Senior CMP Engineer (Semiconductor Manufacturing)

Location: Aurora, Illinois, United States

Salary: $90,000–$120,000 per year, with actual pay dependent on overall candidate skills

Company

hirify.global develops advanced science and materials solutions that enable technologies and semiconductor manufacturing.

What you will do

• Lead the development of CMP solutions for complex customer and technology challenges in partnership with scientists and technical stakeholders.
• Design, plan, and execute CMP polishing experiments to evaluate process performance, establish process windows, and advance technology development.
• Analyze experimental data and identify practical solutions to technical challenges.
• Lead and contribute to cross-functional customer and technology development projects from problem definition through solution implementation.
• Communicate technical findings, recommendations, and learnings through reports and presentations to internal stakeholders, cross-functional teams, and customers.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship while driving innovation and continuous improvement in CMP processes, experimental methods, and technical approaches.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Chemistry, Physics, Semiconductor Engineering, or a related engineering or science field.
• 3–5 years of relevant CMP or semiconductor experience.
• In-depth understanding of CMP processes and the impact of CMP consumables, including slurry, pads, and conditioning disks, on CMP performance.
• Ability to work on complex projects in a team environment and lead the development of engineering solutions for end users.
• Strong problem-solving skills and experience addressing a broad range of technical problems using sound methodologies such as Six Sigma and 8-D.
• Project management skills and knowledge of semiconductor devices and integration schemes.
• Self-motivated, curious, and eager to develop technical expertise in semiconductor manufacturing and CMP technologies.
• Experience with DOE, statistical analysis, and data-driven process optimization.
• Excellent written, verbal, and technical presentation skills.

Nice to have

• Master’s degree or PhD in a relevant technical discipline.

Culture & Benefits

• Full-time position with a values-driven culture focused on People, Accountability, Creativity, and Excellence.
• Annual bonus eligibility.
• Progressive paid time off policy.
• 401(k) plan with employer match and no delayed vesting.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance, plus education assistance.
• Immigration-related sponsorship is not provided; candidates must not require hirify.global sponsorship now or in the future, including H1B, TN, or STEM OPT sponsorship.