Yield Development Engineering Manager - Strategic Programs

Job Title

Yield Development Engineering Manager - Strategic Programs

Role Summary

Lead a multidisciplinary yield and defect engineering organization to define and execute enterprise-level programs that embed AI/ML, data platforms, automation, and advanced defect metrology into high-volume semiconductor manufacturing. The role focuses on driving predictive and prescriptive yield management, improving ramp performance, and scaling engineering systems across sites.

Experience Level

Senior — typically requires 12+ years of experience in semiconductor manufacturing, yield engineering, defect metrology, or process integration.

Responsibilities

The manager will set strategy, run multi-site programs, and deliver measurable yield and productivity improvements. Key responsibilities include:

• Define and execute a multi-year strategy for yield and defect engineering, integrating AI/ML, automation, and digital workflows.
• Lead enterprise programs to transition from reactive analysis to predictive/prescriptive yield management.
• Champion deployment of AI solutions for defect detection, classification, root-cause analysis, and excursion prevention.
• Drive integration of data platforms, digital twins, and real-time decision intelligence into fab operations.
• Oversee yield performance across development and high-volume manufacturing; align to yield, quality, and delivery targets.
• Lead cross-functional efforts to resolve complex yield limiters and minimize supply impact from defects.
• Define defect metrology strategy, tool selection, and scalable defect management systems.
• Translate executive vision into roadmaps, milestones, and disciplined program execution across process integration, equipment, and manufacturing.
• Build and develop a high-performing team with capabilities in engineering, data science, and AI fluency.

Requirements

Must-have technical and leadership capabilities; preferred items listed separately.

• 12+ years of experience in semiconductor manufacturing with deep expertise in yield engineering, defect metrology, or process integration.
• Proven record leading complex, cross-functional programs in high-volume manufacturing and during ramp/HVM phases.
• Demonstrated experience driving yield improvement and defect reduction at scale.
• Deep knowledge of defect metrology tools, inspection systems, and yield analysis methodologies.
• Experience integrating data analytics, machine learning, or AI into engineering workflows and production systems.
• Strong leadership, stakeholder influence, and cross-organizational communication skills.
• Experience defining and scaling enterprise engineering systems or platforms and aligning technical work to business outcomes.

Nice-to-have

• Experience leading AI/ML transformation initiatives or digital manufacturing ecosystems (data platforms, MES integration, advanced analytics).
• Familiarity with advanced packaging technologies such as Foveros or EMIB and heterogeneous integration.
• Strong business acumen connecting technical outcomes to cost, cycle time, and revenue impact.

Education Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Physics, Materials Science, Data Science, or a related technical field is expected; advanced degree (MS/PhD) in a technical or data-centric discipline is preferred. The posting also allows equivalent qualifications obtained via industry experience, internships, or relevant coursework/project work.

About the Company

Company: Intel Corporation

Headquarters: Santa Clara, California, USA

Intel Corporation is a leading multinational technology company known for its innovative semiconductor solutions, including microprocessors, artificial intelligence accelerators, and memory products. Headquartered in the United States, Intel focuses on cutting-edge technology and a collaborative working environment, driving advancements in semiconductor manufacturing to meet global demands. The company emphasizes professional development and aims to shape the future of technology through groundbreaking designs.