R&D Semiconductor Integration Engineer

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Sherman, TX, USA
Hybrid
Senior level
Industrial • Manufacturing
The Role
Integrates III-V semiconductor fabrication processes into production flows, defines process requirements and test structures, and performs electrical, RF, optical, and wafer characterization. Establishes design rules, process controls, yield targets, and manufacturing documentation while partnering cross-functionally to transfer technologies into high-volume production and improve device performance, yield, and time to market.
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Primary Duties & Responsibilities

  • Manages integration of individual processes into fabrication flows for new products. 
  • Defines new unit process requirements and targets, designs/integrates wafer fab process flows
  • Partners with Design, Process Engineering, Layout, Program Management and Test to scale to production and hit manufacturing yield targets. 
  • Defines and creates test structures and layouts to fabricate and characterize new device technologies and demonstrate margin for volume manufacturing
  • Performs DC, small signal RF and optical testing and characterization of devices, setup test plan, collects and analyzes data
  • Characterizes wafer fab design rules with respect to device performance and characteristics and establish design rules for process margin and high product yield
  • Works with manufacturing group to specify and verify critical in-line and PCM process control metrics for high volume manufacturing
  • Has a good understanding of device/process interactions and process integration issues, drives improvements benefiting time to market.
  • Creates documentation required to transfer the process technology to manufacturing including all development data, process fingerprints, process control plan, etc 
  • Participates in on-going continuous yield/performance improvement efforts

 

Education & Experience

  • Minimum M.S. in electrical engineering or related field with 5 years of relevant job experience

    • Ph.D. in Electrical engineering or related field is preferred with 2 years of relevant job experience

    • Deep knowledge and understanding of III-V semiconductor devices and materials: physics, TCAD simulation, fab process, testing, modeling

    • Experience with New Product Introduction (NPI) and/or Product Lifecycle Management processes 

    • Experience of working within cross-functional teams successfully, interacting with a broad range of functions, skills, cultures, and personalities.

 

Skills

  • Previous experience as process or integration engineer in III-V electronics or opto-electronics.

    • In-depth understanding of all aspects of III-V compound semiconductor processing

    • Familiarity with DC, small signal RF and optical testing and metrology of test structures

    • Strong problem solving, critical thinking, and risk management skills.

    • Strong communication, planning, and organizational skills.

    • Highly self-motivated with a strong multi-disciplinary background is essential.

 

Working Conditions

  • This position is on-site full time.

    • Regular use of a computer and other office equipment is necessary

    • Interaction with team members and external contacts is a regular part of the job

 

Physical Requirements

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Safety Requirements

All employees are required to follow the site EHS procedures and Coherent Corp. Corporate EHS standards.

 

Quality and Environmental Responsibilities

Depending on location, this position may be responsible for the execution and maintenance of the ISO 9000, 9001, 14001 and/or other applicable standards that may apply to the relevant roles and responsibilities within the Quality Management System and Environmental Management System.

Culture Commitment

Ensure adherence to company’s values (ICARE) in all aspects of your position at Coherent Corp.:

Integrity – Create an Environment of Trust

Collaboration – Innovate Through the Sharing of Ideas

Accountability – Own the Process and the Outcome

Respect – Recognize the Value in Everyone

Enthusiasm – Find a Sense of Purpose in Work


 

Coherent Corp. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.


 

If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at [email protected].

 

About UsCoherent is a global leader in lasers, engineered materials and networking components. We are a vertically integrated manufacturing company that develops innovative products for diversified applications in the industrial, optical communications, military, life sciences, semiconductor equipment, and consumer markets. Coherent provides a comprehensive career development platform within an environment that challenges employees to perform at their best, while rewarding excellence and hard-work through a competitive compensation program. It's an exciting opportunity to work for a company that offers stability, longevity and growth. Come Join Us!

Note to recruiters and employment agencies: We will not pay for unsolicited resumes from recruiters and employment agencies unless we have a signed agreement and have required assistance, in writing, for a specific opening.


Skills Required

  • Minimum M.S. degree in electrical engineering or a related field
  • At least 5 years of relevant job experience with an M.S.
  • Ph.D. in electrical engineering or a related field
  • At least 2 years of relevant job experience with a Ph.D.
  • Deep knowledge of III-V semiconductor devices and materials, including physics, TCAD simulation, fabrication processes, testing, and modeling
  • Experience with New Product Introduction and/or Product Lifecycle Management processes
  • Previous experience as a process or integration engineer in III-V electronics or optoelectronics
  • In-depth understanding of III-V compound semiconductor processing
  • Familiarity with DC, small-signal RF, optical testing, and test-structure metrology
  • Strong problem-solving, critical-thinking, and risk-management skills
  • Strong communication, planning, and organizational skills
  • Strong multidisciplinary background and ability to work cross-functionally
  • Ability to work on-site full time

Coherent Corp. Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Coherent Corp. and has not been reviewed or approved by Coherent Corp..

  • Healthcare Strength — Healthcare Strength: Health coverage includes multiple national and region-specific options (UHC HDHP/HSA, PPO, EPO; Kaiser in CA; Health Net in OR) plus separate dental (Delta Dental) and vision (VSP), indicating strong breadth and choice. This breadth supports a solid total package in certain roles and locations.
  • Equity Value & Accessibility — Equity Value & Accessibility: An Employee Stock Purchase Plan allows buying shares at 85% of market price with contributions up to 10% of pay, expanding ownership access. This feature can materially bolster total rewards even when base pay is mid‑pack.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth — Leave & Time Off Breadth: Paid time off includes 15 vacation days for new hires, 10 paid holidays, and additional paid time during a December shutdown. This structure provides a clear and competitive baseline for time away from work.

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The Company
HQ: Saxonburg, PA
3,569 Employees

What We Do

Coherent empowers market innovators to define the future through breakthrough technologies, from materials to systems. We deliver innovations that resonate with our customers in diversified applications for the industrial, communications, electronics, and instrumentation markets. Headquartered in Saxonburg, Pennsylvania, Coherent has research and development, manufacturing, sales, service, and distribution facilities worldwide. For more information, please visit us at coherent.com.

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