Principal Engineer - Wafer Electrical Test

Role Summary

GlobalFoundries in Essex, VT is seeking a Principal Engineer - Wafer Test Engineering with responsibilities for in-line electrical test on semiconductor wafers. This engineer will work a 5/2 schedule (Mon - Fri, daytime hours), working additional hours as needed. This role will be fully on-site at our 200mm Semiconductor manufacturing facility in Essex Junction, VT.

Experience Level

Mid-level: 4-5 years of relevant experience with a Bachelor's degree; alternatively, 2-4 years with a Master's degree or 1-2 years with a PhD.

Responsibilities

The Principal Engineer will be responsible for the following:

• Develop and implement methods and procedures for process control, process improvement, testing and inspection.
• Write Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for in-line tests.
• Perform product testing and analysis to maintain quality levels and minimize defects.
• Drive continuous improvement to improve throughput and reduce costs.
• Analyze electrical measurement data for root cause analysis.
• Program to implement test protocols and handle electrical test data.
• Develop new test programs & environments for current and next generation technologies.
• Lead hands-on troubleshooting efforts for performance issues.
• Assist with reconstruction and assembly of complex systems.
• Collaborate on projects with others in the organization.

Requirements

Key qualifications include:

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Physics or related field.
• Programming experience in Perl, C, or Python.
• Some experience with semiconductor device physics and processing.
• Fluency in English – both written and verbal.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse teams.
• Physical capacity to adhere to cleanroom protocols.

Education Requirements

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Physics or related technical discipline is required.

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.