Thin Film Process Development Engineer; Writer

Overview

TITLE: THIN FILM PROCESS DEVELOPMENT ENGINEER (WRITER)
FLSA STATUS: EXEMPT
REPORTS TO: DIRECTOR, THIN FILM PROCESS DEVELOPMENT ENGINEERING

Under the direction of the Director of Thin Film Process Development Engineering, the Thin Film Process Development Engineer is responsible for developing, monitoring, sustaining, and supporting advanced writer film, PMR, TAMR or other sensor processes for new and prototype products; designing and conducting advanced wafer experiments, analyzing the data, and reporting the results; developing and implementing new practices or methodologies which reduce cost and improve operational efficiency;

conducting root cause analysis and implementing corrective action; developing and implementing procedures for transitioning new products into the production line; and reviewing, updating, and maintaining documentation and process instructions. This position is located in Milpitas, California.

• Develops, sustains, and supports advanced thin film processes for new and prototype products; develops and implements novel approaches to improve and optimize PMR, TAMR and advanced writer processes
• Develops and implements practices or methodologies which reduce cost and improve operational efficiency
• Conducts root cause analysis and implements corrective action if required
• Develops and implements processes or procedures for transitioning new products into the production line
• Resolves process issues related to material selection; recommends corrective action
• Reviews, updates, and maintains documentation and process instructions
• Instructs operators and technicians on processes and procedures, including modifications to existing procedures
• Partners with equipment and maintenance personnel in order to minimize tool down time and integrate new tools into the production line
• Designs and conducts advanced experiments, analyzes data, and develops recommendations for improving the performance or reducing cost based on test results
• Partners with other groups and departments, including process and product engineering to develop and implement new processes which reduce scrap and improve yield
• Responds to inquiries from other team members, managers, or departments
• Adheres to all safety policies and procedures as required
• Performs other duties of a similar nature or level

• Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, or Physics, and/or equivalent relevant experience;
  PhD preferred
• Three years of hands’ on experience in PVD/IBD/CVD/ALD/PECVD technology
• Strong industry experience working in the magnetic recording head, hard disk drive, or semiconductor industry in a thin film process development engineering role
• Strong knowledge and experience using JMP, SPC, or similar software
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Applications

• Strong knowledge and experience of PVD, IBD, CVD, ALD, PECVD processes in PMR, TAMR, and other writer area
• Strong knowledge and hands-on experience of thin film manufacturing processes, practices, and techniques
• Strong knowledge of wafer fabrication processing techniques and tools such as PVD, IBD, CVD, ALD, and PECVD
• Knowledge and ability to use Microsoft Office applications to create spreadsheets, Word documents, and presentations
• Able to design experiments, analyze results, and recommend corrective action in order to reduce scrap and improve yield
• Able to use critical thinking to resolve issues, conduct root cause analysis, and make recommendations for process improvements
• Able to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with all levels of contractors, consultants, employees, and management
• Able to work productively and collaboratively with all levels of employees and management
• Able to comply with all safety policies and procedures
• Demonstrated organizational and time management skills
• Demonstrated problem-solving and trouble shooting skills
• Flexible and able to prioritize

The annual base salary for this full-time position is between $-$ + bonus target + benefits. Within the range the individual pay may differ depending on additional factors including job responsibilities,…