Process Engineer

Akkodis is recruiting for a Process Engineer for a manufacturer in the Schenectady, New York area. We are looking for local candidates willing to work onsite. This is an onsite contract position with pay rate of $58 per hour to $98 per hour depending on education, experience and location.

This range is provided by Akkodis. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

$58.00/hr - $98.00/hr

Job Description

Summary:

As a Process Engineer contributing to the research and development of novel Wide Band Gap (WBG) and Ultra-Wide Band Gap (UWBG) semiconductor devices, you are responsible for leading fabrication projects, integration, process development, and sustaining and supporting equipment and processes. You will be working closely with an experienced, multidisciplinary team of scientists, engineers, technicians, and other stakeholders to create and deliver state-of-the-art semiconductor solutions for our diverse customers.

• Primary focus will be related to new equipment & process qualification
• Contribute to projects related to device fabrication, process development and characterization
• Define, execute, and analyze critical DOEs for process development and improvement
• Provide technical expertise in semiconductor materials, device fabrication, process development, metrology, statistical process control, and failure analysis
• Address requirements with regards to quality assurance, non-conformance events, engineering developments and compliance to applicable regulatory standards

• PhD in engineering, science or a related discipline with a minimum of 5 years of related experience in processing and integration; or an MS in an engineering, science or a related discipline with a minimum of 8 years of related experience; or a BS in engineering, science, or a related discipline with a minimum of 10 years of related experience
• Knowledge and experience in overall device fabrication, wafer processing, equipment, metrology, electrical testing
• Depth of knowledge and practical experience with thermal processing equipment and/or dry etch processing
• Demonstrated ability to design, execute and analyze experiments and implement changes to achieve a desired outcome
• Demonstrated ability to communicate and report status in a clear and organized fashion, tailoring message as needed to audiences such as peers, management, leadership and customers
• Demonstrated ability to work as part of an interdisciplinary team, to provide engineering support and mentorship to colleagues

• Hands-on experience in the fabrication of WBG (e.g., SiC, GaN, gallium oxide, diamond) semiconductor devices
• Understanding of six-sigma, design of experiments, data-driven statistics and analytical methods towards optimization and specification of process windows
• Demonstrated ability to effectively lead projects
• Experience with installation and qualification of semiconductor processing equipment
• Excellent communication skills and ability to interface across functions/levels with clarity and confidence
• A proven record of research and development in WBG or other device development through peer-reviewed publications, conference proceedings, and journal publications
• Ability to identify creative solutions to complex technical challenges or business needs
• High levels of curiosity, independence, creativity

If interested, forward resume to tina.j.

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Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, an EAP program, commuter benefits, and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

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