Senior Scientist (Thin Films)

Job Title:

Senior Scientist (Thin Films)

Job Description:

Here at Entegris, we use advanced science to enable technologies that transform the world, and we are seeking employees who have the drive to continue that mission.

The Role:

Our facility in Bedford, MA is seeking a Sr. Scientist to join the R&D team. The Specialty Coatings R&D group is working on the development of new coatings solutions, advanced technologies, novel capabilities, and new platforms. We are looking for an experienced candidate with strong technical and scientific background and extensive experience in the introduction and development of new technologies that will lead sizable development projects for critical coatings applications.

What You'll Do:

• Pursue special projects, develop plans, and support the activities for exploring new technologies as it pertains to new materials, new capabilities for use in coatings, surface modifications and wafer chuck technologies, as well as new applications in related technology market segments
• Interface with technology vendors and partners in academia, research labs and industry
• Analyze situations, implement solutions, and develop new capabilities, systems, or technology elements
• Assist in the development of technology and product roadmaps. Understand and validate product and customer requirements for future products by conducting research, literature search and through engagements with customers
• Recommend solutions to technology and product enhancements to address future customer requirements
• Work with internal and external resources to examine, evaluate, and test advanced technologies to qualify for variety new applications
• Prove, apply, and interpret scientific or engineering laws and theories; this includes planning, development, and implementation of experimentation for current and future product and technology applications
• Communicate plans for development and results internal and external to the organization; coordinate internal communications with Applications Development, Engineering, Sales, Manufacturing and Management via plans, team meetings, and other written/oral communications
• Pursue fundamental materials characterization and attribute testing for existing and new materials/coatings systems
• Provide technical leadership for resolution of complex customer problems. Assure IP ownership.

What We Seek:

• MS/Ph.D. Degree in Materials Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field
• Minimum of 8+ years of experience in new materials/product development, vacuum coatings, IC manufacturing technologies, or related areas
• Knowledge of the microelectronics industry and knowledge of thin film deposition processes (ALD/PVD/PECVD), etch (metal/dielectric/conductor), patterning (lithography/EUV), metrology, integration, tooling, and manufacturing / process tool equipment
• Technical expert in thin film coatings technologies, thin film characterization techniques and/or semiconductor wafer handling
• Excellent communications skills and ability to communicate cross functionally between groups and regions
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Project and program management skills
• Focus on key development processes to ensure that they are robust, repeatable, and reliable using Six Sigma principles such as DOE, FMEA, MSA, SPC and use of Minitab
• Experiencing managing and prioritizing multiple activities at once to accomplish Company goals

What We Offer:

At Entegris, we invest in providing opportunity to our employees and promote from within. The new hire in this role will have the potential to grow and create relationships across the organization and be recognized for demonstrated success and adherence to company PACE values.

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.

• Generous 401(K) plan with an impressive employer match
• Excellent health, dental and vision insurance packages to fit your needs
• Flexible work schedule and 11 paid holidays a year
• Paid time off (PTO) policy that empowers you to take the time you need to recharge
• Education assistance to support your learning journey
• Values-driven culture with colleagues that rally around People, Accountability, Creativity and Excellence.

At Entegris we are committed to providing equal opportunity to all employees and applicants. Our policy is to recruit, hire, train, and reward employees for their individual abilities, achievements and experience without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, marital or military status.

Entegris strongly encourages all of its employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19. At Entegris, COVID-19 vaccination is preferred but not required at this time.