About GlobalFoundries

GlobalFoundries (GF) is a leading semiconductor manufacturer delivering differentiated essential semiconductor solutions to customers worldwide. With manufacturing facilities in the United States, Europe, and Asia, GF combines technology leadership, operational excellence, and a commitment to sustainability to help customers develop innovative products for a connected world. GF fosters an environment of collaboration, continuous learning, and technical innovation while maintaining the highest standards of quality, reliability, safety, and environmental responsibility.

Introduction

GlobalFoundries is seeking a motivated Associate Engineer, Integration & Yield to join our wafer fabrication team. In this role, you will support process integration and yield improvement activities across semiconductor manufacturing operations. The successful candidate will work closely with Process, Equipment, Manufacturing, Quality, and Product Engineering teams to identify yield challenges, analyze process and defect data, and implement solutions that improve product quality, manufacturing efficiency, and operational performance.

Your Job

Support process integration activities to ensure stable manufacturing performance across semiconductor fabrication processes.
Monitor product yield performance and investigate yield excursions using statistical data analysis and engineering methodologies.
Analyze inline, electrical, metrology, and defect inspection data to identify process variation and opportunities for improvement.
Collaborate with Process, Equipment, Manufacturing, and Quality Engineering teams to resolve yield-impacting issues.
Participate in root cause investigations and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) to improve process stability and product quality.
Support new product introductions, process qualifications, and manufacturing ramp activities.
Develop and maintain yield dashboards, reports, and performance metrics to support operational decision-making.
Utilize Statistical Process Control (SPC) techniques and data analytics tools to monitor process health and drive continuous improvement.
Assist in Design of Experiments (DOE), process characterization, and optimization projects.
Present technical findings and recommendations to engineering teams and management.

Other Responsibilities

Adhere to all GlobalFoundries Environmental, Health, Safety, and Security (EHS&S) requirements.
Follow cleanroom protocols, manufacturing standards, and corporate compliance policies.
Support quality management systems and continuous improvement initiatives.
Participate in training and knowledge-sharing activities to enhance individual and team capabilities.
Perform other duties as assigned to support manufacturing and engineering objectives.

Required Qualifications

Diploma or Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, or a related technical discipline.
0 to 3 years of experience in semiconductor manufacturing, process integration, yield engineering, process engineering, or a related field.
Basic understanding of semiconductor fabrication processes including lithography, etch, deposition, diffusion, CMP, metrology, or inspection.
Knowledge of semiconductor yield concepts, defectivity analysis, and process control methodologies.
Experience analyzing engineering data using Microsoft Excel, JMP, Minitab, or similar statistical tools.
Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, cross-functional manufacturing environment.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

Internship or prior experience in a semiconductor wafer fabrication facility.
Familiarity with statistical analysis, SPC, DOE, FMEA, and root cause analysis methodologies.
Experience with manufacturing execution systems (MES) and yield management systems.
Working knowledge of data analytics tools such as Python, SQL, Tableau, Spotfire, or Power BI.
Understanding of semiconductor device physics and process integration concepts.
Experience supporting high-volume manufacturing operations.

Physical Demands

Ability to work in a semiconductor cleanroom environment while wearing required personal protective equipment (PPE).
Ability to stand, walk, and move throughout manufacturing areas for extended periods.
May require occasional lifting and material handling in accordance with safety guidelines.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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