Sr. Process Engineering Technician

Sky Water Technology, a U.S.

-based company manufacturing U.S. made semiconductors, is hiring a Sr. Process Engineering Technician to support Advanced Packaging Process Development.

Support Advanced Packaging Process Development by performing experiments, documenting observations, and proposing recommendations to engineering.

• Perform routine checks and monitor process performance using Statistical Process Control (SPC) charts.
• Assist in the qualification and validation of new processes or equipment.
• Provide feedback to engineers regarding process trends and abnormalities.
• Operate, calibrate, and maintain semiconductor processing tools such as etchers, deposition systems, and metrology equipment.
• Support equipment qualifications, including running test wafers and collecting data.
• Collaborate with maintenance technicians to troubleshoot and resolve equipment issues.
• Collect process data and conduct preliminary analysis to identify deviations or trends.
• Support root cause analysis and failure analysis efforts by providing accurate data.
• Maintain detailed process logs and documentation.
• Assist engineers with experiments, including preparing test wafers and running process trials.
• Perform measurements using metrology tools (e.g., SEM, TEM, ellipsometry, profilometry).
• Provide suggestions for process improvements based on observation and data.
• Work closely with process engineers, equipment technicians, and production operators.
• Communicate findings and observations effectively through reports or verbal updates.
• Participate in shift passdowns and cross‑functional team meetings.
• Follow cleanroom protocols and adhere to safety and quality standards.
• Ensure compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations.
• Properly handle chemicals and hazardous materials as needed.

• Two year technical degree and/or 5+ years technician experience in a semiconductor fabrication facility, assembly or manufacturing/laboratory/cleanroom environment.
• Proficient with MS Office.
• Clear problem‑solving capability, data driven, inventive solution oriented and can articulate thought processes.
• Positive interpersonal skills, ability to influence others, highly energetic, and self‑motivated.
• Demonstrated ability to meet commitments, drive multiple projects, and deliver results.
• Working knowledge in materials characterization and analysis.
• Experience in low volume/high product mix environments.
• Experience operating an SEM.
• Experience in wafer fab, CMOS or MEMS manufacturing or R&D.
• Required to work compressed shifts:
  Shift A (Sunday–Tuesday and Sunday–Wednesday) 6:00 am‑6:15 pm, 12.25 hours per day, 30‑minute unpaid meal;
  Shift C (Thursday–Saturday and Wednesday–Saturday) same hours.
• US Citizenship required and ability to obtain a US government security clearance.

The hourly rate range for this role is $27.88 - $41.83, based on experience and qualifications.

Sky Water offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, mental health, legal, short- and long-term disability, paid time off, paid holidays, 401(k) match, life insurance, opportunities to purchase stock at a discounted rate, an on‑site fitness facility, and a self‑serve market.

Sky Water complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities unless doing so would cause an undue hardship. Alternative methods of applying are available for individuals unable to use the site because of a disability. EOE, including disability and veterans.