Development Diffusion Principal Engineer

Role details

SkyWater is hiring a Development Diffusion Principal Engineer to lead development of 200mm processes within a low volume, high customization environment. An engineer in this role is responsible for process characterization to ensure high quality standards, manufacturability and reliability. Must work with internal customers to improve cycles of learning in developing next generation processes within the Diffusion area. Major Areas of Accountability: Will be technical R&D leader/expert to develop, integrate and re-optimize robust manufacturable processes to meet customer specifications for Diffusion and LPCVD applications.

Perform experiments and data analysis to qualify process changes and troubleshoot integration issues. Provide technical leadership to mentor the Diffusion team. Qualify and document processes for newly acquired equipment. Collaborate with other functions to solve complex problems and make appropriate engineering-based decisions in a complex manufacturing environment. Drive continuous improvement of process capability and controls. Work with minimal supervision, balancing competing priorities, to serve the needs of the company.

Required Qualifications

BS or MS Degree in Mechanical, Electrical or Chemical Engineering or Materials Science, Physics or other relevant engineering discipline is required. 10+ years’ experience with BS, 7-10 years of experience with MS, 5+ years of experience with PhD of education in the semiconductor industry. 5+ years of experience with LPCVD and Diffusion processes. Expert in gate stack development utilizing wet/dry gate oxides, gate nitridation, polysilicon/amorphous silicon techniques. Experienced with material characterization techniques, such as ellipsometry and dielectric characterization tools or similar techniques such as SIMS. Knowledge of DOE, SPC, and 6-sigma concepts and applications.

Positive interpersonal skills, highly energetic and self-motivated. Outstanding communication skills - both written and verbal. Demonstrated ability to meet commitments and deliver results. Ability to manage and execute multiple projects simultaneously and shift priorities to meet business needs. U.S. Person Required: This position requires compliance with the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All accepted applicants must be U.S. Persons. ITAR defines a U.S. Person as U.S. citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident, Political Asylee, or Refugee.

Preferred Qualifications

Advanced degree preferred (MS/PhD) in a related field Expertise with preclean processing and its interactions. Experience with automated fault detection and control systems (FDC). Experience in JMP or equivalent statistical software.