Intel Foundry Yield Development Engineer

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Job Description: 

Intel is shaping the future of technology to help create a better future for the entire world. Our work in pushing forward fields like AI, analytics, and cloud-to-edge technology is at the heart of countless innovations. With a career at Intel, you'll have the opportunity to use technology to power major breakthroughs and create enhancements that improve our everyday quality of life. Join us and help make the future more wonderful for everyone. Want to learn more? Visit our YouTube Channel or the link below.

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Shape the Future of Technology at Intel and Transform Tomorrow's Technology Today

Join Intel as a Yield Development Engineer and play a pivotal role in advancing semiconductor process technology. In this position, you'll drive yield improvements across next-generation technology nodes, directly contributing to Intel's market leadership in high-performance, reliable semiconductor products. Working with cross-functional teams, you'll tackle complex engineering challenges and develop breakthrough methodologies that define the future of semiconductor manufacturing.

Core Responsibilities

Process Optimization & Problem Solving

• Identify and resolve yield-limiting factors throughout technology node lifecycles

• Develop innovative solutions for complex yield challenges

• Design measurement protocols for rapid, accurate product integrity assessment

Data Analysis & Strategic Planning

• Conduct advanced statistical analysis and create data visualizations

• Build comprehensive process development roadmaps aligned with yield milestones

• Transform manufacturing and experimental data into actionable yield improvement strategies

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with design, test, and process development teams to debug yield issues

• Lead new product introductions and design-technology co-optimization initiatives

• Participate in factory task forces and design of experiments programs

Technology Development

• Develop and optimize equipment and methodologies for advanced logic nodes

• Ensure manufacturability through comprehensive process analysis

• Support manufacturing ramp readiness through proactive yield issue resolution

Core Competencies

• Collaborative Leadership: Proven success working across diverse, interdisciplinary teams

• Technical Communication: Ability to translate complex concepts for varied technical and business audiences

• Project Management: Experience managing multiple concurrent projects while meeting critical deadlines

• Innovation Focus: Passion for creative problem-solving in dynamic, fast-paced environments

• Adaptability: Thrives in ambiguous situations and evolving technical landscapes

What We're Looking For:

We welcome candidates who bring:
• Collaborative Excellence: Demonstrated success working with diverse teams and stakeholders
• Communication Impact: Strong ability to translate complex technical concepts for varied audiences and backgrounds
• Cross-Functional Partnership: Proven experience building relationships and driving results across different disciplines and organizational levels
• Project Leadership: Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects while maintaining high standards and meeting critical deadlines.
• Innovation Mindset: Passion for creative problem-solving and driving meaningful results in dynamic environments
• Adaptability: Comfort with ambiguity and ability to thrive in fast-paced, evolving technical landscapes

Qualifications:

You must possess the below minimum qualifications to be initially considered for this position. Preferred qualifications are in addition to the minimum requirements and are considered a plus factor in identifying top candidates. Experience listed below would be obtained through a combination of your school work/classes/research and/or relevant previous job and/or internship experiences.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, Semiconductor Technology, or in a STEM related field
• 3+ years of experience in yield development or process technology
• Experience with yield projection using EOL signals and in-line parameters
• Experience with advanced semiconductor devices and process flows

 

Preferred Qualifications

• 2+ years of external customer advanced node semiconductor devices and process flow concepts
• Ph.D. degree in Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, Semiconductor Technology, or in a STEM related field
• Experience with data analysis systems and advanced semiconductor equipment
• Experience with semiconductor process development and defect density analysis
• Experience with data analytics methodologies and process innovation
• Project/program management background with self-direction capabilities
• Experience driving strategic objectives across matrix organizations
• Experience managing competing priorities and continuous improvement initiatives

Benefits at Intel

Our total rewards package goes above and beyond just a paycheck. Whether you're looking to build your career, improve your health, or protect your wealth, we offer generous benefits to help you achieve your goals. Go to Intel Benefits | Intel Careers for details of benefits available to you. Intel reserves the right to modify, change or discontinue benefit plans at any time in its sole discretion.

          

Job Type:Experienced Hire

Shift:Shift 1 (United States of America)

Primary Location: US, Oregon, Hillsboro

Additional Locations:US, Arizona, Phoenix

Business group:Intel Foundry strives to make every facet of semiconductor manufacturing state-of-the-art while delighting our customers -- from delivering cutting-edge silicon process and packaging technology leadership for the AI era, enabling our customers to design leadership products, global manufacturing scale and supply chain, through the continuous yield improvements to advanced packaging all the way to final test and assembly. We ensure our foundry customers' products receive our utmost focus in terms of service, technology enablement and capacity commitments. Employees in the Foundry Technology Manufacturing are part of a worldwide factory network that designs, develops, manufactures, and assembly/test packages the compute devices to improve the lives of every person on Earth.

Posting Statement:All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance.Position of TrustN/ABenefits

We offer a total compensation package that ranks among the best in the industry. It consists of competitive pay, stock bonuses, and benefit programs which include health, retirement, and vacation. Find out more about the benefits of working at Intel.

Annual Salary Range for jobs which could be performed in the US: $133,800.00-255,200.00 USD

The range displayed on this job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific compensation range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

Work Model for this Role

This role will be eligible for our hybrid work model which allows employees to split their time between working on-site at their assigned Intel site and off-site. * Job posting details (such as work model, location or time type) are subject to change.

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