Dry Etch Process Development Engineer

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About the job
Texas Instruments is looking for an energetic engineer with a passion for process. This position provides the opportunity to drive continual improvement at all levels. Our team is primarily focused on process development. We are searching for a self-directed highly motivated engineer to join our team.

The responsibilities of a Process Development Engineer in this role include:

• Develops new or modified processes defines processing and equipment requirements and specifications; reviews processing techniques and methods applied in the manufacture of products
• Involvement may begin at any step from paper study pilot plant to full-scale manufacturing
• Compiles and evaluates test data to determine appropriate limits and variables for process or material specifications
• May conceive and plan projects involving definition and selection of new concepts equipment chemistry automation technology approaches in the processing or development of new or improved processes
• Provides technical engineering support in the manufacturing area
• Recommends and implements equipment and process modifications to improve production efficiencies manufacturing techniques fundamental capabilities and production yields for existing products.
• Develops and conducts statistical analysis such as Design of Experiments (DOE) and Statistical Process Control (SPC) targeting physical causes of failure for yield loss and improving quality
• Partners with vendors to define and execute on equipment and process development roadmaps

Minimum requirements:

• Masters degree in Chemical Engineering Chemistry Electrical Engineering Materials Science Engineering Mechanical Engineering Physics or a related field
• 5 years relevant experience in 300mmDry Etch
• Strong foundation in statistical process controlDesign of Experiments (DOE) data analysis model-based problem solvingengineering change control and process release strategies

Preferred qualifications:

• Previous direct R&D experience in 300mm semiconductors
• Experience with HKMG and/or Silicon Photonics strongly preferred
• Working knowledge of advanced CMOS device physics and reliability mechanisms in advanced logic and CMOS technologies
• Experience across multiple 300mm etch platforms multiple vendors and conductor and dielectric etch experience
• Device physics training with understanding of materials and electrical test characterization
• Data analysis skills
• Ability to work in teams and collaborate effectively with people in different functions and locations
• Ability to take the initiative and drive for results
• Strong time management skills that enable on-time project delivery
• Working well in a team environment is imperative in this role
• Demonstrated ability to build strong influential relationships
• AI/ML and scripting experience
• Good listener and excellent verbal and written communication skills