Senior Semiconductor Process Engineers

RESPONSIBILITIES:Kforce's client, a growing Semiconductor company in Tempe, AZ, is seeking a few Senior Process Engineers. We are working directly with the Hiring Manager. In this role reporting to Senior Director Surface Technology, the Senior Process Engineer will work with other global technology team members including materials scientists, equipment engineers, process, quality and field service engineers as well as external customers.Responsibilities: In this role, the Senior Semiconductor Process Engineer will drive improvements in Thermal & Plasma Enhanced ALD system component longevity, stability, refurbishment/service strategy and process performance to enable reliable and efficient deposition of a range of next generation advanced thin film materials exhibiting various electrical & physical properties Develop new approaches to clean, coat, protect and refurbish internal ALD chamber components to improve performance, lifetime, defectivity and CoO for customers processing various materials for use as functional/active layers in semiconductor device stacks Connect process conditions, physical characterization, and deposition chamber Specify, procure and develop state-of-the-art process equipment The Senior Semiconductor Process Engineer will leverage knowledge of various wet & dry clean process methodologies and utilize expertise in a range of surface/bulk characterization methodsREQUIREMENTS: BS, MS or Ph.D. degree in Materials Science, Chemistry, Physics, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Electrical Engineering or similar technical/scientific field 2-5+ years of industrial experience in semiconductor equipment and component cleaning and refurbishment Solid understanding of Design-of-Experiments execution and statistical data analysis Familiarity with common chemical characterization & metrology techniques including: Titration, pH, ICP-MS, particle analysis, XRF, FTIR, etc. Ability to engage with internal & external customers both on a highly technical basis and personally Experience within a high volume semiconductor clean room environment Display project management skills for day-to-day operations and qualifications Familiar with machining, manufacturing, equipment design (tanks, scrubbers, etc.) and fixture/drawing creation process Opportunistic mindset for IP generation and understanding of relevant technology to improve automation, data collection, processes Capable of working with SDE/SQE to establish data pipelines, specs (analytical, SPC, cosmetic), and procedures (stats/quality/specs) Ability to solve complex analytical problems and provide robust solutions based on solid technical logic Passion for surface engineering processes, be inquisitive to drive projects & root-cause failure investigations whilst being systematic & entrepreneurial in mind-set Familiar with machining, manufacturing, equipment design (tanks, scrubbers, etc.) and fixture/ drawing creation process is preferred Experience with SDE/SQE to establish data pipelines, specs (analytical, SPC, cosmetic), and procedures (stats/quality/specs)Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.