Job Responsibilities
Process Development
- Develop and optimize plating processes (e.g., electrolytic copper, Ni/Sn).
- Evaluate new chemicals, materials, and equipment for plating process enhancement.
- Establish plating parameters to ensure uniform thickness, adhesion, and reliability.
Process Control & Monitoring
- Monitor plating bath chemistry and maintain proper control limits.
- Implement Statistical Process Control (SPC) and DOE to analyze process capability.
- Troubleshoot process and equipment issues to improve yield and throughput.
Yield & Quality Improvement
- Conduct root cause analysis of plating defects.
- Work with quality and reliability teams to address substrate failure mechanisms.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance quality and cost efficiency.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Interface with design, manufacturing, equipment, and suppliers to meet production goals.
- Support new product introductions (NPI) and qualification of plating processes.
Documentation & Compliance
- Maintain detailed documentation of plating recipes, process controls, and specs.
- Ensure compliance with environmental, safety, and regulatory standards (e.g., RoHS, REACH).
Perform any other ad-hoc duties as assigned by the Manager, as required to support the team and organizational goals.
Job Requirements
Professional Qualifications:
- PhD or Master's degree in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or related field.
- 5-10+ years of experience in semiconductor packaging or PCB/substrate manufacturing.
- Hands-on experience with copper/nickel/tin plating processes.
- Familiarity with tools such as XRF, SEM, profilometer, and electroplating equipment.
- Knowledge of substrate technologies such as Damascene, SAP, ABF build-up, or Embedding is a plus.
Specialized Knowledge & Skills:
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Knowledge of surface treatment, adhesion promotion, and via filling techniques.
- Familiar with lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or SPC tools.
- Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
