Principal Process Engineer (Dry Etch, Unit Module Development)

The Opportunity: You will be joining a reputable semiconductor foundry that manufactures complex integrated chips for electronic devices. The Job: Technical Expertise & Etch Process Development: • Develop and modify etch process formulations, methods, and tool controls to meet stringent quality standards. • Analyze, and review technical data and charts to ensure etch performance, focusing on non-uniformity, defectivity, and removal rate stability. • Establish and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) specific to the etch module. • Integrate etch equipment capabilities and material systems to meet process module and technology specifications. • Lead recipe creation, maintenance, and optimization for etch tools to ensure accurate process monitoring and improve recipe quality. Leadership& Collaboration: • Drive Continuous Improvement Plans (CIPs) to enhance process performance and productivity. • Lead and participate in cross-functional teams to achieve organizational goals. • Serve as a technical subject matter expert for etch, providing guidance and training to junior etch engineers. • Collaborate with vendors and other internal teams for benchmarking and cross-learning initiatives. • Demonstrate mastery in all aspects of the etch technical discipline, with group-wide recognition as a senior member of a technical team. Problem-Solving& Innovation: • Solve complex, novel, and non-recurring technical problems. • Proactively identify and implement significant changes to existing processes and methods. • Contribute to intellectual property by being a contributing inventor on patents related to etch technology. • Participate in and contribute to conference or journal publications. Safety & Compliance: • Perform all activities in a safe and responsible manner. • Support all Environmental, Health, Safety & Security requirements. The Talent: • Master’s or Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical /Electronics / Mechanical / Chemical / Materials Science Engineering or related field. • 5 to 8 years of relevant experience in wafer fabrication industry, with a strong focus on etch. • Good interpersonal and communication skills • Good analytical and project management skills • Organized and systematic in problem solving, familiar with SPC, DOE & FMEA Next Step: • Interested applicants, please send your resume to yingchong.koh@adecco.com with your current and expected salary. • All shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Koh Ying Chong Consultant, Engineering | Permanent Recruitment Personnel Registration No. R23116418 Adecco Personnel Pte Ltd | UEN: 198500164K | EA License No.91C2918