Principal Metrology Process Engineer at Global Foundries in Malta, New York

Job Description:

About GlobalFoundries:



GlobalFoundries is a leading full-service semiconductor foundry providing a unique combination of design, development, and fabrication services to some of the world's most inspired technology companies. With a global manufacturing footprint spanning three continents, GlobalFoundries makes possible the technologies and systems that transform industries and give customers the power to shape their markets. For more information, visit www.gf.com.



Summary of Role:



GlobalFoundries Fab 8 is seeking experienced professionals to support the state of the art 300mm semiconductor manufacturing and development in Malta, New York. The core responsibilities of this team involve ownership of metrology process; creating Scatteronetry and ellipsonetry models and recipes to monitor, control and improve semiconductor technology yield, Cp/Cpk of inline and electrical parameters, defectivity, and more. The team is also responsible for the development of new and emerging metrology technologies and recipes through definition/execution of experiments and technical data analysis. The ideal candidate can demonstrate a technical mastery of semiconductor metrology techniques such as scatteronetry, elliosonetry, XPS and an understanding of a balanced scorecard approach to develop, sustain, and improve semiconductor technologies with quality, cost, and delivery all considered.



Essential Responsibilities Include:

• Collaborate with GlobalFoundries internal customers and participate in development/manufacturing of unit process for various technologies including FinFET, Si Photonics and many more.


• Work on various metrology tools such as CDS, OVL, XPS, Optical metrology tools (THK, OCD) to create recipes and develop new models to support manufacturing and development of leading technologies


• Design, execute, and analyze experiments to screen and optimize module unit process and equipment to meet technology (e.g., performance, yield, and reliability) and manufacturing (e.g., process stability, cost of ownership) targets.


• Work with integration and device groups in the technology development and the manufacturing teams to plan and execute projects and implement solutions on schedule.


• Engage with metrology tool suppliers to highlight new process requirements and evaluate new equipment solutions.


• Define and maintain module metrology process and equipment roadmaps.


• Sustain production line, daily SPC monitoring, Cpk improvement, and troubleshooting support for process and tool issues.


• Perform metrology Tool setup, qualification and tool matching activities.


• Improve process robustness for high volume manufacturing using statistical tools, DOE techniques, data-driven decision making, and systematic problem-solving skills. Use lean manufacturing and six sigma processes.


• Drive continuous improvement efforts in support of throughput improvement, cost reduction, and yield learning.


• Perform all activities in a safe and responsible manner and support all Environmental, Health, Safety & Security requirements and programs.

Other Responsibilities:

• Perform all activities in a safe and responsible manner and support all Environmental, Health, Safety & Security requirements and programs

Required Qualifications:

• BS degree in Materials Science, Electrical Engineering, Solid State Physics, Chemical or other relevant engineering physical science discipline is required.


• Minimum of 4 years of semiconductor process engineering experience in the process area is desired;


• Understand and working knowledge od CDS, OVL, XPS, Optical metrology


• Understanding and working knowledge of Statistical Process Control (SPC) and/or Design of Experiments (DOE).


• Ability to work effectively and efficiently with diverse teams, customers, internal and external partners.


• Fluency in English Language - written & verbal

Preferred Qualifications:

• MS or PhD degree in Materials Science, Electrical Engineering, Solid State Physics, Chemical or other relevant engineering physical science discipline is preferred.


• Experience with CDS, OVL, XPS, Optical metrology processes and equipment is highly desired


• Experienced Metrology Engineer is preferred.


• Experience and understanding of high-volume manufacturing is highly preferred.


• Understanding of FEOL and BEOL integration is a plus

Expected Salary Range

$70,700.00 - $133,100.00


The exact Salary will be determined based on qualifications, experience and location.


If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at usaccommodations@gf.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.


An offer with GlobalFoundries is conditioned upon the successful completion of pre-employment conditions, as applicable, and subject to applicable laws and regulations.


GlobalFoundries is fully committed to equal opportunity in the workplace and believes that cultural diversity within the company enhances its business potential. GlobalFoundries goal of excellence in business necessitates the attraction and retention of highly qualified people. Artificial barriers and stereotypic biases detract from this objective and may be illegally discriminatory.


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