GlobalFoundries

Semiconductor Manufacturing Engineer (2026 New College Graduate)

GlobalFoundries$54K — $110K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering or related field.
  • Minimum overall GPA of 3.0.
  • Proficient in written and verbal English communication.
  • Willingness to travel up to 10%.
  • Preferred: Prior related internship or co-op experience.

Responsibilities

  • Drive continuous improvement for throughput, cost reduction, and yield learning.
  • Design and analyze experiments to optimize equipment and processes.
  • Lead hands-on troubleshooting efforts for performance issues.
  • Collaborate with technicians and operators to ensure quality commitments.
  • Work with technology and quality engineering to develop new technologies.
  • Focus on understanding and addressing both equipment and process challenges.
  • Apply structured problem-solving to complex system issues.

Benefits

  • Accelerated training in a fast-paced environment.
  • Mentorship and networking opportunities for new graduates.
  • Lifecycle skills development for team members.
  • Cross-functional working opportunities and talent mobility.
Full Job Description
Summary of Role:

GlobalFoundries Fab 9, the world leader in RF semiconductor manufacturing in Essex Junction, VT, is seeking an entry level Semiconductor Manufacturing Engineer. The individual selected for this position will be part of the Manufacturing Engineering organization with primary responsibilities focused on support, development and continuous improvement of 200mm semiconductor manufacturing processes.

Essential Responsibilities include:

  • Drive continuous improvement efforts in support of throughput improvement, cost reduction, and yield learning.


  • Design, execute, and analyze experiments to screen and optimize equipment and processes to meet technology (performance, yield, and reliability) and manufacturing (process stability, cost of ownership) targets.


  • Must be technically inclined and able to lead hands on, tactical troubleshooting efforts to resolve long term performance issues; must be able to deconstruct and understand complex systems


  • Collaborate with GLOBALFOUNDRIES technicians and operators to support delivery and quality commitments to our customers.


  • Collaborate with technology development, integration, characterization, and quality engineering to develop new technologies and drive improvements to yield.


  • Ability to understand both the equipment and process sides of issues, focusing delivering our product on-time with excellent quality.


  • Apply structured problem-solving methods to complex systems to address performance issues.


Other Responsibilities:

  • Perform all activities in a safe and responsible manner and support all Environmental, Health, Safety & Security requirements and programs.


Required Qualifications:

  • Education - Graduating with Bachelor's in Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering or related field from an accredited degree program.


  • Must have at least an overall 3.0 GPA and proven good academic standing.


  • Language Fluency - English (Written & Verbal)


  • Travel - Up to 10%


Preferred Qualifications:

  • Prior related internship or co-op experience.


  • Demonstrated prior leadership experience in the workplace, school projects, competitions, etc.


  • Project management skills, i.e. the ability to innovate and execute solutions that matter; the ability to navigate ambiguity.


  • Strong written and verbal communication skills


  • Strong planning & organizational skills


  • Ability to work effectively and efficiently with diverse teams, customers, internal and external partners.


  • Understanding and knowledge of Statistical Process Control (SPC) and Design of Experiments (DOE)


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Expected Salary Range
$54,200.00 - $110,300.00

The exact Salary will be determined based on qualifications, experience and location.

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