Staff Specialist Material Engineering
Core
Lead localization, sourcing, and qualification of raw materials for Backend semiconductor manufacturing, ensuring material quality, reliability, cost competitiveness, and supply continuity.
Role type
Staff Specialist Material Engineering (Semiconductor Backend)
Builds
Semiconductor packaging and assembly products
Domain
Semiconductor manufacturing / Materials Engineering
Required skills
Material science, Material characterization, Reliability testing, Root cause analysis, Engineering Change Management, Supplier qualification, Semiconductor backend processes, Automotive quality systems (IATF16949, PPAP, APQP, FMEA), Project management, Analytical tools (SEM, EDX, XRF, FTIR, DSC, TGA)
Preferred skills
None stated
Technologies
SEM, EDX, CSAM, XRF, FTIR, DSC, TGA, TOF-SIMS, Ion Analysis
Responsibilities
Lead localization and qualification of raw materials for Backend manufacturing processes; Drive material sourcing, second-source development, and supplier localization initiatives; Manage end-to-end material qualification activities including planning, risk assessment, characterization, reliability validation, and production release; Act as technical owner for material-related issues conducting root cause analysis and implementing corrective actions; Lead Engineering Change Management activities related to material changes; Monitor material performance, quality trends, and supplier KPIs to drive continuous improvement; Lead technical communication with global teams, suppliers, and customers on material projects.
Seniority
Staff, hands-on IC
