Snr Engineering Technician, Process Engineering

 

We are seeking a Senior Process Technician to own day-to-day operation of engineering and laboratory tools across multiple platforms. This individual will independently execute and prioritize process, metrology, and tool-monitor work, lead first-line troubleshooting and tool recovery, and partner with engineers on root-cause analysis. The role also serves as a technical resource and trainer for junior technicians, helping set the standard for safety, quality, and lab discipline. 

The ideal candidate is highly organized, service-oriented, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment where priorities may shift throughout the day. Success in this role requires strong attention to detail, effective communication skills, and the ability to balance multiple tasks while maintaining a positive and collaborative attitude. 

Key Responsibilities 

• Support daily laboratory operations by executing metrology measurements and data collection activities. 

• Perform FOUP preparation, wafer handling, and material movement in accordance with established procedures. 

• Independently run process and metrology jobs across two or more tool platforms, prioritizing work to meet engineering and customer deadlines. 

• Own weekly tool monitors and health checks; review results, identify out-of-spec trends, and initiate corrective action. 

• Assist engineers with experiment setup, sample preparation, and data gathering activities. 

• Run post-maintenance process qualifications and monitor wafers, confirming tools meet process specifications before release to engineering use; coordinate tool-down and maintenance needs with equipment engineering. 

• Track and prioritize multiple work requests from engineers and stakeholders. 

• Ensure accurate documentation of completed work, tool status, and laboratory activities. 

• Author and maintain procedures, work instructions, and checklists. 

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe laboratory environment. 

• Lead first-line troubleshooting and recovery of tool issues (e.g., wafer stops, handling faults, process alarms), escalating with clear documentation when needed. 

• Collaborate with engineers on root-cause analysis and support cross-functional escalations. 

• Drive continuous improvement projects that increase lab throughput, uptime, or data quality. 

• Train, certify, and mentor junior technicians on tool operation, safety, and lab practices. 

Required Qualifications 

• Associate degree or technical certification with 5+ years of relevant experience, or a BS in a technical field with 0–1 years of experience. 

• Demonstrated hands-on experience operating and troubleshooting semiconductor process or metrology equipment. 

• Experience following detailed procedures and work instructions. 

• Strong organizational and multitasking skills. 

• Ability to safely handle wafers, FOUPs, and laboratory materials. 

• Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office applications. 

• Strong verbal and written communication skills. 

• Proven ability to work independently and manage competing priorities across multiple engineers and projects. 

• Experience training or guiding other technicians. 

Preferred Qualifications 

• Experience in a semiconductor laboratory or manufacturing environment. 

• Familiarity with metrology equipment and measurement techniques. 

• Experience supporting engineering development activities. 

• Basic understanding of process control and equipment monitoring. 

• Experience working in cleanroom environments. 

• Experience with vacuum systems, gas delivery, or RF/plasma (PECVD) equipment. 

• Familiarity with SPC and basic data analysis (e.g., Excel or JMP).