Coating Process Engineer / Manager - Advanced Materials Innovation
Are you ready to push the boundaries of coating technology We're looking for a talented Coating Process Engineer who thrives on precision, innovation, and solving complex materials challenges for our client. In this role, you'll be the technical expert driving the development of cutting-edge coating and thermal processes that enable breakthrough advanced packaging solutions.
What You'll Do
Pioneer Advanced Coating Solutions
- Develop and optimize state-of-the-art coating processes for photoresist and advanced dielectric materials (PID, PI, ABF) on sophisticated package substrates
- Engineer uniform coating parameters that deliver exceptional layer thickness consistency and adhesion performance
- Design and fine-tune thermal curing profiles across the entire process window-from soft bake through final cure-ensuring optimal material properties
Own Your Technology Platform
- Define specifications for next-generation coating equipment, hot plates, and curing ovens
- Lead equipment installation, qualification, and optimization efforts
- Partner with leading equipment vendors to drive preventive maintenance strategies and implement performance upgrades
- Ensure maximum tool uptime through proactive troubleshooting and performance monitoring
Drive Quality and Process Excellence
- Deploy advanced metrology techniques using ellipsometry, thickness gauges, and thermal sensors to maintain tight process control
- Implement sophisticated process control systems including SPC charts and run-to-run feedback mechanisms
- Validate critical material properties: adhesion strength, thermal stability, compatibility, and outgassing behavior
- Lead defect prevention initiatives and root cause investigations for coating and baking-related issues
Enable Seamless Integration
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure your coating processes integrate flawlessly with upstream and downstream operations
- Work closely with substrate technology teams on advanced applications including Damascene, SAP, ABF build-up, and Embedding technologies
- Support process stability across the entire manufacturing flow
Build Technical Infrastructure
- Create comprehensive technical documentation including SOPs, process specifications, recipes, and FMEAs
- Establish robust process control plans that ensure consistent, repeatable results
- Champion compliance with environmental, safety, and chemical handling standards
- Leverage DOE and statistical tools to drive data-driven optimization
What You'll Bring
Required Qualifications
- Education: PhD or Master's degree in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Microelectronics, or related field
- Experience: 5-10+ years developing coating and thermal processes in semiconductor manufacturing, PCB, or advanced substrate environments
Technical Expertise
- Deep understanding of coating materials and chemistries: photoresists, ABF, polyimide (PI), solder mask, and related advanced materials
- Hands-on experience with substrate technologies such as Damascene, SAP (Semi-Additive Process), ABF build-up, or Embedding
- Proficiency with metrology tools and techniques: ellipsometry, film thickness measurement, thermal profiling
- Strong foundation in thermal process development including soft bake, hard bake, PEB, and final cure optimization
Professional Skills
- Outstanding analytical and problem-solving abilities with proven expertise in Design of Experiments (DOE) and Statistical Process Control (SPC)
- Excellent troubleshooting skills with a track record of resolving complex equipment and process issues
- Demonstrated ability to thrive in fast-paced, high-volume production or R&D environments
- Strong cross-functional collaboration skills and effective communication across technical disciplines
If you are a good match for the role above, please reach out to Ritu Chaudhari for a confidential chat today at
UEN: 201304702D | EAs: 14S7084 / R1109143
