Materials Engineer Phd Jobs in Rio Rancho, NM (NOW HIRING)

Job Details:
Job Description:
Intel Corporation is a global leader in technology innovation, dedicated to creating world-changing technology that enriches the lives of every person on earth. With a commitment to advancing computing power and connectivity, Intel drives innovation across a diverse range of industries, including computing, data centers, artificial intelligence, and more. Our collaborative culture fosters creativity and growth, empowering employees to make a meaningful impact in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
We are seeking a Module Engineer to join our team responsible for driving the advancement of semiconductor manufacturing technologies. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work at the forefront of high-volume manufacturing, playing a pivotal role in enabling rapid device miniaturization and the mass production of integrated circuits. You will own critical equipment and processes, ensuring they meet Intel's stringent safety, quality, and efficiency standards while contributing to sustained technology leadership. Through collaboration with global teams and equipment suppliers, you will directly impact Intel's manufacturing excellence, yield improvement, and technological innovation.
Note: This role requires regular onsite presence to fulfill essential job responsibilities.
This position is not eligible for Intel immigration sponsorship.
Key Responsibilities

• Operate and optimize high-volume manufacturing equipment and processes to ensure control over critical dimensions and defectivity.
• Conduct tests and measurements to evaluate equipment and process performance, recommending and implementing modifications to enhance productivity and quality.
• Lead the execution of maintenance and repair activities for assigned equipment and modules.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to optimize safety, productivity, cost, and yield, collaborating with internal teams and external suppliers.
• Develop and implement excursion prevention systems to detect and address discrepant material or activities associated with the equipment and process.
• Support the transfer of technology to manufacturing sites worldwide through training, audits, and documentation to ensure consistent processing across locations.
• Own the installation, conversion, and qualification of equipment during factory ramps, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.
• Leverage data-driven techniques, such as Design of Experiments (DOE), to characterize, control, and improve manufacturing processes.

Behavioral traits that we are looking for:
Effective written and verbal communication skills and collaboration skills to work effectively across diverse teams and regions.
Qualifications:
You must possess the below minimum qualifications to be initially considered for this position. Preferred qualifications are in addition to the minimum qualifications and are considered a plus factor in identifying top candidates. Experience listed below would be obtained through a combination of your schoolwork, classes, research, relevant previous job, and/or internship experiences.
Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a STEM or related field, or equivalent practical experience per business needs.
• 4+ years of experience with a Bachelor's degree, 3+ years with a Master's degree, or no experience required with a PhD.
• Semiconductor metrology, process characterization, and process improvement.
• Experience in developing and maintaining manufacturing process controls and implementing changes.
• Knowledge in Design of Experiments (DOE) principles and excursion management.
• Technical expertise in semiconductor singulation processing.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a semiconductor manufacturing environment, particularly in process analytical metrology or process development.
• Familiarity with statistics and experimental design methodologies, with the ability to apply these to tool matching, tool qualification, and process optimization.
• Understanding of semiconductor process flows, logic or memory, and their associated metrology assessments.
• Demonstrated project management experience, including leading task forces to resolve complex problems.

Join us in shaping the future of semiconductor innovation. Apply now and become part of a team that is redefining the limits of technology through advanced manufacturing excellence.
Job Type:
Experienced Hire
Shift:
Shift 1 (United States of America)
Primary Location:
US, New Mexico, Albuquerque
Additional Locations:
Business group:
Intel Foundry strives to make every facet of semiconductor manufacturing state-of-the-art while delighting our customers -- from delivering cutting-edge silicon process and packaging technology leadership for the AI era, enabling our customers to design leadership products, global manufacturing scale and supply chain, through the continuous yield improvements to advanced packaging all the way to final test and assembly. We ensure our foundry customers' products receive our utmost focus in terms of service, technology enablement and capacity commitments. Employees in the Foundry Technology Manufacturing are part of a worldwide factory network that designs, develops, manufactures, and assembly/test packages the compute devices to improve the lives of every person on Earth.
Posting Statement:
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance.
Position of Trust
N/A
Benefits
We offer a total compensation package that ranks among the best in the industry. It consists of competitive pay, stock bonuses, and benefit programs which include health, retirement, and vacation. Find out more about the benefits of working at Intel.
Annual Salary Range for jobs which could be performed in the US: $120,860.00-170,630.00 USD
The range displayed on this job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific compensation range for your preferred location during the hiring process.
Work Model for this Role
This role will require an on-site presence. * Job posting details (such as work model, location or time type) are subject to change.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Intel is committed to Responsible Business Alliance (RBA) compliance and ethical hiring practices. We do not charge any fees during our hiring process. Candidates should never be required to pay recruitment fees, medical examination fees, or any other charges as a condition of employment. If you are asked to pay any fees during our hiring process, please report this immediately to your recruiter.