Associate Engineer Equipment Engineering - Metrology (Backgrind & Dicing)

About GlobalFoundries

GlobalFoundries is a key semiconductor manufacturer enabling scalable AI technologies, delivering power-efficient and high-performance solutions in collaboration with customers for expanding markets. The company operates manufacturing sites worldwide, including the U.S., Europe, and Asia, committed to security, sustainability, and innovation.

Role Overview

The Associate Engineer for Backgrind and Dicing plays a vital role in wafer manufacturing by managing backgrind and dicing operations prior to final shipment. The role requires hands-on involvement in equipment operation, process monitoring, defect control, and continuous process optimization while ensuring safety and quality standards are upheld. Collaboration with process and equipment engineers and cross-functional teams is essential for troubleshooting and improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day backgrind and dicing activities.
• Conduct inspections of incoming and outgoing wafers to ensure quality compliance.
• Perform laminating, taping/detaping, and thickness measurement according to defined processes and record data into SiView.
• Execute planned equipment preventive maintenance to maintain operational reliability.
• Record Statistical Process Control (SPC) data for critical equipment parameters.
• Support operations on other fabrication lines such as diffusion, implant, or wet processes as required.
• Adhere strictly to Environmental, Health, Safety, and Security protocols.

Qualifications and Experience

• Diploma or ITE Hi-Nitec certification in Electrical, Electronic, or Mechanical disciplines.
• At least two years of experience in an electronics production environment, preferably OSAT or assembly with focus on backgrind or dicing processes.
• Ability to work 12-hour rotating shifts.
• Proficient with MS Office applications.
• Knowledge of Statistical Process Control (SPC) methodologies.

Additional Information

GlobalFoundries maintains an equal opportunity employment policy promoting inclusion and respect across diverse cultures, ethnicities, genders, and backgrounds. Employment offers are subject to background and medical screening in compliance with local laws. The company strictly enforces a no recruitment fee policy; candidates should only engage with authorized GlobalFoundries recruitment channels. For more career benefits, refer to the official GlobalFoundries website.