Wets Process Engineer

Job description

This position is for an engineer to work at IBM’s Albany, NY research and development fab as Unit Process Engineer with focus on wet cleaning and etching processes for emerging Semiconductor technologies. Engineer will be expected to use your process, tool, and fundamental knowledge, and you will earn recognition for your contribution and expertise.

Responsibilities include:
- developing new processes, improving existing processes and equipment for semiconductor fabrication;
- transferring new technology from research to development to high volume manufacturing;
- ensuring quality controls, procedures, and processes are in place and fully documented;
- working to continuously improve all areas of their processes/tools (including cost, process speed, defect levels, and impact on device performance) and quality controls;
-Generation of Intellectual Property for IBM and protection of it through the patenting process.

The engineer will
-work closely with the process integration team to design, coordinate and execute experiments.
- lead teams that include tool vendors, development, integration, and operations to address process and tool issues.
- advise management and technical teams on project direction.
- direct tool technicians and operators on tool recoveries and daily activities.

The successful engineer will be excited to meet new challenges and exhibit a high-level of interest in understanding and solving complex technical problems. Experience with vendor tool software, process control charts, and process characterization is preferred. Related experience in aqueous chemistry and organic solvents is preferred.

The mission of the IBM Research Semiconductor Group in Albany is leadership and collaboration in semiconductor and memory technology for high-performance computing systems for the cloud and cognitive era. We develop differentiating, leading-edge technology in a 300mm semiconductor fabrication facility with over 100k sq. ft of clean room space in Albany NY. This technology is commercialized through development and manufacturing partnerships.

Read more about IBM’s Memory Technologies here: https://researcher.watson.ibm.com/researcher/view_group.php?id=7956

Auto req ID

175686BR
Required Education

Bachelor's Degree
Role ( Job Role )

Hardware Developer
State / Province

NEW YORK
Primary job category

Hardware Development & Support
Company

(0147) International Business Machines Corporation
Contract type

Regular
Employment Type

Full-Time
ERBP

Yes
Is this role a commissionable/sales incentive based position?

No
Travel Required

No Travel
IBM Business Group

Research
Preferred Education

Doctorate Degree
City / Township / Village

ALBANY
EO Statement

IBM is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. IBM is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.
Required Technical and Professional Expertise

Required Skills:
·  Must be fluent in English.
·  Degree in Science or Engineering
Skill-keywords

insulator films for emerging semiconductor manufacturing technologies with applications in gate devices and metal interconnects. Complimentary-metal-oxide-semiconductor (CMOS)
Country/Region

United States
Preferred Technical and Professional Experience

Preferred Skills:
·  Experience with vendor tool software,
·  Experience with process control charts, and
·  Hands-on experience in developing/troubleshooting processes for device fabrication (DOE)
·  Direct, hands-on experience in aqueous chemistry and organic solvents
·  Hands on experience in using/building/troubleshooting wet chemistry tools
Secondary Job Category

Other Hardware Development & Support
Eligibility Requirements

·  none
Position Type

Professional
Early Professional Track

Not Applicable - Professional Hire