Process Engineer - Electroplating and CMP

Job Description

• Manufacturing engineer owner of wet processes (Electroplating and CMP) in magnetic recording head wafer fabrication.
• Responsible for statistical process control (SPC) of process, chemistries, and tool parameters (film composition & thickness, deposition / removal rates, pressure, temperature, chemical concentration, pH, etc.).
• Responsible for optimizing process performance (ensure uniform deposition or removal of metal/dielectric materials), maintain process margin.
• Conduct failure analysis for process/tool deviations that result in defects and affect wafer quality.
• Participate in the introduction of new processes/materials into manufacturing and take ownership to maintain these under good control and to achieve maturity.
• Participate in the introduction and qualification of new Wet process equipment for capacity improvement or technology advancement.

• Bachelor’s with 0‑5+ years or Master’s with 0‑3+ years of experience in related field, Ph.D preferred.
• Minimum 0‑3+ years of direct hands‑on experience of the techniques and equipment used in electroplating and CMP processes.
• Strong working knowledge of operating and maintaining electroplating and CMP tools and related equipment is a must.
• Proficiency in AI‑driven data analytics, smart manufacturing systems, and statistical analysis tools like JMP is required.
• The ability to manage multiple tasks effectively in a fast‑paced environment is crucial.
• Meticulous attention to detail is important to ensure precise and accurate process execution.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a cleanroom environment wearing full coverall garments for extended periods.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, problem‑solving, and analytical skills.

Salary range: $ – $

• Employee’s pay position within the salary range may be based on several factors including but not limited to education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, performance, location, shift, internal and external equity, and business needs.
• The salary range is for jobs performed in California, Colorado, New York, or remote jobs that can be performed in those states, and may be modified in the future.
• If the position is non‑exempt, you are eligible for overtime pay pursuant to company policy and applicable laws. Shift differentials may apply.
• You will be eligible to be considered for bonuses under either WD’s Short Term Incentive Plan (STI Plan) or the Sales Incentive Plan (SIP) and may be eligible for our annual Long‑Term Incentive program (LTI). RSU awards are available to eligible new hires subject to WD's standard terms.
• Benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, medical/dental/vision insurance, life/accident/disability insurance, flexible spending, health savings, employee assistance, supplemental life, AD&D, legal plan, pet insurance, critical illness, hospital indemnity, tuition reimbursement, transit, Applause Program, employee stock purchase, and WD Savings 401(k) Plan.
• Note:
  
  Compensation is at the company’s discretion until earned and vested. Bonus, commission, or other benefit availability is determined by company discretion.

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