The key functions of Semiconductor Engineer is to:
- Manage manufacturing process of the products, including technology yield and performance of the products
- Develop test programmes and procedures to ensure the products meet their performance specifications
- Provide advice on aspects of semiconductor process technology and maintain and repair semiconductor equipment
- Design and develop the layout for integrated circuits according to electronics engineerings principles, using software to create design schematics and diagrams
Tasks:
- To own, maintain and improve the following indices: Quality, Uptime and Cost.
- Sustain equipment KPI and make continuous improvements to enhance the performance.
- Monitor and control equipment performance indices. Optimize PM procedures to make it more effective and efficient.
- Coordinate with both process and manufacturing Engineers to ensure work is carried out efficiently to meet module objectives.
- Manage the logistics for parts so as to prevent prolonged uptime losses in the case of equipment failure.
- Manage the expenditure allocated for equipment maintenance without compromising on quality output.
- Continuous improvement of equipment KPI in terms of quality, uptime and costs.
- Plan and implement an effective Preventive Maintenance program on equipment.
- Coach and Mentor subordinates to ensure that skill level and knowledge are up to date, and continuously give feedback on their work performance.
- Document Corrective Action and Best Known Methods, and Fan it out to all for maximum ROI and learning.
- Participate in CIP programs to optimize equipment utilization and cost of maintenance.
- ecome the technical Expert for the respective machine specialization.
- ● Know how to use SPACE to monitor and analyze SPC charts. Know how to use JMP to analyze engineering experiments. Know how to use measurement instruments effectively in data collection.
- Understand FMEA and be able to generate FMEA analysis for new tool. Able to utilize it to identify tool weaknesses and derive the top 3 to 5 risk factors.
- Able to create PROMIS (SiView) DC OP and SPC charts.
- Coordinate new equipment start-up to support production, from facilities hookup, vendor startup, to acceptance of equipment for production.
- Wafer scrap reduction awareness and mindset.
- Follow up on SPSR, MRB, 8D, TECN, and ECN documentation for closure of issues / events. Provide guidance to Junior Engineers.
- Self audit and update specifications to meet TS16949 Quality Standard requirements.
- Set Expectation and carry out performance appraisal for Technician or AE as instructed by Section Manager.
Job Requirements:
- Degree in Electrical / Electronics / Mechanical / Mechatronics / Microelectronics / Materials / Material Sciences Engineering
- Min 3 years of relevant work experience in Etch Equipment in the semiconductor industry
- LAM tools preferred
- An excellent team player with good interpersonal, communication and written skills
- Strong logical thinking capability and good analytical skill
- High level of integrity with strong leadership attributes to lead and coach a team
- Highly committed with good ownership and accountability
- Able to adapt in a fast pace environment and work under pressure
- Proficient in MS Office Applications