Photolithography Process Development Engineer

Position Summary:

In the Advanced Technology Services (ATS) group at SkyWater, our team works hand in hand with customers to develop a wide range of exciting new, novel, and fully customized technologies - including superconducting ICs, quantum computing devices, carbon nanotube devices, MEMs, Bio sensors, DNA sequencing devices, Si photonics, and III-V devices. Photolithography is a core component of that work.  SkyWater is looking for an outstanding engineer to join the team and further drive photolithography development.

Responsibilities:

• New process development/transfer/integration in a manufacturing environment.
• Develop or integrate robust manufacturable process recipes for ATS customers in the area of photolithography.
• Development of specialized/novel device integration schemes to support customer needs.
• Drive continuous improvement of process capability and controls.
• Resolve process excursions and drive permanent Root Cause Corrective Actions (RCCA).
• The job also requires performing other duties as assigned. Percentages of time spent on job duties are estimates and may vary for each position.

Required Qualifications:

Education: Bachelors in an Engineering discipline.

Experience and Skills:

• 0- 2 years of experience
• Prior Photolithography experience is a plus. 
• Fab processing tools knowledge/experience.
• Knowledge of DOE, SPC, and 6-sigma concepts and applications.
• Clear problem-solving capability, data driven, inventive solution oriented and can articulate thought processes.
• Can work both independently and in cross-functional teams for problem solving.

US Citizenship Required: This position will require the holding of or ability to obtain government security clearance which requires U.S Citizenship. 

The annual salary range for this role is $66,480 - $99,720.  Pay offered is based on many factors including, but not limited to, the job-related experience, skills, education, and credentials of each candidate. 

SkyWater offers an exciting environment where the brightest semiconductor minds come together to achieve exceptional results. We offer competitive salary and an opportunity to participate in incentive plans as well other employee financial benefits including 401k match, life insurance and opportunities to purchase SkyWater stock at a discounted rate. 

Additionally, SkyWater offers a comprehensive benefits package which promotes a healthy life.   This includes benefit eligibility day one, medical, dental, mental health benefits, vision, legal planning, short- and long-term disability, paid time off, paid holidays, an on-site fitness facility, an on-site, self-serve market. 

SkyWater is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Applicants for all job openings are welcome and will be considered without regard to age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic characteristics, medical conditions, family care or medical leave status, military service or status as a Protected Veteran, marital status, familial status, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, status with regard to public assistance, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local laws (“Protected Characteristics”). SkyWater complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws concerning EEO/AA employment. SkyWater complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Human Resources at 952-851-5200 or Human.Resources@SkyWatertechnology.com