Dry Etch Process Develop Engineer
Core
Develop, qualify, and sustain dry etch (plasma) unit processes for sophisticated memory technologies, optimizing critical metrics like CD control, profile, selectivity, and defectivity.
Role type
Senior IC dry etch process development engineer
Builds
Next-generation memory devices (dielectric, conductor, hardmask etch)
Domain
Semiconductor manufacturing / Memory technology
Required skills
Plasma etch fundamentals, DOE planning/execution, statistical data analysis, root-cause analysis, metrology (CD, profile, selectivity, uniformity, defectivity), chamber hardware knowledge, collaboration with multi-functional teams
Preferred skills
Hands-on experience with ICP/RIE platforms, pattern transfer challenges (ARDE, microloading), defect characterization, tool health monitoring, technology transfer to high-volume manufacturing
Technologies
ICP/RIE, EUV Photo Lithography, SPC, inline/out-of-line metrology
Responsibilities
Develop and qualify dry etch processes; Optimize critical process metrics; Drive defect reduction and yield improvement; Perform root-cause analysis for process excursions; Partner with equipment vendors on chamber matching and recipe development; Document process baselines and support technology transition to production
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC