Inspection Engineer
Summary
We are looking for an Inspection Engineer responsible for the defect analysis and in-time feedback to the corresponding team. Primary responsibilities include but are not limited to production line defect data analysis, root cause analysis, feedback to corresponding process team, proposal of improvement, and implementation.
Job Duties
Cosmetic defect root cause analysis
- Analyze wafer and chip photos with cosmetic defects.
- Figure out the process step at which the cosmetic defect was induced.
- Report the issue in time to the corresponding group.
Perform failure root cause analysis
- Analyze chip performance data and failure distribution.
- Figure out the process step at which the performance failure was induced based on the performance failure distribution and wafer photos at different process steps.
- Report the issue in time to the corresponding group.
New failure mode detection
- Discover and define new failure modes.
- Update inspection criteria for new failure modes.
Reporting:
Document key findings and present them across all business levels and functions.
Perform other work-related tasks as required and assigned.
Qualifications
Bachelor�s degree in Material Engineering, Material Science, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or related discipline from an accredited institution plus a minimum 1-year working experience in the manufacturing industry is required
- Master�s degree in Material Engineering, Material Science, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related discipline from an accredited institution plus 3+ years of working experience in semiconductor fabrication preferred
Experience with defect analysis, micromanufacturing, or equipment automation is a plus
Microsoft Access, SQL, and other programming skills preferred
Robust data analysis and problem-solving capability
Detail-oriented and self-motivated
Ability to work independently and as a team
Ability to follow all cleanroom protocols
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for successful inter and intra-group interactions
Location
This position will be on-site based in Sugar Land, Texas.
WHY AOI?
In addition to competitive salary, AOI offers
Flexible and competitive health (medical, dental, vision) plans offer the employee with the right options to meet individual and family needs
Employer matching on 401(k) deferrals
Generous PTO policy with unused PTO payout at end of the year
Relocation package available within US
Immigration sponsorships (Must be currently authorized to work in the US)
We do not accept unsolicited proposals from third-party recruiters or agencies. Contacting hiring managers directly may result in disqualification of submissions.
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