Support the strategy, processes, tools, and organization for the development of a strong Coatings and Productivity Core Technology Center (CPCTC).
Apply knowledge of semiconductor capital equipment requirements, industry coating techniques/BKMs, and coating materials to enhance the performance of existing and new products.
Work with global coating vendors to develop innovative coating solutions that provide differentiation.
Work with academic institutions to develop innovative materials science engineering solutions that provide differentiation.
Support the establishment of a methodology for engineering DOEs and development/qualification of coating materials.
Solve materials engineering challenges related to the chemical, physical and thermal aspects of processes to improve the performance of equipment parts.
Communicate the progress and status of ongoing technical activities to management.
Support preparation of design reviews for the development team.
Work with Engineering teams to ensure the clarity of engineering drawing requirements related to part coatings.
Can pay $150k - $200k/ year
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PhD with > 4 years of industry experience in Productivity engineering, with a degree in materials science, material engineering or materials chemistry, with focus on hands-on experimental work.
Expertise in failure analyzing various ceramic materials, metals, quartz and coated parts, plasma and/or thermal CVD/ALD semiconductor reactor components (e.g., chamber wall liner, gas distribution showerheads, electrostatic chucks, wafer lift mechanisms, bellows, etc.).
Expertise in corrosion and erosion mechanisms of semiconductor production chamber parts.
Expertise in solving particle and contamination problems in semiconductor process chambers.
Experience in running wafer marathons as a means of monitoring and ultimately solving particle and contamination problems in semiconductor process chambers.
Understanding and use of various problem-solving methodologies, such as Lean Six Sigma, Ishikawa Diagram, 8D, TRIZ etc.
Knowledge of DOE methodology.
Knowledge of cleaning of various ceramic materials, metals, quartz and coated parts.
Experience working with vendors and academic institutions.
Familiarity with additive manufacturing.
Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.