We’re not like most. We don’t just overcome obstacles – we don’t see them. Instead, we see the potential in every person, and every situation. We don’t wait for opportunity to appear – we create it. Meet ASM. A company that has been searching for people just like you.

Who is ASM?

ASM is a leading, global supplier of semiconductor wafer processing equipment. Our ambitious team is dedicated to delivering innovative technology solutions to the world’s leading semiconductor manufacturers. We have over 2,600 employees based in 14 countries, including Belgium, Japan, Netherlands, South Korea, Singapore, Taiwan and United States. Together we work to develop Epitaxy, ALD, PEALD, Vertical Furnaces and PECVD thin-film deposition technologies for our customers. Our goal is to remain an industry leader by being ahead of what’s next. We accomplish this by focusing on finding collaborative solutions to make integrated circuits, or chips, smaller, faster and even more powerful.

ASM, an inclusive workplace

We at ASM are a truly global organization that works diligently with an open-mind in all areas of our business. We strive for a culture and work style that fosters trust and transparency. We put our people first, and that is how we will continue to succeed. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. We recognize and value the differences between individuals, including gender, ethnicity, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, knowledge and experience, work background, age, skills, amongst others. Recruiting and developing a diverse workforce provides a wide range of perspectives. This enables a culture of continuously exploring and adopting new technological ideas and innovations, and it also enables us to deliver excellent products and service to our clients.

As an engineer at ASM, you’ll have the opportunities to get involved in a wider scope of work compared to our larger competitors. While the workload is challenging, you are given the independence and autonomy to perform at your peak. This work requires thinking “outside of the box” in an innovative manner, so you must have the ability to collaborate with others to deliver creative solutions, work well under pressure and pay great attention to small details.

As an advanced process engineer at ASM, the work is challenging, but the rewards are exceptional. Imagine being trusted to take full ownership of your projects – with the right amount of support and autonomy. To be successful in this role, you must be a master of prioritizing and balancing a demanding workload. This isn’t got the faint at heart, but for those who are focused, self-motivated and have impeccable problem-solving skills.

We are looking for a talented Senior Process Engineer to join our team in Phoenix, Arizona.

Responsibilities:

• Develop semiconductor Epi films to meet the requirements of semiconductor devices through sharing of relevant knowledge and contributing creative and imaginative inputs to (1) process development, (2) product design and performance enhancement.
• Generate innovative process solutions to address critical process problems - Maintain pace with key inflections in the semiconductor industry and drive process development efforts to develop innovative solutions for opportunities created by the inflections. Technical publications and generation of IP is essential function of this position.
• With direct coordination of department manager and review of appropriate level of HR management, may be assigned supervisory duties over supporting process engineering technicians and aides. These supervisory duties will include direct input into employees’ performance evaluations, discipline and discharge.
• Creative problem solver with experience in developing new films for emerging applications and experience in chemistry/materials characterization
• Works with semiconductor processing equipment to research, develop and optimize unit processes focused on the deposition of Epitaxial films
• Designs and conducts experiments, in addition to measuring and interpreting experimental output, aimed at fulfilling stated objectives using DOEs
• Participates in and drives technical problem solving sessions using the scientific method and industry tools
• Takes an hands-on approach to solving process & equipment issues in a cross functional team environment
• Works with customers and marketing to understand and define requirements in order to successfully execute and document customer demonstrations.
• Provides process results-based insight to engineering towards the improvement of the product (process performance, reliability and other critical HVM criteria).
• Develops methods and techniques for integrating Epitaxial films into existing and future device technologies.
• Ensures successful process transfer to customer base by performing demonstrations, training field applications personnel, traveling to support remote sites (10 ~ 20% travel may be required), and drafting documentation regarding process development.
• Produces technical papers on process, equipment, and device integration improvement strategies and presents to professional audience.

Education & Experience:

• PhD degree in chemical engineering, materials science, electrical engineering, chemistry or physics preferred
• Experience in the semiconductor / equipment process & manufacturing industry strongly preferred
• Solid knowledge and hands-on experience of using Chemical Vapor Deposition Equipment for the development of epitaxial films for the semiconductor device manufacturing. Preference will be given to candidates who have demonstrated knowledge and experience in the growth and characterization of Group IV Epitaxial films such as Si, SiP, SiCP, SiGe, Ge etc. Experience with of III-V films is desirable.
• Knowledge and hands-on experience with plasma based chemistries for the deposition of films for semiconductor applications and surface modification is highly desired. Knowledge of plasma physics and concepts as it relates to deposition processes is a plus
• Ability to characterize / analyze the films for their physical and electrical properties (such as XRD, XRR, SIMS, 4-point probe, Hall measurements, SEM & TEM etc). Establishing correlation between process results & the Epi tool towards optimizing the process, meeting HVM requirements is a highly desired
• Fundamental knowhow of semiconductor devices & process integration is a plus
• Ability to independently manage complex process development projects, including personnel, project schedules, experimental thrusts, hardware procurement and budgetary oversight.
• Ability to be a process consultant to internal and external customers
• An authority on interplay between hardware design (e.g. chemical reactor design) and operation and process outputs
• Ability to comprehend the film requirements of customers and applying that knowledge to develop epitaxial solutions towards meeting the technical criteria and HVM requirements
• Understanding of semiconductor Epitaxial film deposition processes and associated characterization & analysis of film properties
• Demonstrated ability to develop and characterize deposition processes using first-principles and experimental design techniques (e.g. DOE).
• Experience in interpretation of results from materials characterization techniques such as XPS, SIMS, RBS, AFM, XRD, HRTEM, FESEM, Auger, Raman and ellipsometry
• Thought leadership in developing novel ideas and validating them through good experimental design approaches in a team environment
• Ability to independently initiate & manage complex process development projects, including personnel, project schedules, experimental plans while maintaining fiscal responsibility
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, verbally and written form and present advanced technical constructs in direct and concise manner.

From the very start of the semiconductor industry to the present day, we’ve been technology leaders who have pioneered innovation and brought new processes into mainstream manufacturing. We are collaborating, creating, and delivering on our vision – a shared vision to drive innovation with new technologies and delivering excellence with dependable products. By doing this, we’ll create new possibilities for everyone to understand, create and share more of what they love.

Be part of our exciting future and join our team today!

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