Principal Engineer — Technology Development (2027 New College Graduate)
GlobalFoundriesJob Title
Principal Engineer — Technology Development (2027 New College Graduate)
Role Summary
Join the Technology Development team supporting GF’s 200mm manufacturing site in Vermont (FAB9). The role embeds in cross-functional project teams (process, integration, device engineering) to develop and qualify CMOS, SiGe, and GaN process flows and device solutions for RF applications.
Experience Level
Entry-level / New College Graduate (role targeted to recent graduates; position specifies a Ph.D. as the required academic credential).
Responsibilities
The position supports technology development from experimentation through manufacturing qualification and requires collaboration across engineering and manufacturing functions.
- Develop and integrate advanced process modules to meet performance, reliability, yield, and cost targets.
- Plan and execute experiments; analyze results, inline measurements, defect and capability data, and constructional analysis.
- Support technology development qualification milestones from concept through manufacturing installation.
- Collaborate with test/characterization, failure analysis, unit process, reliability, and manufacturing teams to achieve program objectives.
- Adhere to Environmental, Health, Safety & Security procedures and safe handling required for clean-room work.
Requirements
Core technical and practical requirements for immediate contribution to technology development projects.
- Must-have: Basic knowledge of semiconductor device physics and device characterization, and familiarity with semiconductor processing and manufacturing environments.
- Must-have: Fluent written and verbal English communication skills.
- Must-have: Ability to work in a manufacturing clean room and handle product per clean-room procedures.
- Must-have: Proficiency with MS Office and statistical analysis methods including Cpk and Design of Experiments.
- Nice-to-have: Prior internship or co-op experience in semiconductor R&D or manufacturing.
- Nice-to-have: Experience with CMOS, SiGe, and/or GaN processing for RF applications.
- Nice-to-have: Educational or practical experience in modern device physics (FET, BJT, LDMOS, HEMT), and associated electrical test/analysis of discrete devices.
- Nice-to-have: Project management, planning, and strong interpersonal/communication skills.
Education Requirements
Required: Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Solid State Physics, Microelectronics, Chemical Engineering, Material Science, or a related technical field from an accredited program. Preferred: prior internship or co-op experience and coursework or research in device physics and electrical test methods.
About the Company
Company: GlobalFoundries
Headquarters: Saratoga Springs, New York, USA
GlobalFoundries is a leading contract manufacturer for the global semiconductor industry, with facilities in multiple countries, including the USA. The company develops a broad portfolio of semiconductor technologies and employs around 13,000 people worldwide. GlobalFoundries focuses on enhancing competitiveness in specialized application solutions and fostering innovation in mobile communications, consumer electronics, and automotive applications.
