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Job Description:

Job Description for WETS Manufacturing Engineer /Tool Owner

JOB SUMMARY

This engineering position is for a Manufacturing Engineer / Tool Owner specifically for the WETS sector in the 300mm fab facility. This position is responsible for equipment installation and qualification, advanced process development, evaluation, and characterization targeting advanced semiconductor applications; thorough 300mm equipment and process qualification specific to front end of line (FEOL), middle of the line (MOL) and back end of the line (BEOL) WETS applications. 

Job responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• The primary responsibility for this position is the WETS sector, both in fab and lab environment. Expectations are to learn other sectors for example CMP/Plating/Films/etc. to provide backup for fellow peer engineers and to be well rounded.
• Maintaining and controlling various vendor tools to tight specifications dedicated by the needs of the technologies.
• Establish process specifications and control charts for tool monitoring
• Working knowledge of SIVIEW (MES) to implement the building of routes for tool controls as well as building WSPC charts for tool monitoring
• The tools will be controlled using SPC charts and Western Electric Rules.
• Learning various toolsets across multiple tooling vendors 
• Must be able to recover tool faults/fails
• In addition, the engineer will manage technicians to support the fab for 24/7 coverage.
• Able to track and process lots on tools as needed for the business commitments
• Responsible for writing operational procedures (MPS) for each toolset/process
• Responsible for the backing up of tool parameters and process recipes at some set time interval
• Able to train and certify operators to process these tools after releasing of the tool to OPS
• Develop a good working relationship with all the FSE that support the tools.
• The applicant will need to work for tooling vendors and operations management daily. 
• Time management is a must to work effectively between process support and equipment support
• Other reasonable duties as assigned.

Requirements:

Minimum Requirements for WETS Manufacturing Engineer/Tool Owner

• A.S. degree in Materials Science, Physics, or equivalent Engineering and/or Science discipline AND 5+ years of experience working in the semiconductor industry as a Process Development Engineer in one or more areas of WETS applications

OR

• B.S./ M.S. degree in Materials Science, Physics, or equivalent Engineering and/or Science discipline AND 2+ years of experience working in the semiconductor industry as a Process Development Engineer in one or more areas of WETS applications.
• A good understanding of FEOL and BEOL semiconductor integration schemes, in addition to knowledge and experience in logic and memory device fabrication is required.
• Exhibit solid leadership ability, be familiar with SPC/DOE methodologies, and be willing to execute a variety of tasks on short notice.
• Applicant must be familiar with WETS chemistries and applications for a variety of chemistries.
• Applicant must have a foundation of process and equipment knowledge pertaining to WETS sector
• Good program management and customer interface skills are essential.  The successful applicant must be able to interface effectively with fab operations, process and semiconductor engineering professionals from client companies.  Knowledge of MS Office, DOE, and yield/defectivity analysis software are strongly recommended.

This position is contingent on the satisfactory completion of a background check; this position may require annual background checks.

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS for Wets Manufacturing Engineer/Tool Owner

• 2+ Years WETS Engineering Experience
• Working knowledge of SiView (MM and SM)
• Familiarity and experience with FEOL, MOL and BEOL applications
• Applications related to CMOS and memory (RRAM & MRAM) applications.
• Program Management Experience

Don't meet every requirement? At NY CREATES we are dedicated to building a welcoming, diverse and inclusive workplace. If you are excited about working for NY CREATES but your experience doesn't exactly align perfectly with the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway, you might still be a perfect fit or a fit for another role at NY CREATES.

Benefits

• Medical, Vision, and Dental
• Competitive Pay and PTO
• Flexible Heath Spending and Dependent Care Accounts
• Basic / Optional Life Insurance
• Post-Retirement Health Insurance
• Employer contribution of 7% of earnings to a Basic Retirement plan after meeting one year of service.
• Optional employee contributed retirement account.

Location: 257 Fuller Road, Albany, NY 12203

Salary Range:

Level A- 2 to 5 years of experience $75,000-$100,000

Level B- 5+ years' experience $100,000-$125,000

*Posted salary ranges are determined upon experience and education.

Additional Information:

NOTE: Some positions require access to export-controlled commodities, technical data, technology, software, or restricted programs where U.S. Government authorization may be required.  
 
For positions requiring such access, offers of employment are contingent upon the employer being able to obtain the necessary authorization, including, if required, an export license from the U.S. Department of Commerce's Bureau of Industry and Security, the U.S. Department of State's Directorate of Defense Trade Controls, or other government agencies. The decision to pursue an export license application is at The Research Foundation for SUNY's sole discretion. Proof of status may be required prior to employment in connection with necessary authorizations.  
 
Employment is with the Research Foundation for SUNY which is an Equal opportunity Employer including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.  
 
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