Module Development Engineer, Defect Inspection (Semiconductor)

TL;DR

Module Development Engineer, Defect Inspection (Semiconductor): Develops, optimizes, and scales defect inspection solutions for semiconductor manufacturing, supporting both current high-volume manufacturing and future technology nodes with an accent on improving inspection capability and driving yield improvements. Focus on process experimentation, data analysis, and continuous improvement of inspection systems.

Location: Must be on-site in Hillsboro, Oregon, US

Salary: $133,800.00-$188,890.00

Company

hirify.global Foundry strives to make every facet of semiconductor manufacturing state-of-the-art while delighting our customers.

What you will do

• Develop and implement defect inspection and metrology technologies for semiconductor manufacturing.
• Design and optimize processes, inspection methods, and equipment performance.
• Conduct process experimentation and feasibility studies using statistical and engineering methods (DOE, SPC).
• Collaborate with equipment and materials suppliers to introduce new technologies.
• Analyze defect data to identify root causes and improve yield and quality.
• Drive continuous improvement of inspection systems through automation, software, and hardware enhancements.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, or related field + 4 years of experience. Or a Master's degree in the same field with 3+ years of experience and a PhD in the same field with 2+ years of experience.
• Experience in semiconductor processing, system controls, opto-mechanics, or mechanical systems.
• Experience with Statistical Process Control (SPC) and Design of Experiments (DOE) principles.

Nice to have

• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot manufacturing processes and equipment.
• Experience with packaging processes, equipment automation development, or project management in technology development.
• Previous related work experience in a semiconductor foundry preferred.

Culture & Benefits

• Work on cutting-edge semiconductor technologies.
• Opportunity to influence high-volume manufacturing and future nodes.
• Collaborative, inclusive, and innovation-driven environment.
• Career growth through challenging technical opportunities.
• hirify.global invests in our people and offers a complete and competitive package of benefits employees and their families through every stage of life.