Yield Enhancement Execution Engineer (SM1)

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Texas Instruments is looking for an energetic engineer with a passion for process to join the Yield Enhancement (YE) team at SMFAB. This position provides the opportunity to drive continual improvement at all levels. Our team is primarily focused on driving improved procedures and processes. We are searching for a self-directed, highly motivated engineer to join our team.

The responsibilities of a YE Execution Engineer include:

• Support YE operations to keep the wafer manufacturing line safe and free of defects.
• Daily operational planning and execution to resolve line bottlenecks and support internal customer inspection needs.
• Proceduralizing lot disposition for fellow engineering technician efforts, keeping a keen focus on documentation and quality control.
• Utilize expertise on inspection platforms to perform defect partitions and understood defect sourcing methodologies to quickly determine root cause.
• Develop and implement improved methods of manufacturing, procedures, and processes that result in improved efficiencies, yields, machine operations, and quality
• Implement project or improvement plans for areas of responsibility including but not limited to: efficiency improvements, cost reduction or quality improvement programs, new product support and other process improvements
• Perform lot and equipment dispositions to support the continuous flow of production and to minimize cycle time in a high volume manufacturing 300mm wafer Fab running Analog Technologies
• Identify systematic problems in either process or equipment related sources and communicating findings to the engineering staff in a continuous manner
• Support the manufacturing ramp with execution of equipment/process startup, process experiments (SWRs)
• Participate in data analysis and problem resolution with other engineering and manufacturing departments.

Minimum requirements:

• 2+ years in an engineering or manufacturing role/position
• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Electrical Engineering, Materials Science Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, or a related field

Preferred qualifications:

• Strong foundation in statistical process control, engineering change control and process release strategies
• Experience in the Semiconductor Industry
• Demonstrated strong analytical and problem solving skills
• Experience on defect inspection recipe writing and inspection setup is a plus
• Ability to fetch and manipulate large amounts of data quickly and familiarity with SAS is a plus
• Proficiency in AI-enabled workflows is a plus
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work in teams and collaborate effectively with people in different functions
• Strong time management skills that enable on-time project delivery
• Demonstrated ability to build strong, influential relationships
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and rapidly changing environment
• Ability to take the initiative and drive for result