This position is a key member of the SiC Process Engineering team, with responsibility for the development, qualification, industrialisation and ongoing improvement of Laser Anneal, Back Metal and Backgrind processes.
The role will provide technical ownership of these process modules, supporting the development and transfer of new SiC technologies from R&D into manufacturing. The Process Engineer will ensure that robust process controls, specifications, documentation and manufacturing systems are established to support qualification, production ramp-up and sustained process performance.
Role purpose
The SiC Process Engineer will contribute to the success of Vishay by working collaboratively with R&D, Engineering, Production, Equipment Engineering, Quality and New Product Introduction teams to develop advanced and robust manufacturing processes for SiC power devices.
The role will involve the design, development and qualification of SiC wafer fabrication processes, with particular focus on Laser Anneal, Back Metal and Backgrind process modules.
Key duties and responsibilities
- Develop, qualify and optimise SiC wafer process modules, with primary focus on Laser Anneal, Back Metal Deposition and Backgrind.
- Provide clear technical ownership of assigned processes and equipment sets.
- Plan and execute major process-development and process-integration.
- Design and execute structured experiments and analyse the resulting process, metrology and electrical data.
- Define, document and maintain process specifications, operating windows, design rules and structural and electrical requirements.
- Support the transfer of new technologies and products from R&D into manufacturing, including qualification and production ramp-up.
- Identify and implement process improvements relating to capability, yield, quality, cycle time, cost and equipment utilisation.
- Establish robust process-control strategies, including appropriate qualification checks, inline measurements, control limits and statistical process control charts.
- Monitor process performance and lead structured investigations into process deviations, defects and excursions.
- Develop and maintain technical documentation, including operating specifications, product-introduction reports, FMEAs, OCAPs, control plans and qualification reports.
- Provide effective technical communication through reports, presentations, production updates and cross-functional reviews.
- Support and provide technical guidance to shift personnel and other engineering teams as required.
- Maintain awareness of relevant semiconductor technologies, equipment developments and industry best practices.
Qualifications and education
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, Chemistry or a related discipline, together with at least five years’ semiconductor process-engineering or process-development experience; or Master’s degree / PhD in a relevant discipline, together with at least three years’ semiconductor process-engineering or process-development experience.
Experience and skills
- Experience within a semiconductor wafer-fabrication environment.
- Practical experience in developing, qualifying or sustaining wafer-fabrication process modules.
- Experience with SiC power-device manufacturing, wide-bandgap semiconductor processing or comparable advanced wafer-fabrication technologies is highly advantageous.
- Knowledge of semiconductor devices, wafer-fabrication processes and industrial semiconductor manufacturing.
- Previous process or equipment ownership experience in one or more relevant module areas, ideally including Back Metal Deposition, Laser Anneal or Wafer Thinning.
- Ability to design structured experiments and interpret process, metrology and electrical data.
- Understanding of process control and continuous-improvement methods, including SPC, FMEA, OCAP, Kaizen, TPM and structured problem-solving.
- Ability to investigate technical issues methodically and implement robust corrective and preventive actions.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including preparation of technical reports and presentations.
- Ability to work effectively across R&D, Engineering, Production and Quality functions.
- Self-motivated, results-oriented and capable of working both independently and collaboratively.
- Ability to exercise sound technical judgement within the assigned area of responsibility.
- Flexibility to support manufacturing and qualification activities outside normal working hours when reasonably required.
Why work for us?
- Salary based on skills and experience
- Funded training and development at all levels, including opportunities up to master’s-degree level
- Annual bonus scheme
- Medical cover options
- Competitive Smart Pension contributions
- Life assurance equivalent to four times annual salary
- Free employee assistance programme
- On-site fitness centre
- Sports and social clubs
- Retail, sports and entertainment discounts
- On-site restaurant and outdoor gardens
- Free on-site parking
- Career-development opportunities
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, Chemistry, or a related discipline, with at least five years of semiconductor process-engineering or process-development experience
- Master's degree or PhD in a relevant discipline, with at least three years of semiconductor process-engineering or process-development experience
- Experience in a semiconductor wafer-fabrication environment
- Experience developing, qualifying, or sustaining wafer-fabrication process modules
- Knowledge of semiconductor devices, wafer-fabrication processes, and industrial semiconductor manufacturing
- Experience with SiC power-device manufacturing, wide-bandgap semiconductor processing, or comparable advanced wafer-fabrication technologies
- Process or equipment ownership experience, ideally in Back Metal Deposition, Laser Anneal, or Wafer Thinning
- Ability to design structured experiments and interpret process, metrology, and electrical data
- Understanding of SPC, FMEA, OCAP, Kaizen, TPM, and structured problem-solving
- Ability to investigate technical issues and implement corrective and preventive actions
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including technical reports and presentations
- Ability to collaborate effectively across R&D, Engineering, Production, and Quality functions
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively, exercise sound technical judgment, and support activities outside normal working hours when required
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Healthcare Strength — Health, dental, and vision insurance are consistently included, and coverage is described as good in multiple locations. Employee assistance and wellness initiatives further reinforce the core medical offering.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) with company match is part of the standard U.S. package, providing structured retirement savings support. Legacy pension arrangements are frozen, making the 401(k) the primary vehicle for retirement benefits.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave are part of the offering across sites. PTO and occasional flexibility contribute to a manageable work‑life rhythm.
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What We Do
Vishay manufactures one of the world’s largest portfolios of discrete semiconductors and passive electronic components that are essential to innovative designs in the automotive, industrial, computing, consumer, telecommunications, military, aerospace, and medical markets. Serving customers worldwide, Vishay is The DNA of tech™ Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. is a Fortune 1,000 Company listed on the NYSE (VSH). More on Vishay at www.Vishay.com. Vishay offers a comprehensive suite of benefit programs including health care coverage, financial support programs and other resources designed to help you achieve your personal and professional goals. With us, you'll experience unique career paths, an open and collaborative culture, a stable business that will be there for you, and opportunities to work globally and locally. Do you have the skills we need? Are you ready to power your career as you power the world? If so, apply today. It is the policy of Vishay to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all colleagues and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, gender, pregnancy/childbirth, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability or perceived disability, genetic information, citizenship, veteran or military status or a person’s relationship or association with a protected veteran, including spouses and other family members, marital or domestic partner status, or any other category protected by federal, state and/or local laws. As an equal opportunity employer, Vishay is committed to a diverse workforce. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veterans' Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants that require accommodation in the job application process may contact [email protected] assistance. Equal Opportunity Employer
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