What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sr. Photolithography Manufacturing Engineer position at Headway Technologies?
TITLE : SR. PHOTOLITHOGRAPHY MANUFACTURING ENGINEER
FLSA STATUS : EXEMPT
REPORTS TO : SR. MANAGER, PHOTOLITHOGRAPY MANUFACTURING ENGINEERING
SUMMARY :
Under the direction of the Sr. Manager of Photolithography Manufacturing Engineering, the Sr. Photolithography Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for the monitoring, sustaining, and supporting day-to-day photolithography processes and programs on the manufacturing line, including developing and delivering strategies to improve and optimize materials characterization and process margins, developing and implementing practices or methodologies which reduce cost and improve operational efficiency; analyzing data, creating reports, and making presentations to groups; conducting root cause analysis and implementing corrective action; developing and implementing procedures for transitioning new products in the manufacturing line; and reviewing, updating, and maintaining all documentation and MPI’s. This position is located in Milpitas, California.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :
- Monitors, sustains, and supports day-to-day photolithography manufacturing processes, programs, and activities which improve and optimize wafer quality and performance
- Ensures process reliability and consistency by providing technical support to operators, technicians, and other engineers
- Designs and conducts advanced experiments to verify process efficiency and robustness; analyzes results and reports findings
- Develops and implements practices or methodologies which lower cost, increase yield, and improve operational efficiency
- Conducts root cause analysis and implements corrective action if required
- Recommends improvements to photolithography processes with improve production yields via process / tool manufacturability optimization
- Responds to inquiries from other team members, managers, or departments
- Uses Statistical Process Control (SPC) and other complex software applications to analyze large volumes of 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 :
The annual base salary for this full-time position is between $111,276.00-$165,000.00 bonus target benefits. Within the range the individual pay may differ depending on additional factors including job responsibilities, job related knowledge, skills, abilities, education, and experience. The annual base pay range shown is subject to change and may be modified periodically.
WORKING CONDITIONS :
The Sr. Photolithography 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.
Salary : $111,276 - $165,000
