talented peers with key focus in maintaining and developing critical process parameters along with ability to identify complex problems and implementing solutions. The candidate must be able to draw conclusions based on statistical analysis and reported with appropriate graphical representations. Respond to critical fab events that require containment speed and quick resolution to ensure minimal impact to product. Generate reports (such as 8D) illustrating root cause of incidents, corrective actions and future preventative measures. Formulate ideas/experiments that can provide conclusions that will reveal a path forward for continuous improvement. Complete routine daily monitoring of processes/equipment performance and take action on trends that demonstrate abnormal behavior. Create and update SOPs to standardize process flows and improve working methods. Support cost reduction activities. The desired candidate will show a high degree of dedication to meeting deadlines while producing quality results. Must be able to adapt to changing business needs and demonstrate flexibility to change priorities as needed. Interface with equipment engineers, technicians, and manufacturing teams on a daily basis to set priority and update project status and/or impact. Individual must possess an effective communication skill especially as priorities and circumstances change and recognizes communication and task planning/pass downs are critical to maintaining a highly productive and team-oriented environment.Role and Responsibilities
Here’s What You’ll Be Responsible For:
- This role requires an individual with strong troubleshooting and problem-solving capabilities.
- In-depth knowledge and prior experience with AMAT ENDURA and PVD chambers is preferred.
- Take ownership of challenging and complex problems. Participate in task force teams that address fab-wide KPI for yield improvement, defect reduction, OEE improvement, and scrap reduction.
- Identify gaps in expected KPI performance for multiple PVD process flows and develop projects with schedules to close gaps.
- Produce high quality results and reports that are professionally documented. Reports must demonstrate an optimized and desired state of the process and equipment.
Skills and Qualifications
Here's what you'll need:
- The applicant must possess a 4-year college degree in Engineering, Physics, Chemistry Material Science and Engineering, or related engineering field.
- A minimum 4 years of related experience; Semiconductor Process, process integration.
- Previous experience in a high-volume semiconductor manufacturing environment desired. Applicable manufacturing experience in other industries can be considered.
- In-depth knowledge and prior experience with AMAT ENDURA platform highly desired.
- Thorough understanding of critical process parameters, monitoring strategies and equipment signals
- Highly effective written and verbal presentation and communication skills.
The current base salary range for this role is between $95,000 - $120,000. 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.
This position may include access to controlled information or technology under U.S. export control laws. Employment may be contingent on either the applicant verifying that the applicant falls under the “U.S. Person” definition (including U.S. citizens, U.S. lawful permanent residents, and those granted U.S. asylum or refugee status) or the employer timely obtaining any necessary export license under federal law. The employer evaluates export licensing on a case-by-case basis and may decline to proceed with a job applicant in its sole discretion, as export license applications can take many weeks to process.
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.
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How we rate this
Experienced Metal Process Engineer at Samsung Electronics rates 0 out of 100 for how much of the daily work is AI. That makes it Little AI (AI Level 1 of 4). The level is about AI in the job, not seniority.
Little AI. AI is not part of the work.
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