CMP Process Development Engineer - Principal

CMP Process Development Engineer - Principal

Bloomington, MN, USA Req #1566

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Position Summary:

SkyWater's CMP Process Development Engineer has the responsibility of owning a CMP process module for specialty foundry customers. This is an exciting time to join SkyWater where you can support development to work on process improvement, yield and process optimization projects.

Responsibilities:

• Develop or integrate robust manufacturable process recipes for Foundry customers in the CMP area.
• Equipment and material characterization as it relates to CMP.
• Drive continuous improvement of CMP process capability and controls.
• Complex CMP process integration for CMOS/MEMS/Superconducting/Photonics or other novel device types.
• Resolve process excursions and drive permanent Root Cause Corrective Actions (RCCA).
• The job also requires performing other duties as assigned. Percentages of time spent on job duties are estimates and may vary for each position.

Required Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelors & Masters in an Engineering discipline, or PhD in an Engineering discipline.
• 10-15 years of experience (Bachelors & Masters) or 2-3 years (PhD)
• Fab processing tools knowledge/experience, particularly with CMP processing knowledge/experience.
• CMOS/MEMS/Photonic device and integration knowledge with relevant combination of years of experience and/or advanced degree.
• Knowledge of DOE, SPC, and 6-sigma concepts and applications.
• Clear problem-solving capability, data driven, inventive solution oriented and can articulate thought processes.
• Can work both independently and in cross-functional teams for problem solving.
• US Citizenship Required: This position will require the holding of or ability to obtain government security clearance which requires U.S Citizenship.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Education: PhD in an Engineering discipline.
• Project Management skills and/or defined training.

SkyWater has an exciting environment where the brightest semiconductor minds come together to achieve exceptional results. We offer competitive salary and financial benefits, such as, bonuses, life insurance, 401k match, and opportunities to buy SkyWater stock at a discounted rate.

We provide benefits that promote a healthy life, such as, comprehensive benefits package including benefit eligibility day one, paid time off, paid holidays, an on-site fitness facility, an on-site, self-serve market and so much more! SkyWater is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Applicants for all job openings are welcome and will be considered without regard to age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic characteristics, medical conditions, family care or medical leave status, military service or status as a Protected Veteran, marital status, familial status, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, status with regard to public assistance, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local laws (“Protected Characteristics”). SkyWater complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws concerning EEO/AA employment. SkyWater complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Human Resources at 952-851-5200 or