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New Technology Staff Engineer, Fab Engineering

Samsung Semiconductor · Austin, TXtodayverified 4 h ago
$131k – $175kfrom the posting

BS-level Process Engineering roles on Crosslinked list a median of $114k (689 that show pay).

Qualify and transfer new CVD and metals deposition processes into high-volume fab manufacturing, liaising between NPI and unit-process teams.

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Worth knowing

Why it is interesting. Bridges new-technology development and high-volume ramp, with direct contact with foundry customers during technology startup.

Might not be for you. Requires 10+ years of semiconductor process experience; more integration and ramp coordination than materials R&D.

Mostly desk workDeep specialist Senior hires only

Adjacent materials roleDevelop engineering solutions for deposition processes; strong emphasis on CVD and metals deposition; improve process uniformity and defect reduction

H-1B filings

Samsung Semiconductor filed 3 H-1B labor applications for scientist and engineer roles from Jan to Dec 2025.

Most common titles: Senior Manager, Foundry Customer Engineering, Senior Staff Engineer, Ar/Vr Optics Research, Display Lab, Senior Manager, Customer Quality Engineering. Median filed pay: $188K a year.

From U.S. Department of Labor disclosure data. A filing is a record of past hiring, not a promise about this role, so confirm sponsorship with the employer. Titles and filed pay ·Every employer's filings

Seniority
Senior
Work
On-site
Type
Full-time
Degree
BS
Experience
10+ yrs
Industry
Semiconductor
Role
Process Engineering
Materials
CVD filmsmetal deposition films
Techniques
design of experiments95 rolesprocess margin evaluation
Benefits
401(k) matching with immediate vestingMBO bonusesonsite cafe and workout facilities

Role details

About Samsung Austin Semiconductor

Samsung is a world leader in advanced semiconductor technology, founded on the belief that the pursuit of excellence creates a better world. At Samsung Austin Semiconductor, we are Innovating Today to Power the Devices of Tomorrow.

Come innovate with us!

Position Summary

Samsung Austin Semiconductor is looking for an experienced process engineer to work on developing solutions to bring in and qualify new semiconductor process technologies. The solutions being developed involve identifying complex problems, enhance production capabilities, and ensure seamless technology transitions. This role is pivotal in driving the success of our manufacturing processes and aligning with our strategic goals.

In this role, the individual will collaborate with engineers across multiple departments in integrating metals processes. He/ She will serve as a Liaison between UP and NTI/NPI owners to execute strategy for successful transfer of technologies, technology startup and ramp. Successful candidate will design experiments to evaluate the process margins to ensure robust and scalable processes are developed. Drive improvements in process uniformity, defect reduction, and developing HVM ready solutions. The role will also require collaboration with customer facing teams as they interact with our foundry customers during new technology engagement and startup.

The role will provide an opportunity to regularly report and presenting findings to engineering executive teams, ensuring alignment with strategic goals. Communicating technical information within the department through presentations.

Role And Responsibilities

Here’s What You’ll Be Responsible For

  • Collaborating with cross-functional teams across process integration, NPI/NTI (New Products) and unit part (UP) to develop engineering solutions for deposition processes.
  • Serving as a Liaison between UP and NTI/NPI owners to execute strategy for successful transfer of technologies, technology startup and ramp.
  • Driving improvements in process uniformity, defect reduction, and developing HVM ready solutions.
  • Designing experiments to conduct process margin evaluations to ensure robust and scalable production processes.
  • Interfacing with process engineers and equipment engineers to standardize and spread process and equipment solutions.
  • Regularly reporting and presenting findings to Engineering executive teams, ensuring alignment with strategic goals. Communicating technical information within the department through presentations.
  • Fab Engineering point of contact for Samsung customer teams

Skills And Qualifications

Here's what you'll need

  • BS or MS in Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, and Material Science with a minimum of 10 years of engineering experience in semiconductor manufacturing or process development, with a strong emphasis on CVD and Metals Deposition processes.
  • A proven track record of continuous improvement and innovation in the field.
  • Deep understanding of process integration specific to FEOL, BEOL metals processes.
  • Strong Data analysis skills are a must. Experience with Software Data Analysis tools (Spotfire, JMP, Matlab, etc.) to analyze data, identify trends to make decisions about processing product
  • The candidate must possess good communication and presentation skills to be capable to convey complex engineering ideas simply to non-expert audiences.
  • Korean language fluency (Written/Spoken) is desirable.

*The current base salary range for this role is between $131,000 - $174,500. Individual base pay rates will depend on factors including duties, work location, education, skills, qualifications and experience. Total compensation for this position will include a competitive benefits package and may include participation in company incentive compensation programs, which are based on factors to include organizational and individual performance.*

Total Rewards

At Samsung Austin Semiconductor, base pay is just one part of our total compensation package. The base compensation for this role will depend on education, experience, skills, and location.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Life insurance and 401(k) matching with immediate vesting
  • Onsite café(s) and workout facilities
  • Paid maternity and paternity leave
  • Paid time off (PTO) + 2 personal holidays and 10 regular holidays
  • Wellness incentives and MORE

Eligible full-time employees (salaried or hourly) may also receive MBO bonuses based on company, division, and individual performance.

All positions at Samsung Austin Semiconductor are full-time on-site.

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Common questions

What is the salary for the New Technology Staff Engineer, Fab Engineering role at Samsung Semiconductor?

The listed annual base salary range is $131K–$175K. This figure is taken from the posting itself.

Does Samsung Semiconductor sponsor H-1B visas?

Samsung Semiconductor has filed H-1B petitions with the US Department of Labor in past years, but this specific posting does not explicitly mention sponsorship for the New Technology Staff Engineer, Fab Engineering role. Confirm with the employer before applying if visa support is required.

Where is the New Technology Staff Engineer, Fab Engineering role at Samsung Semiconductor based?

This role is based in Austin, TX.

What degree is required for the New Technology Staff Engineer, Fab Engineering role at Samsung Semiconductor?

This role requires a BS.

How many years of experience does this New Technology Staff Engineer, Fab Engineering role require?

The posting calls for at least 10 years of relevant experience.

What polymers or materials does this New Technology Staff Engineer, Fab Engineering role work with?

CVD films, metal deposition films.

What techniques or methods are required for this New Technology Staff Engineer, Fab Engineering role?

design of experiments, process margin evaluation.