Sr. Engineer - PVD Process Engineering

About GlobalFoundries:

GlobalFoundries is a leading full-service semiconductor foundry providing a unique combination of design, development, and fabrication services to some of the world’s most inspired technology companies. With a global manufacturing footprint spanning three continents, GlobalFoundries makes possible the technologies and systems that transform industries and give customers the power to shape their markets. For more information, visit www.gf.com

Summary of Role:

GlobalFoundries is a 24/7 manufacturing facility providing technician support across all shifts. The Fab9 physical vapor deposition (PVD) process module is seeking a motivated Sr. Process Engineer to become part of our 200mm Fabricator team, fully on site, at Fab9 in Essex Junction, VT. This Mon-Fri daytime position will sustain, improve, and own existing PVD processes as well as develop new ones. The ideal candidate will have a working knowledge of the Applied Materials Endura/Centura platform with two plus years of semiconductor fab experience.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Level ownership and line sustaining for existing PVD processes
• Learn and work with Fab9 systems and PVD processes & tools, while balancing quality, cost and delivery to meet and exceed output standards, product disposition for non-process of record events
• Collaborate with the equipment teams to improve deliverable targets, SPC (statistical process control), and tool qualifications
• Work with the integration, characterization and development teams to achieve objectives
• Collaborate with the development teams on new technologies and features
• Reduce Cycle Time & Cost for PVD processes
• Increase yield for PVD processes
• Create, execute and improve standard work
• Coordinate information exchange and build working relationships with co-workers, managers, other modules and support groups to accomplish tasks and solve problems. This will include initial time running tools to learn the area and develop a rapport with the manufacturing team
• Communicate and collaborate with co-workers within and outside the department
• Work in a clean room environment wearing gloves, other Personal Protective Equipment, including a clean room suit, up to 8hrs per day

Other Responsibilities:

• Perform all activities in a safe and responsible manner and support all Environmental, Health, Safety & Security requirements, and programs
• Other duties as assigned by manager / supervisor

Required Qualifications:

• Education – bachelor’s degree in engineering (chemical preferred but not required), materials science, or related technical discipline
• Experience – Minimum 2 years of relevant semiconductor experience
• Fluency in English Language - both Written & Verbal
• Ability to have a positive influence in a collaborative team environment
• Demonstrated ability to lead projects, taking initiative to drive solutions to problems
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong planning & organizational skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Education - master's degree in chemical engineering, Materials Science, or related discipline
• Experience - 3+ years relevant PVD process engineering experience
• Competency in 8D problem solving
• Experience in Lean manufacturing processes
• Understanding of semiconductor manufacturing equipment & GlobalFoundries' systems in Essex, VT

Expected Salary Range

$69,000.00 - $145,800.00

The exact Salary will be determined based on qualifications, experience and location.