
Process Integration Engineer
Required skills
- silicon process technology
- integrated silicon devices
- unit process development
- process module development
- process flow implementation
- device architecture
- electrical characterization
- technology qualification
- new silicon technology development
- process module characterization
Nice to have
- 180 nm
- 40 nm technologies
- intrinsic reliability testing
- AI/ML techniques
- statistical modeling
- semiconductor process data
Role summary
onsemi is seeking a Process Integration Engineer to define, develop, and implement silicon process technology for integrated silicon devices. This role involves unit/process module development, process flow implementation, design rule definition, device architecture, electrical characterization, and technology qualification, supporting new and existing technology transfers. The ideal candidate will have an MS or PhD in a relevant engineering field, a minimum of 10 years of experience in semiconductor manufacturing or process development, and knowledge of semiconductor processes and device physics. Experience with DOE, statistical analysis, and data analytics is required. Preferred qualifications include experience with specific technology nodes, reliability testing, TCAD simulations, and scripting languages like Python.
The Process Integration and Technology Development Engineer defines, develops, and implements silicon process technology for the manufacture of integrated silicon devices. The successful candidate will be responsible for unit/process module development, process flow implementation, design rule definition, device architecture, electrical characterization, and technology qualification. These tasks support new silicon technology developments and transfers of existing technologies in and out of the resident fab. Experience related to semiconductor processing in BCD, Discretes, and hybrid Smart Power technologies and knowledge of semiconductor device functions is required.
Responsibilities
Process Integration and Technology Development
- Lead the development of unit processes and process modules for CMOS, BCD, Discretes, and hybrid Smart Power technologies.
- Define and assess process module characterization to ensure robustness, manufacturability, and scalability.
- Develop and maintain end-to-end technology process flows with detailed process specifications.
- Define physical design rules and test structures for characterization.
- Drive process and device optimization to meet performance, reliability, and cost targets.
- Design and analyze statistical experiments using DOE, regression, and AI-assisted methods to optimize device architecture and process modules.
- Support intrinsic reliability studies, including gate oxide integrity, TDDB, HCI, EM, and stress migration, using both physics-based and data-driven approaches.
Manufacturing, Yield & Technology Transfer
- Facilitate process improvements and corrective actions for yield, reliability, and manufacturability issues using root-cause analysis and data mining and analysis.
- Support Process Engineering and Yield Engineering teams to improve process quality and yield for technologies released to manufacturing.
Enable smooth technology transfers into and out of the fab by using data-driven monitoring, excursion detection, and learning systems.
Qualifications
Required
- MS or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Engineering, or related technical field.
- Minimum of 10 years’ experience in semiconductor manufacturing or process development or process integration in a semiconductor manufacturing environment.
- Knowledge of semiconductor processes such as oxidation, implant, deposition (CVD, PECVD, etc.), RIE, CMP, Lithography used in FEOL and BEOL wafer fabrication.
- Experience applying DOE, statistical analysis, and data analytics to semiconductor development.
- Understanding of semiconductor device physics and construction, including CMOS, DMOS, Bipolar, and Trench FET devices.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to convey complex technical concepts clearly.
- Proven problem-solving ability and strong collaboration skills in cross-functional teams.
Preferred
- Experience with 180 nm through 40 nm technologies.
- Knowledge of intrinsic reliability testing methodologies, including GOI, VRamp, TDDB, HCI, EM, and SM.
- Hands-on experience with process and device TCAD simulations.
- Experience designing and evaluating physical and electrical design rule test structures.
- Familiarity with AI/ML techniques, data mining, or statistical modeling applied to semiconductor process or device data.
- Experience using scripting languages (e.g., Python, MATLAB, JMP, or equivalent) for data analysis, automation, or model development.
onsemi (Nasdaq: ON) is driving disruptive innovations to help build a better future. With a focus on automotive and industrial end-markets, the company is accelerating change in megatrends such as vehicle electrification and safety, sustainable energy grids, industrial automation, and 5G and cloud infrastructure. With a highly differentiated and innovative product portfolio, onsemi creates intelligent power and sensing technologies that solve the world’s most complex challenges and leads the way in creating a safer, cleaner, and smarter world.
More details about our company benefits can be found here:
https://www.onsemi.com/careers/career-benefits
We are committed to sourcing, attracting, and hiring high-performance innovators, while providing all candidates a positive recruitment experience that builds our brand as a great place to work.
onsemi is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, marital status, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, or local laws.
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