Etching Process Engineer
Core
Develop, optimize, and support plasma etching processes for semiconductor manufacturing, focusing on SiC and non-standard materials for power discrete technologies.
Role type
Senior IC dry etching process engineer (R&D)
Builds
Power discrete technologies and products (SiC PMOS)
Domain
Semiconductor manufacturing / Materials Science
Required skills
Plasma etching fundamentals, Selectivity and anisotropy control, Process DOE and SPC, Semiconductor fabrication flow, Metrology data interpretation, JMP/Python/MATLAB, Advanced etch tool operation
Preferred skills
PhD in Chemical Engineering/Materials Science/Physics, Experience with 8-inch SiC processes, Supplier interface management
Technologies
JMP, Python, MATLAB, 8-inch wafer tools
Responsibilities
Develop and optimize dry etching recipes, Monitor process performance and yield, Troubleshoot process excursions and defects, Support new product introduction and technology ramp-up, Qualify new process chambers and equipment upgrades, Maintain process documentation and SOPs
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC