Process Engineer - CMP

About Tower Semiconductor

Looking for a career path in the high-tech industry? Become part of a team focused on delivering the most exciting semiconductor technology in the world! If you enjoy working with others in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and are looking for an opportunity to grow your career in this exciting industry, then Tower Semiconductor is the place to be!

Tower Semiconductor, the leading foundry of high-value analog semiconductor solutions, provides technology, development, and process platforms for analog integrated circuits to more than 300 customers worldwide across growing markets such as communications, mobile, infrastructure, consumer, industrial, automotive, medical, and aerospace and defense, among others.

Join Tower and become part of a dynamic organization with exceptionally talented and dedicated team members who work collaboratively to provide best-in-class technological solutions to our clients.

Job Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Process Engineer to sustain, improve, and develop Chemical Mechanical Planarization processes in a volume manufacturing facility. You will be a partner with operations, equipment engineering support, integration and R&D to deliver products on time to customer specifications. You will Interface with global counterparts to benchmark and improve Chemical Mechanical Planarization processes and procedures company wide and create and/or modify operations specifications.

This Job Is For You If

• You are driven by a commitment to quality, productivity, and continuous improvement.
• You are highly motivated by teamwork and collaborative environments.
• You are proficient in data analysis, design, planning, and execution.
• You have demonstrated ability to lead by example, fostering a culture of efficiency and excellence.
• You can sustain, improve, and develop Chemical Mechanical Planarization (CMP) processes in a high-volume manufacturing environment.
• You can lead and mentor a team of highly motivated and experienced CMP process technicians to ensure 24/7 manufacturing operations with integrity and mutual respect.
• You can collaborate effectively with operations, equipment engineering support, integration, and R&D teams to deliver products on time that meet customer specifications.
• You can actively participate in global benchmarking initiatives to identify best practices and continuously improve CMP processes and procedures across the company.
• You can develop and/or modify operations specifications to optimize process performance and ensure compliance with industry standards.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's, Master's or Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, Physics or related STEM field.
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in the semiconductor manufacturing or R&D environment.
• Direct experience with Chemical Mechanical Planarization CMP processes.
• Proven ability to lead critical projects for process improvement.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Strong understanding of Lean Six Sigma principles and Statistical Process Control (SPC) for process control.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States without company sponsorship.

Compensation: $100,000 - $153,000

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