{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"f9412d51f37a1e620569589d","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/f9412d51f37a1e620569589d","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/f9412d51f37a1e620569589d","title":"Process Integration Engineer","description":"Job DescriptionSummaryThe Process Integration Engineer will be responsible for semiconductor process integration in optical laser fabrication. The engineer should have experience with front-end and back-end-of-line, and packaging processing. Good understanding of reliability evaluation techniques and understanding failure analysis experience is desirable. He/she will collaborate with other individuals and functional teams, define projects, address issues, develop improvement plans, and finally to document and deliver the desired end results.Job Duties1. Wafer ProcessWork with Process Engineers to develop processes to maximize operational efficiencyOptimize current processes to improve manufacturability, yield and performance of products2. Project ManagementWork with process and process integration team to implement and integrate new/improved process workflowCommunicate process data and actions through meetings, presentations, and reports to management and monitor process stability through ongoing review of yield and quality performance metrics3. AnalysisReview reliability data and investigate the root cause if any failures on reliabilityFailure analysis to verify the cause if needed thru internal and external resourcesReview layout of product design structure for understanding and finding any issue related to design4. CooperationInteract and coordinate with product engineering team to resolve yield and quality issuesResolve action items on timely basis to meet product development goals5. MaintenanceProvide training and guidance to Junior Engineers or technicians as neededMaintain documentation for new and improved processes for reference purposesQualificationsBachelor’s degree in Material Science Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, or related discipline plus 3 years of work experience in a semiconductor laboratory or fabrication is required.Master’s degree or Ph.D. in Material Science Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, or related discipline plus 1 year of work experience in semiconductor laboratory or fabrication is preferred.Hands-on experience in semiconductor characterization techniques such as SEM, TEM, EDS, XRD, optical microscopy, etc. is preferred.Knowledge of compound semiconductor device theory is desired.Microsoft Access, SQL, LabVIEW and other programing skills preferred.Experience with DOE techniques and SPC (Statistical Process Control) is preferred.Strong data analysis and problem-solving skills.Detail oriented and self-motivated.Ability to work independently and as a team.Ability to work in clean room environment wearing smock.Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for successful inter and intra-group interactions.Physical Demands and Work EnvironmentSubject to noise, vibration, dust, odors, and exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals.The associate works in a manufacturing environment and be require to wear personal protective equipment.LocationThis position will be on-site based in Sugar Land, Texas.WHY AOI?In addition to competitive salary, AOI offersFlexible and competitive health (medical, dental, vision) plans offer the employee with the right options to meet individual and family needsEmployer matching on 401(k) deferralsGenerous PTO policy, with unused PTO payout at end of the yearRelocation package available within USImmigration sponsorships (Must be currently authorized to work in the US)We do not accept unsolicited proposals from third-party recruiters or agencies. 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