OPC Production Engineer
Core
Process reticle design data through Optical Proximity Correction (OPC) to ensure accurate transfer to silicon during photolithography for advanced semiconductor manufacturing.
Role type
Senior IC OPC Production Engineer
Builds
Reticle data preparation and mask-related technologies for tapeout execution and high-quality wafer patterning
Domain
Semiconductor manufacturing, Lithography, Photomasks
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
OPC job deck development, process flow execution, recipe optimization, manufacturing challenge resolution, automation scripting, process troubleshooting
Preferred skills
AI tool application, Linux environment usage, Python/Perl programming, GDS/OAS mask file handling, layout viewing tools (K2View/DF2)
Technologies
Python, Perl, Linux, K2View, DF2 databases
Responsibilities
Drive OPC job deck development and recipe optimization; Collaborate on new OPC flows and best-known methods; Analyze and troubleshoot OPC process issues; Develop automation to reduce cycle time and improve efficiency; Communicate technical findings and project status to partners
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC