Principal Engineer - Wafer Electrical Test

Principal Engineer - Wafer Electrical Test

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About Global Foundries

Global Foundries is a leading full-service semiconductor foundry providing a unique combination of design, development, and fabrication services to some of the world’s most inspired technology companies. With a global manufacturing footprint spanning three continents, Global Foundries makes possible the technologies and systems that transform industries and give customers the power to shape their markets. For more information, visit

Summary Of Role

Global Foundries in Essex, VT is seeking a Principal Engineer - Test Engineering to execute responsibilities for electrical test on wafers. This engineer will work a 5/2 schedule (Mon - Fri, daytime hours), working additional hours as needed. This role will be fully on site at our 200mm Semiconductor manufacturing facility in Essex Junction, VT.

Essential Responsibilities

• Develop and implement methods and procedures for process control, process improvement, testing and inspection to ensure that the products are free of flaws and function as designed.
• Perform product testing and analysis to maintain quality levels and minimize defects and failure rates.
• Drive continuous improvement to improve throughput, reduce cost and support yield learning.
• Analyze electrical measurement data to find root cause for issues in the data collection equipment.
• Programming to implement test protocols and handle electrical test data.
• Develop new test environments to support next generation technologies.
• Must be technically inclined and able to lead hands on, tactical troubleshooting efforts to resolve long term performance issues; must be able to deconstruct and understand complex systems.
• Collaborate with Global Foundries' integration, equipment and quality engineering to support the development of improved next generation technologies.
• Work and collaborate other projects and/or assignments as needed.

Other Responsibilities

• Perform all activities in a safe and responsible manner and support all Environmental, Health, Safety & Security requirements and programs.
• Other duties as assigned by manager / supervisor.

Required Qualifications

• Technology related bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Physics or related discipline.
• Fluent in English - both written and verbal.
• Travel - up to 10%.
• Physical Capacity demands - wearing all Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required per cleanroom protocols, sitting / standing for long periods of time.
• Knowledge of semiconductor devices and processing.
• Ability to work effectively and efficiently with diverse teams, customers, internal and external partners.

Preferred Qualifications

• Programming experience:
  Perl, C, or Python.
• Understanding and knowledge of Statistical Process Control (SPC) and Design of Experiments (DOE).
• COOP/Internship in a technical field.
• Prior experience working in a semiconductor cleanroom environment.

Expected Salary Range

$79,100.00 - $

The exact Salary will be determined based on qualifications, experience and location.

Accommodation

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at  and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.

Equal Opportunity

Global Foundries is fully committed to equal opportunity in the workplace and believes that cultural diversity within the company enhances its business potential. Global Foundries goal of excellence in business necessitates the attraction and retention of highly qualified people. Artificial barriers and stereotypic biases detract from this objective and may be illegally discriminatory.

All policies and processes which pertain to employees including recruitment, selection, training, utilization, promotion, compensation, benefits, extracurricular programs, and termination are created and implemented without regard to age, ethnicity, ancestry, color, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religion, political and/or third-party affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other characteristic or category specified by local, state or federal law.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Quality Assurance
• Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing, IT Services and IT Consulting, and Software Development