Module Development Defect Inspection Engineer (Semiconductor Manufacturing)

Location: On-site in Hillsboro, Oregon, United States

Annual salary: $133,800–$188,890 USD

Company

hirify.global develops semiconductor technologies and operates high-volume manufacturing environments for current and next-generation technology nodes.

What you will do

• Develop, implement, and scale defect inspection and metrology technologies for semiconductor manufacturing.
• Design and optimize inspection processes, methods, and equipment performance.
• Conduct process experiments and feasibility studies using Statistical Process Control and Design of Experiments.
• Analyze defect data, identify root causes, and improve manufacturing yield and quality.
• Collaborate with engineering, research, equipment, materials suppliers, and cross-functional teams to introduce new technologies.
• Drive inspection-system improvements through automation, software, and hardware enhancements while supporting technology roadmaps.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, or a related field with 4 years of experience; or a relevant master’s degree with 3+ years, or PhD with 2+ years.
• Experience in semiconductor processing, system controls, opto-mechanics, or mechanical systems.
• Experience with Statistical Process Control and Design of Experiments principles.
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, problem-solving, communication, collaboration, and ownership skills.
• Ability to work on-site in Hillsboro, Oregon, United States.

Nice to have

• Experience troubleshooting manufacturing processes and equipment.
• Experience with packaging processes, equipment automation development, or project management in technology development.
• Previous related experience in a semiconductor foundry.

Culture & Benefits

• Work on advanced semiconductor technologies and future manufacturing nodes.
• Collaborative, inclusive, and innovation-driven work environment.
• Career growth through challenging technical opportunities.
• Competitive compensation package with stock bonuses.
• Health, retirement, vacation, and family benefits.