Job Type

Full-time

Description

The Diffusion Process Development Engineer is responsible to help support the development of manufacturable, repeatable, and high yielding processes for state-of-the-art highly specialized devices in the fields of Aerospace, Defense, Bioelectronics, and High-Speed Communications. In this role, you will focus on the following:

• Partner with Integration Engineers, Customers, and Other Development Engineers to execute experiments and adjust or optimize processes for Fab Operation
• Partner with Product Engineering and Integration to help ensure effective new products and process introductions as well as consistent device performance and quality
• Guide and assist Process Technicians through challenging process steps
• Analyze metrology results and disposition lots based on data and pass/fail criteria
• Report and summarize results from the metrology analysis and provide guidance to Integration Engineering Team and Process Development Engineering Team
• Provide effective pass-downs to support uninterrupted operation in the Diffusion area
• Sustain and improve processes for wafer fabrication
• Partner with equipment engineering, operation, and management to improve cycle time, tool availability, quality and product yields
• Using Document Control, Process Work Instructions, and Manufacturing Execution Systems, preserve working knowledge of all codes and standards applicable to assigned production equipment
• Assure that the manufactured products conform to specifications and application requirements
• Partner with Senior Development Engineering team and Integration teams to resolve deviations or technical issues by establishing a list of hypotheses, defining the experiment to validate or invalidate hypothesis, identify root-causes, implement corrective actions, document improved process, and train operations
• Sustain existing processes in the areas of, Diffusion tools, recipe creations, inspections, defects control, and relevant metrology for process control
• Create and maintain operating specifications for production processes and equipment.
• Monitor process health with Statistical Process Control (SPC) and respond to out-of-control event following out-of-control action plans

Requirements

• Processing experience in a fab in the areas of Diffusion using Diffusion tools
• Experience with Statistical Process Control (SPC)
• Basic understanding of algebraic concepts
• Data extraction, analysis, and reporting experience
• Basic understanding of Semiconductor processing
• Ability to troubleshoot basic problems and address root causes
• Ability to understand all maintenance activity details required to ensure a healthy and repeatable process
• Ability to plan and prioritize activities, perform and monitor multiple overlapping tasks/operations to meet goals and timelines
• Ability to operate processing tools, write and run recipes, inspect wafers under the microscope, and perform basic characterization related to Diffusion processing with particles / defects metrology, and thickness / uniformity metrology
• Must be able to work offset shifts: Front-End Days (starts on Sundays, ends on Thursdays) or Back-End Days (starts on Tuesdays, ends Saturdays).
• BS in Electrical Engineering, Material Science, Physics, Chemistry, or related + 9 years, MS + 7 years, or Ph.D. + 4 years

Competencies

• Hands-on mindset
• Excellent Communication skills
• Collaboration
• Quick Learner
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Self-starter
• Prioritization
• Accountability
• Innovative

Skorpios offers an excellent benefits package which includes:

• Competitive salary
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401(k)
• Company paid Life Insurance
• Company paid Disability
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Vacation
• Gym Membership Discounts

Work Environment

Work is primarily performed in a temperature-controlled, open cubicle setting. Frequent interruptions and conversational noise can be expected. This role may also require occasional work in a manufacturing or cleanroom environment.

Work Authorization/Security Clearance Requirements

Authorization may be required to release covered technology to employees who are not U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, lawful permanent residents, asylees, or refugees.

Compensation and Benefits

Skorpios embraces a Total Compensation philosophy that includes a base salary and eligibility for overtime for non-exempt roles.

We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support employee health, welfare, and retirement. Highlights include healthcare benefits, a 401(k) savings plan, and paid time off.

Expected salary range: $130,000 - $160,000, depending on qualifications and experience.

The actual starting rate will be determined based on role-related criteria, including educational qualifications or equivalent experience, relevant work history, and the skills required for the role.

Salary Description

$130,000 - $160,000 per annum