Quality And Reliability R&D Lab Engineer (Semiconductor)

TL;DR

Quality And Reliability R&D Lab Engineer (Semiconductor): Developing and enabling high-quality reliability testing for transistors and interconnects with an accent on device characterization and lab tool management. Focus on designing new reliability stress techniques, automating hardware workflows, and conducting root cause investigations for advanced process technologies.

Location: On-site in Hillsboro, Oregon, US

Salary: $133,800 - $188,890

Company

hirify.global Foundry provides cutting-edge semiconductor manufacturing and process technology for a worldwide network of fabs and customers.

What you will do

• Own, develop, and manage a suite of lab tools to ensure high-quality reliability data collection.
• Drive root cause investigations for technical issues and lead continuous improvement projects for lab efficiency.
• Design and qualify new reliability stress techniques and test methodologies for transistors and interconnects.
• Build next-generation reliability stress infrastructure including hardware, software, and detailed documentation.
• Collaborate with lab operations, module engineers, and external vendors to ensure robust process transfer.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in semiconductor electrical characterization, device testing, and troubleshooting.
• Proficiency with parametric analyzers, oscilloscopes, and statistical analysis using JMP.
• Experience with hardware automation, preferably using LabVIEW, TestStand, or Python.
• Must be based in or authorized to work in the US (onsite presence required in Hillsboro, Oregon).

Nice to have

• PhD in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a related field.
• Previous experience working within a semiconductor foundry.
• Experience leading technical teams and managing resources in a matrixed environment.
• Familiarity with semiconductor device fabrication and packaging process flows.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive total compensation package including competitive pay and stock bonuses.
• Robust benefit programs covering health, retirement, and vacation.
• Opportunity to work on world-class engineering challenges in the Pacific Northwest.
• High-visibility role directly influencing the performance and time-to-market of future process technologies.