ESD Engineer

OUR STORY

At STMicroelectronics, we believe in the power of technology to drive innovation and make a positive impact on people, businesses, and society. As a global semiconductor company, our advanced technologies and chips form the hidden foundation of the world we live in today.

When you join ST, you will be part of a global business with more than 115 nationalities, present in 40 countries, and comprising over 50,000 diverse and dedicated creators and makers of technology around the world.

Developing technologies takes more than talent: it takes amazing people who understand collaboration and respect. People with passion and the desire to disrupt the status quo, drive innovation, and unlock their own potential.

Embark on a journey with us, where you can innovate for a future that we want to make smarter and greener, in a responsible and sustainable way. Our technology starts with you.

YOUR ROLE

STMicroelectronics TnF RnD Organisation is seeking to employ an ESD Engineer based in Singapore. The selected candidate will assist and report to the Senior Staff ESD Specialist based in Malta.

• Lead R&D activities on ESD and electrostatic charge control, including: investigating control strategies to reduce micro contamination and foreign matter on devices; designing and executing DOEs across multiple tools with installed sensors for data acquisition; analysing results to define optimal process parameters; and deploying sensor based monitoring on equipment to support ESD risk assessment
• To strengthen the Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) awareness and knowledge within Back-End Manufacturing and Technology (BEMT) Sites and Electrical Wafer Sorting (EWS) by developing & conveyingtraining materia l to the various levels of Operators, Technicians & Engineers.
• Assist ESD coordinators within the community in BEMT and EWS in theequipment validation/qualification and providetechnical support in ESD problem solving.
• Perform equipment validation/qualification for new models.
• Perform audit /line assessment and suggest areas of improvement within BEMT plants in Calamba, Shenzhen, Muar, Bouskoura, Malta and Rennes BEMT & Outsourced Semiconductor Assembly and Test (OSAT) perimeter and EWS perimeter.
• Ensure that the ESD Control Program i s running as per Central Specifications in both Assembly and Test & Finishing within BEMT plants, EWS and OSATs.
• Review and maintain Central ESD specifications in line with American National Standard Institute (ANSI).
• Coordinate cross-fertilization activity of best practices for all BEMT sites and EWS.
• To investigate customer incidents related to ESD and advise on possible solutions.
• Define Plan of Records (POR) of ESD Control Items through mapping analyses in accordance with his/her superior and standardise where possible.
• To update ESD workspace in Teams where ESD knowledge and qualifications can be shared.
• Liase with equipment supplier ( Assy and T&F) and discuss with his/her superior to provide equipment ESD Class 0 compliance, if necessary.

YOUR SKILLS & EXPERIENCES

• Holds an Electrical Engineering diploma/degree or higher. Holding ‘The International Association for Radio, Telecommunications and Electromagnetics (iNarte) Certification will be a plus.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in the Semiconductor Industry.
• Possess good technical knowledge of Assembly, Test & Finishing equipment & Processes.
• Strong Management Skills.
• Possess very strong project driving skills.
• Be smart, Dynamic and goal oriented.
• Be a person that challenges the status Quo.
• Have a strong and positive character which will enable him/her to drive projects overcoming obstacles.
• Possess good communication skills. Be fluent in both written & spoken English. Italian will be a plus.
• Be computer literate that includes Excel Macros, Power BI and MS PowerPoint.
• Be disciplined, motivated, able to work in a team and willing to put in extra effort to complete urgent tasks.
• Be flexible, adaptable to needs and be able to take decisions following continuous inputs.
• Willing to take on new tasks as and when being assigned.
• Be ready to travel at least 25-40% of the time.

ST is proud to be one of the 17 companies certified as a 2025 Global Top Employer and the first and only semiconductor company to achieve this distinction. ST was recognized in this ranking thanks to its continuous improvement approach and stands out particularly in the areas of ethics & integrity, purpose & values, organization & change, business strategy, and performance.

At ST, we endeavor to foster a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we do not tolerate discrimination. We aim to recruit and retain a diverse workforce that reflects the societies around us. We strive for equity in career development, career opportunities, and equal remuneration. We encourage candidates who may not meet every single requirement to apply, as we appreciate diverse perspectives and provide opportunities for growth and learning. Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) is woven into our company culture.

To discover more, visit st.com/careers.