Senior Engineer, Process Engineering (Defectivity)

Investigate contamination, particle generation, material interactions, mechanical sources, environmental influences, and wafer handling-related defects. Develop a deep understanding of defect generation mechanisms throughout wafer movement, process execution, metrology, inspection, and automation systems. Partner with engineering teams to improve defect performance, process robustness, equipment reliability, and manufacturability. Utilize advanced defect characterization and analytical techniques to determine defect origin, composition, transport mechanisms, and generation pathways. Establish defectivity reduction roadmaps and support technology development, qualification, and continuous improvement initiatives. Collaborate with process, hardware, software, manufacturing, supplier quality, and customer-facing teams to solve complex technical challenges. Present technical findings and recommendations to senior stakeholders and support knowledge sharing across engineering organizations. What we are looking for Master's degree or PhD in Materials Science, Physics, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Semiconductor Engineering, or a related technical discipline. Minimum 8 years of semiconductor industry experience in process engineering, defectivity engineering, yield engineering, integration engineering, or a related field. Strong experience supporting semiconductor manufacturing, front-end wafer processing equipment, or advanced process technologies. Deep understanding of defect generation mechanisms within semiconductor manufacturing environments. Expertise in contamination control, particle reduction, and defect prevention methodologies. Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with proficiency in DOE and statistical data analysis. Experience utilizing defect inspection, metrology, characterization, and failure analysis techniques. Ability to translate process and defect data into actionable root-cause conclusions and sustainable engineering solutions. Strong communication skills with the ability to influence technical decisions across cross-functional teams. What sets you apart Experience working with semiconductor equipment manufacturers or leading semiconductor fabrication facilities. Experience supporting wafer handling systems, process equipment, metrology, inspection, automation, or integrated manufacturing platforms. Knowledge of advanced logic, DRAM, NAND, or emerging semiconductor device technologies. Experience in equipment qualification, process qualification, supplier quality, or manufacturing readiness programs. Familiarity with machine learning, advanced analytics, or AI-enabled approaches for defectivity analysis. Experience mentoring engineers and leading complex cross-functional technical initiatives. Demonstrated success in delivering measurable defectivity reduction and yield improvement outcomes.