Ramp Process Engineer - Optical Metrology and Testing

Company Overview

Applied Materials is a global leader specializing in materials engineering solutions essential for manufacturing nearly every advanced semiconductor chip and display worldwide. The company develops and services state-of-the-art equipment that enables production of chips integral to modern devices, powering innovations like AI and IoT.

Location and Culture

This position is based in Singapore. Applied Materials fosters a supportive environment promoting continuous learning, career development, and innovative problem-solving. Employee health and well-being are prioritized through comprehensive programs and support mechanisms, encouraging personal and professional growth.

Role Summary

We seek a diligent and proactive Optical Metrology and Optical Testing engineer to facilitate the setup and scale-up of our next-generation semiconductor manufacturing line. This role involves close cooperation across engineering and operational departments to ensure seamless technology transfer from R&D to pilot and high-volume manufacturing.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess and impart training on existing R&D processes for effective transition to pilot production lines.
• Develop detailed checklists to guarantee thorough and successful transfer of processing activities and materials.
• Work collaboratively with R&D, production process, integration, operations, and hardware teams to complete all transfer objectives within scheduled timelines supporting initiation of high-volume manufacturing (HVM).
• Monitor and coordinate schedules, track deliverables, and identify risks associated with technology transfer and production milestones.
• Organize and facilitate training sessions in partnership with R&D transfer engineers.
• Assist in qualifications of Optical Metrology and Optical Testing equipment and processes at HVM sites.

Essential Qualifications

• Comprehensive knowledge of semiconductor manufacturing processes, particularly involving Optical Metrology and Optical Testing.
• Proven ability to work effectively across multiple time zones and coordinate with remote teams, ensuring on-site factory execution.
• Highly disciplined with strong capability to monitor progress and ensure completion of deliverables.
• Willingness and flexibility to travel extensively (up to 50%) between South East Asia and the USA.
• Relevant experience level will be considered for advancement to Senior or Principal roles.

Additional Details

• Employment Type: Full-time, Regular employee / Assignee status.
• Work Location: Singapore (North site).
• Travel Requirement: Approximately 50% travel expected.
• Relocation support is not provided.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Applied Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering diversity and inclusion without discrimination based on race, color, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran or military status, or any other legally protected category.