CMP/Wet/YE Ramp Process Engineer
BS-level Process Engineering roles on Crosslinked list a median of $112k (561 that show pay).
Ramp and qualify CMP, wet clean and yield process toolsets in a 300mm analog wafer fab
Worth knowing
Why it is interesting. Greenfield 300mm analog fab ramp — you qualify brand-new CMP and wet toolsets rather than babysitting a mature line.
Might not be for you. High-interrupt, high-volume fab support with lot dispositions and on-call-style production pressure — not open-ended R&D.
Adjacent materials roleCMP/Wet/YE Process tools; Cu and Al BEOL integrations; defect metrology; 300mm wafer Fab
H-1B filings
Texas Instruments filed 38 H-1B labor applications for scientist and engineer roles from Jan to Dec 2025.
Most common titles: Validation Engineering Manager, Analog Design Manager, Digital Design Manager. Median filed pay: $166K a year.
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- Seniority
- Entry level
- Work
- On-site
- Type
- Full-time
- Degree
- BS
- Experience
- 2+ yrs
- Industry
- Semiconductor
- Role
- Process Engineering
Role details
Job Description
Change the world. Love your job. Texas Instruments is looking for an energetic engineer with a passion for process. 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 Manufacturing Process Engineer in this role include:
- Be curious. Seek feedback. Honor commitments. Drive results.
- Support manufacturing operations in a high-interrupt and rapidly ramping tool install environment.
- Rapidly qualify new tool installations as well as max out capabilities of existing toolsets to support maximum possible quality wafer movement through the CMP/Wet/YE Process tools.
- Develop and implement improved CMP/Wet and YE Process methods of manufacturing, procedures, and processes that result in improved efficiencies, yields, machine operations, and quality, and a relentless commitment to chase and visualize the data.
- 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.
- Provide training to junior colleagues and process technicians. Maintain and improve training documentation and procedures.
- 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.
- Collaborate across teams/ branches to solve fab priorities, which can change quickly.
Qualifications
Minimum requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Electrical Engineering, Materials Science Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, or a related field
- 2 + years relevant Semiconductor Process /manufacturing experiences
Preferred Qualifications
- Strong foundation in statistical process control, engineering change control and process release strategies
- Proficiency with Python, Claude, or other AI modles or tools is a plus
- Experience with AMAT and EBARA CMP process tools
- Experience with bath or single wafer clean wet process toolsets
- Experience in defect metrology
- Experience working with big data and enterprise systems is a plus
- Strong understanding of Cu and Al BEOL integrations
- Demonstrated strong analytical and problem solving skills
- 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
Base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. Your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. The base pay range for this role is shown below.
Pay Range: $81,500 - $126,000
About Us
Why TI?
- Engineer your future. We empower our employees to truly own their career and development. Come collaborate with some of the smartest people in the world to shape the future of electronics.
- We're different by design. Diverse backgrounds and perspectives are what push innovation forward and what make TI stronger. We value each and every voice, and look forward to hearing yours. Meet the people of TI
- Benefits that benefit you. We offer competitive pay and benefits designed to help you and your family live your best life. Your well-being is important to us. Please find our country-specific benefits here
About Texas Instruments
Texas Instruments Incorporated (Nasdaq: TXN) is a global semiconductor company that designs, manufactures and sells analog and embedded processing chips for markets such as industrial, automotive, data center, personal electronics and communications equipment. At our core, we have a passion to create a better world by making electronics more affordable through semiconductors. This passion is alive today as each generation of innovation builds upon the last to make our technology more reliable, more affordable and lower power, making it possible for semiconductors to go into electronics everywhere. Learn more at TI.com .
Texas Instruments is an equal opportunity employer and supports a diverse, inclusive work environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, disability, genetic information, national origin, gender, gender identity and expression, age, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
If you are interested in this position, please apply to this requisition.
About The Team
TI does not make recruiting or hiring decisions based on citizenship, immigration status or national origin. However, if TI determines that information access or export control restrictions based upon applicable laws and regulations would prohibit you from working in this position without first obtaining an export license, TI expressly reserves the right not to seek such a license for you and either offer you a different position that does not require an export license or decline to move forward with your employment.
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