PROCESS ENGINEER

Job Overview

The Process Engineer is responsible for designing, optimizing, and sustaining advanced semiconductor manufacturing equipment and processes. This role focuses on improving equipment performance, process stability, and production readiness while supporting new product development and ensuring compliance with industry standards and customer requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and optimize equipment processes to enhance efficiency, reliability, and product quality

• Analyze equipment performance data, conduct process studies, and implement process control strategies

• Lead equipment qualification activities, including FAT and SAT

• Drive root cause analysis and continuous improvement using Six Sigma, SPC, and Lean methodologies

• Support new product development, equipment scaling, and customer technical escalations

• Collaborate cross-functionally with design, manufacturing, and customer teams

• Develop and maintain technical documentation, SOPs, and risk assessments

• Train internal teams and provide on-site customer support when required

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

• Minimum 3+ years experience in process or application engineering within semiconductor equipment manufacturing

• Strong knowledge of semiconductor equipment, manufacturing processes, and process integration

• Proficiency in data analysis tools (Excel, JMP, Minitab) and process improvement methodologies

• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills

Preferred Skills

• Six Sigma Green Belt or higher

• Hands-on experience with equipment troubleshooting and qualification

• Knowledge of automation, control systems, vacuum systems, and cleanroom environments

• Programming (Excel macros or Python) and CAD experience is an advantage