Production Engineer

Inpria, a subsidiary of JSR Corporation, has an immediate opening for a Staff Production Engineer based in Corvallis, OR. You will join our diverse team of talent and contribute to our High-Volume Manufacturing (HVM) Operations team by supporting and developing the manufacturing processes required for production of our EUV photoresists. Your experience in handling high-purity chemicals and quality management systems and your knowledge of analytical metrology tool sets will help fuel our company’s growth, support our key customers, and provide you with opportunities to expand your career.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Own formulating frequent, repeatable EUV photoresist batches on our pilot and production lines for worldwide customer delivery
• Maintain flexibility to support and streamline standard and non-standard formulation production runs
• Perform hands-on analytical measurements of in-process samples and other simple wet-bench chemistry, including use of laboratory fume hoods and inert gloveboxes
• Communicate and engage with a diverse team of chemists, engineers, and technicians
• Document data and ensure data integrity, demonstrating good lab book practices and quality control metrics
• Analyze data using statistical control methods, respond to process deviations, and report findings to relevant teams
• Conduct experiments on incoming materials to maintain supply assurance
• Create and update controlled documentation of each process step
• Improve data tracking protocols, including quality control metrics
• Qualify changes in coordination with management, equipment, and quality groups
• Use quality management systems to escalate process deviations to material review board
• Develop and update process and instrumentation diagrams (P&ID) and work with equipment engineers to ensure capital projects fulfil Inpria’s scale-up needs
• Establish Theory of Operation based on P&ID and work with engineering to implement controls
• Develop control plans to enable programmable control of equipment
• Create and modify equipment with logic controllers and enable recipe control through control systems
• Work with other engineers to develop, construct, and modify equipment to enable experiments or batch production
• Work in cleanroom environments and practice clean handling procedures to minimize contamination

Key Qualifications

• BS or MS in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering or equivalent through experience
• 0-3 years experience working in a production scale position
• Demonstration of active and effective communication skills, verbal and written
• Well organized, flexible, enthusiastic, and eager to learn
• Experience with high-purity chemical handling in air-free environments is a plus
• Knowledge of lithographic materials is a plus
• Experience with PLCs and HMIs is a plus
• Experience with JMP or statistical data analysis is beneficial
• Self-driven and proactive in achieving goals
• Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 30lbs from floor to countertop
• Ability to lift 20lbs overhead
• Ability to use a glovebox with thick rubber gloves to accurately pour, pipet, mix and handle chemicals in small bottles
• Ability to wear standard cleanroom attire
• Ability to wear standard PPE
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time
• Ability to use a keyboard and mouse for computer data entry and/or analysis, and presenting data
• Provide evening and/or weekend engineering support, pending business needs

Compensation and Benefits:

Inpria offers competitive compensation including a bonus and an excellent benefits package:

• Group health, dental, and vision insurance with family coverage
• Life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability aid for by Inpria
• 401(k) plan with employer-matching contributions
• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave

About Inpria:

Inpria Corporation is the world leader in metal oxide photoresist design, development, and manufacturing. Inpria’s EUV photoresists enable semiconductor manufacturers to realize the full potential of EUV lithography.

Nestled against the foothills of the Coast Range, Corvallis, OR is consistently ranked among the country's most livable and family-friendly towns, offering excellent outdoor recreation activities in the nearby Cascade Mountains and Oregon coast.

Learn more at www.inpria.com

Equal Opportunity Statement:

Inpria is an equal-opportunity employer. At Inpria, we recognize that diversity of thought enhances innovation and problem-solving. Inpria is dedicated to creating an inclusive work environment where employees feel respected, valued, and empowered. We embrace and celebrate the unique experiences, perspectives, and cultural backgrounds each employee brings to our workplace.