Thin Film Process Development Engineer; Writer

Position: Thin Film Process Development Engineer (Writer)
TITLE:

THIN FILM PROCESS DEVELOPMENT ENGINEER (WRITER)
FLSA STATUS: EXEMPT

REPORTS TO:

SR. DIRECTOR, THIN FILM PROCESS ENGINEERING

SUMMARY:

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.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

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

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

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 Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

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 PECVDKnowledge 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, job related…