Product Engineer (Optoelectronics)

TL;DR

Product Engineer (Optoelectronics): Facilitating the efficient manufacture of microelectronic laser and detector products with an accent on process yield optimization and new product introduction. Focus on optimizing yields at diverse manufacturing operations, performing failure-mode analysis, and implementing SPC/DOE practices for process qualification.

Location: Onsite in Breinigsville, Pennsylvania, USA

Salary: $108,000 - $172,800

Company

Global technology leader that designs, develops and supplies a broad range of semiconductor and infrastructure software solutions.

What you will do

• Analyze and improve end-to-end process yield, testing yield, and manufacturing efficiency through failure-mode analysis.
• Support manufacturing operations by clarifying design requirements, predicting yields, and coordinating the transition of development products into high-volume manufacturing.
• Collaborate with the design organization to set up and oversee experiments involving wafer and chip fabrication.
• Implement software applications and oversee database activities that support manufacturing.
• Drive process control through Statistical Process Control (SPC) and quality system practices.
• Utilize Design of Experiments (DOE) for process optimization and qualification of new tools and processes.

Requirements

• Master's degree in engineering, mathematics, or physical science with 6+ years of experience in semiconductor manufacturing (or PhD with 3+ years).
• Significant experience with statistical analysis and SQL queries for data mining, analysis, and presentation.
• Proficiency with software packages including JMP and MS Office.
• Direct experience with wafer or chip fabrication in a manufacturing environment.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving ability and attention to detail.

Nice to have

• Knowledge and application of lean manufacturing methods.
• Experience in the design and manufacture of reflective and anti-reflective coatings via ion-beam sputtering technology.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive annual base salary, discretionary annual bonus, and new hire equity grants.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• 401(k) participation with company matching and Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP).
• Paid sick leave, vacation time, and company-paid holidays.
• Collaborative work environment within a leading global technology firm.