Headway Technologies is hiring : Sr. Thin Film Manufacturing Engineer in Milpitas

TITLE : SR. THIN FILM MANUFACTURING ENGINEER

FLSA STATUS : EXEMPT

REPORTS TO : DIRECTOR, THIN FILM MANUFACTURING ENGINEERING

SUMMARY :

Under the direction of the Director of Thin Film Manufacturing Engineering, the Sr. Thin Film Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for the monitoring, sustaining, and supporting day-to-day thin film manufacturing processes utilizing ion beam techniques, including providing technical support to ensure process reliability; verifying process robustness with characterization of process latitudes through experimentation; improving the efficiency of deposition and / or dry etching processes; developing and implementing practices or methodologies which reduce cost and improve operational efficiency; conducting root cause analysis and implementing corrective action; and improving production yields via process / tool manufacturability optimization. This position is located in Milpitas, California.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :

• Monitors, sustains, and supports day-to-day thin film manufacturing processes, programs, and activities
• Ensures process reliability by providing technical support to operators, technicians, and other engineers
• Collaborates with development team regarding new deposition or dry-etching process integration and manufacturing process improvements
• Improves the efficiency of deposition and / or dry etching processes by analyzing data, conducting experiments, and researching alternative methods which reduce scrap
• Designs and conducts experiments to verify process robustness with characterization of process latitudes
• Develops and implements practices or methodologies which lower cost, reduce cycle time, and improve operational efficiency
• Conducts root cause analysis and implements corrective action if required
• Responds to inquiries from other team members, managers, or departments
• Partners with equipment and maintenance personnel in order to minimize tool down time
• Uses Statistical Process Control (SPC) to analyze product quality data; develops charts or reports and presents findings before groups or teams
• Adheres to all safety policies and procedures as required
• Performs other duties of a similar nature or level

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :

WORKING CONDITIONS :

The Sr. Thin Film Manufacturing Engineer works primarily in an office environment from Monday thru Friday. The schedule may be altered from time-to-time to meet business or operational needs; may travel from building-to-building as needed. Works in a class 100 ESD sensitive wafer manufacturing facility; wears a cleanroom (bunny) suit, including hood, gloves, safety glasses, booties, and mask. May be exposed to hazardous conditions, chemicals, fumes, and / or gases during the course of work day; may be exposed to loud noise. Stands, walks, bends, and twists. Performs various fine grasping movements; operates a computer and enters information using a keyboard, operates a telephone, and other office equipment. May occasionally be required to push, pull, or lift up to 30 pounds.

TDK / Headway Technologies, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. Applicants requiring accommodation in order to complete the application process should contact the Headway Human Resources Department.

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