About GlobalFoundries:

GlobalFoundries is a leading full-service semiconductor foundry providing a unique combination of design, development, and fabrication services to some of the world’s most inspired technology companies. With a global manufacturing footprint spanning three continents, GlobalFoundries makes possible the technologies and systems that transform industries and give customers the power to shape their markets. For more information, visit www.gf.com.

Summary of Role:

Our Fab 9 Team, Essex Junction, VT, is seeking a Principal Process Engineer. The individual selected for this position will be part of the CMP Manufacturing Engineering organization with primary responsibilities focused on support and continuous improvement of 200mm semiconductor equipment.

Essential Responsibilities include:

Develops and modifies process formulations, methods and controls to meet quality standards

Create, analyze and review technical charts

Be able to use critical thinking and problem solving skills to solve challenging, complex problems

Be open-minded and work collaboratively with others

Responsible for availability of owned toolsets while meeting quality standards

Responsible for meeting quality targets for owned toolsets

Establish SOP (Standard operating process) and FMEA (Failure mode and effects analysis) for related processes

Understand product development requirements and qualify processes on owned toolsets to meet those requirements

Integrates equipment and material capabilities to meet process module and technology specifications

Drive CIP (Continuous improvement plans) to improve process performance cost, throughput, and yield

Lead cross functional teams to deliver organizational goals

Mentor engineers and process technicians to develop talent within the organization

Able to time manage effectively and prioritize projects independently

Able to lead projects independently and deliver on committed dates for closure

Other Responsibilities:

Perform all activities in a safe and responsible manner and support all Environmental, Health, Safety & Security requirements and programs.

Required Qualifications:

Education – BS degree in Materials Science, Electrical Engineering, Solid State Physics, Chemical or other relevant engineering physical science discipline is required or related field. Minimum of 4 years of semiconductor process engineering experience.Ability to work effectively and efficiently with diverse teams, customers, internal and external partners.Fluency in English Language – written & verbal

Preferred Qualifications:

Knowledge of semiconductor/silicon processing

Understanding and knowledge of Statistical Process Control (SPC) and Design of Experiments (DOE)

Prior experience working in a semiconductor cleanroom environment

Prior experience working as an engineer in semiconductor manufacturing

Ability to work effectively and efficiently with diverse teams, customers, and internal and external partners

Project management skills - i.e., the ability to innovate and execute on solutions that matter; the ability to navigate ambiguity.

Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Strong planning & organizational skills.

Expected Salary Range

$77,000.00 - $142,000.00

The exact Salary will be determined based on qualifications, experience and location.

The role you are applying for may require you to obtain a US Department of Defense Security Clearance at some time during your employment. Acceptance of this role commits to applying for such if requested. Further, the applicant consents to being asked questions about their citizenship and background to assess the likelihood of obtaining a Security Clearance. The applicant also acknowledges that GlobalFoundries can only nominate and submit an application for a Security Clearance. The granting of a Security Clearance is at the sole discretion of the U.S. Government and the Department of Defense.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at usaccommodations@gf.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address. 

 

An offer with GlobalFoundries is conditioned upon the successful completion of pre-employment conditions, as applicable, and subject to applicable laws and regulations. 

 

GlobalFoundries is fully committed to equal opportunity in the workplace and believes that cultural diversity within the company enhances its business potential. GlobalFoundries goal of excellence in business necessitates the attraction and retention of highly qualified people. Artificial barriers and stereotypic biases detract from this objective and may be illegally discriminatory. 

 

All policies and processes which pertain to employees including recruitment, selection, training, utilization, promotion, compensation, benefits, extracurricular programs, and termination are created and implemented without regard to age, ethnicity, ancestry, color, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religion, political and/or third-party affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other characteristic or category specified by local, state or federal law