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HEADWAY TECHNOLOGIES INC

Process Integration Engineer (50969)

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TITLE: PROCESS INTEGRATION ENGINEER

FLSA STATUS: EXEMPT

REPORTS TO: MANAGER, READING INTEGRATION

SUMMARY:

Under the direction of the Reader Integration Manager, the Process Integration Engineer is responsible for the process integration and characterization of prototype wafers for new technology programs and next generation projects, including performing wafer level process characterization, conducting failure analysis on newly developed processes, and recommending corrective action. This position is located in Milpitas, California.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

  • Develops and delivers process integration and characterization techniques to meet the requirements of new technology programs and next generation products
  • Design and conduct experiments to verify process robustness; analyzes data, reports findings, and perform FMEA to meet the product requirements
  • Conducts failure analysis on newly developed processes and recommends corrective action
  • Participates in characterization or integration projects of various scope and complexity; ensures they are completed within the established timeframe
  • Conducts wafer level probing data analysis, failure analysis and yield improvement to ensure the final yield meets customer requirements
  • Performs wafer level process characterization on thin film recording heads via Focused Ion Beam (FIB) tool and CD-SEM to identify defects and recommends corrective action
  • Reviews and analyzes backend performance data and makes recommendations to improve performance
  • Drives improvements to the characterization process which improve production yields via process/tool manufacturability optimization
  • Analyzes data using JMP, MS Visual Basic, or similar software application to determine the root cause of process variations; develops charts or reports and presents findings before groups or teams
  • Responds to inquiries from other team members, managers, or departments
  • Adheres to all safety policies and procedures as required
  • Performs other duties of a similar nature or level*