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Contract Wafer Fab Process Engineer Jobs in Texas

Amat

Module Process Engineer V - (E5)

Richardson, TX · On-site +1

$140K - $192K/yr

Who We Are Applied Materials is a global leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce ... Wafer Fab Process / Equipment experience * Communicates complex ideas, anticipates potential ...

Amat

Module Process Engineer V - (E5)

Austin, TX · On-site +1

$140K - $192K/yr

Who We Are Applied Materials is a global leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce ... Wafer Fab Process / Equipment experience * Communicates complex ideas, anticipates potential ...

II-VI Incorporated

Wafer Fab Operator

Sherman, TX

... process, or priority Always log tools down that may have a problem or cannot be used to run ... Coherent is a global leader in lasers, engineered materials and networking components. We are a ...

skywater

Electrical Test Engineer

Austin, TX · On-site

SkyWater is hiring a Senior Fab Product Engineer (Wafer Electrical Test - WET) for our site in ... Will collaborate improvements with Fab process engineers and other product engineers who are ...

II-VI Incorporated

Wafer Fab operator

Sherman, TX · On-site

... process, or priority Always log tools down that may have a problem or cannot be used to run ... Coherent is a global leader in lasers, engineered materials and networking components. We are a ...

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What is the difference between Contract Wafer Fab Process Engineer vs Contract Wafer Fab Equipment Engineer?

AspectContract Wafer Fab Process EngineerContract Wafer Fab Equipment Engineer
Primary FocusDeveloping and optimizing manufacturing processes for semiconductor wafersMaintaining and troubleshooting fabrication equipment
Skills & CertificationsProcess engineering, semiconductor fabrication knowledge, SPC, DOEEquipment operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, technical certifications
Work EnvironmentCleanroom environments, process labsManufacturing floors, equipment maintenance areas
Industry UsageCommonly employed in semiconductor manufacturing companiesUsed in similar settings, focusing on equipment performance

While both roles are essential in semiconductor manufacturing, the Contract Wafer Fab Process Engineer primarily focuses on process development and optimization, whereas the Contract Wafer Fab Equipment Engineer concentrates on maintaining and troubleshooting manufacturing equipment. Understanding these distinctions helps in selecting the right role based on your skills and career goals.

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Infographic showing various Contract Wafer Fab Process Engineer job openings in Texas as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 63% Full Time, 20% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 16% Contract. Highlights an 78% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 19% Remote job distribution.

Materials R&D Technician, Silicon Wafer Engineering

SpaceX

Bastrop, TX • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 20 days ago

SpaceX rating

8.7

Company rating: 8.7 out of 10

Based on 149 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

17th of 72 rated aerospace companies

Job description

MATERIALS R&D TECHNICIAN, SILICON WAFER ENGINEERING

As a Materials R&D Technician, Silicon Wafer Engineering on Starlink, you will partner directly with engineering to rapidly bring online state-of-the-art silicon wafer fab R&D lines to develop and refine recipes for producing high-quality wafers. These wafers will feed internal solar cell fabrication for our next generation Starlink satellites and Starship missions to the Moon and Mars. You will be responsible for silicon wafer fabrication equipment commissioning, process development, monitoring and troubleshooting equipment, characterizing wafer quality, and transferring a stable process to the production teams.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Partner with engineering to rapidly bring online state-of-the art silicon wafer fab development lines that include wafer slicing, grinding, cleaning, degumming, and inspection stations.
  • Drive equipment commissioning, calibration, troubleshooting, and maintenance.
  • Perform hands-on wafer processing tasks (ingot cropping, slicing, cleaning, degumming, surface conditioning) to produce low-defect, high-reliability wafers.
  • Execute DOEs to optimize silicon recycling procedures and minimize contamination of raw materials.
  • Test and evaluate supplier materials (slurries, wires, adhesives, wet process chemicals) through contamination analysis and performance checks.
  • Perform silicon wafer characterization; ensure associated lab equipment is maintained and calibrated.
  • Safely handle chemicals and adhere to all EHS protocols to maintain a safe work environment.
  • Ensure 5S standards and cleanroom protocols are upheld by maintaining a clean and organized work area.
  • Participate in training exercises for production silicon wafer fabrication technicians, as needed.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

  • High school diploma or equivalent certification.
  • 3+ years of hands-on experience in semiconductor wafer manufacturing, cleanroom operations, or high-tech production (photovoltaics or silicon processing).
  • 1+ years of experience handling flammable, toxic, corrosive, and/or hazardous chemicals safely.

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

  • Bachelor's or associate's degree in a STEM field.
  • 5+ years of hands-on experience in silicon wafer manufacturing, with focus on slicing, cleaning, defect mechanisms, contamination control (metallic, organic, particulate), and surface chemistry.
  • Experience using and maintaining silicon wafer characterization techniques and equipment, including ICP-MS, GDMS, XRT, SEM/TEM, FTIR, resistivity mapping, and minority carrier lifetime testing (PL).
  • Proven ability to understand and accurately follow complex manufacturing procedures and adhere to safety requirements; strong attention to detail.
  • Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills to work closely with engineering, other technicians, and cross-functional teams.
  • Ability to identify and maintain priorities for work scope.
  • Ability to rapidly change roles/responsibilities while working independently in a high-paced, challenging work environment with minimal oversight.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Must be open to work all shifts, overtime and/or weekends as needed.
  • Must be comfortable working in a production environment using hazardous chemicals such as acids, alkalis, and solvents.
  • Must be able to wear appropriate PPE for lab and electro-chemical manufacturing environment.
  • Must be able to walk and stand for long periods of time.
  • Must be able to lift 25 lbs. unassisted.
  • Must be comfortable with climbing up and down ladders, grasping, standing, lifting, bending, pulling, pushing, stooping, stretching, carrying, crawling, and maneuvering in tight spaces.

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