Wafer Fabrication Engineer

4 hours ago


Vancouver, Washington, United States nLIGHT Full time
Process Engineer Job Description

nLIGHT is seeking a skilled Process Engineer to drive continuous improvement in our Wafer Fab Operations team in Vancouver, Washington. The ideal candidate will have experience in semiconductor laser wafer fabrication and a strong understanding of wafer fabrication processes, material interactions, and analytical techniques.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Develop and improve processes from conception to completion.
  • Support the transition of new products from prototype to volume production using Design for Six Sigma (DFSS) and Design for Manufacturing (DFM) methodologies.
  • Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities and yield metrics using lean manufacturing and six sigma concepts.
  • Support the manufacturing of released processes and products, including generating Bill of Materials (BOMs) and routes, documenting work instructions, and training personnel.
  • Evaluate, procure, and qualify new manufacturing equipment and materials.
  • Collaborate with engineering technicians to ensure daily activities are aligned with company goals.
Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree or higher in Engineering (Physics, Materials, Optical, Electrical, Chemical, or Mechanical) or exceptional industrial experience in closely related technologies.
  • Two years of recent experience in semiconductor laser wafer fabrication.
  • Familiarity with semiconductor device physics, Thin Film Processes, and Materials Science.
  • Technical understanding of wafer fabrication processes, material interactions, processes, dominant failure mechanisms, and analytical techniques.
  • Demonstrated ability to perform failure and root cause analysis and find effective solutions.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively communicate with cross-functional and multi-site teams.
  • Experience with mechanical drawings, basic tooling, and fixture design.
  • Knowledge of statistical analysis and design of experiment.
About nLIGHT:

nLIGHT is a rapidly growing vertically integrated supplier of high-performance lasers that enable innovation in materials processing, microelectronics, and defense applications. Our lasers are changing the way things are made and what can be made.



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