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Qcells

Process Engineer (Wafer)

Cartersville, GA · On-site

Description Wafer Process Engineer Direct Supervisor: Wafer Process & Technology Team Leader ... Support process design, development, validation, and mass production readiness activities * Plan ...

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San Jose, CA · On-site

$87K - $125K/yr

... engineering or directly related disciplines; or hands-on experience that includes wafer fabrication ... It requires close collaboration with cross-functional teams in Process Development, Integration ...

Teledyne FLIR LLC

Process Development Engineer

Goleta, CA · On-site

$90K - $121K/yr

As part of process development, hands-on wafer fabrication and characterization of pilot lots is required. This is the right place for a self-directed, goal-oriented, collaborative engineer. The work ...

Teledyne

Process Development Engineer

Goleta, CA · On-site

$90K - $121K/yr

As part of process development, hands-on wafer fabrication and characterization of pilot lots is required. This is the right place for a self-directed, goal-oriented, collaborative engineer. The work ...

FLIR Systems, Inc.

$100 - $125/hr

As part of process development, hands-on wafer fabrication and characterization of pilot lots is required. This is the right place for a self-directed, goal-oriented, collaborative engineer. The work ...

Semtech

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Alhambra, CA · On-site

$73K - $110K/yr

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Forge Nano, Inc.

Wafer Process Engineer

Thornton, CO · On-site

$80 - $100/hr

... a Wafer Process Engineer to develop and sustain our atomic layer deposition (ALD) TEPHRA cluster ... This role performs customer demonstrations, process development, and data analysis. The position ...

Forge Nano

Wafer Process Engineer

Thornton, CO · On-site

$74K - $107K/yr

... a Wafer Process Engineer to develop and sustain our atomic layer deposition (ALD) TEPHRA cluster ... This role performs customer demonstrations, process development, and data analysis. The position ...

Forge Nano

Wafer Process Engineer

Thornton, CO · On-site

$74K - $107K/yr

... a Wafer Process Engineer to develop and sustain our atomic layer deposition (ALD) TEPHRA cluster ... This role performs customer demonstrations, process development, and data analysis. The position ...

Forge Nano

Wafer Process Engineer

Thornton, CO · On-site

$74K - $107K/yr

... a Wafer Process Engineer to develop and sustain our atomic layer deposition (ALD) TEPHRA cluster ... This role performs customer demonstrations, process development, and data analysis. The position ...

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Process Engineer (Wafer)

Cartersville, GA • On-site

Qcells
Clean Energy Semiconductors Manufacturing
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Job description

Description
Wafer Process Engineer
Direct Supervisor: Wafer Process & Technology Team Leader
Location: Cartersville, GA
Classification: Salary
Job Overview: The Wafer Process Engineer will be responsible for optimizing wafer manufacturing processes in terms of capability, reliability, and capacity de-bottlenecking, while managing day-to-day wafer production to ensure a stable supply for both internal Cell production and external wafer customers.
This role includes overseeing production line operations, coordinating with vendors, and supporting training and administrative activities as assigned.
The Process Engineer will be a key member of the Wafer Process team and will work closely with cross-functional departments to ensure stable and efficient wafer production across the facility.
RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Drive stable mass production ramp-up by proactively managing on-site operations and responding to real-time issues
  • Lead hands-on shop floor follow-up (F/U) to identify, troubleshoot, and resolve production and process-related issues in a timely manner
  • Strengthen process monitoring to detect recurring defects and prevent defect escapes
  • Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams (Equipment, Utility, Quality, and other related functions) to ensure stable and continuous production
  • Work with equipment vendors and internal teams to address equipment-related issues and implement effective countermeasures
  • Optimize manufacturing processes in terms of capability, reliability, and capacity (de-bottlenecking)
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives to reduce cycle time, defects, process variation, and chemical/water usage
  • Develop, revise, and standardize SOPs for each wafer process, and ensure effective deployment and communication across production teams
  • Support process design, development, validation, and mass production readiness activities
  • Plan and execute small-scale and large-scale tests, and support smooth transition into mass production
  • Conduct PFMEA-based process evaluations and implement new process improvements on the shop floor, documenting results in technical reports
  • Manage real-time production issues, including escalation, tracking, and follow-up to closure
  • Communicate key results and updates through reports, technical documentation, and presentations
  • Provide training and guidance to Process Development Engineers and operators to enhance overall process capability
  • Support product qualification and technical activities for external customers while ensuring stable wafer supply for both internal Cell production and external customers.

Physical Qualifications
  • Proficiency in English (written and verbal) is required
  • Ability to travel internationally as required
  • Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the production area
  • Ability to sit for prolonged periods while working at a desk and using a computer
  • Ability to reach, push, pull, and lift items within limits established by Qcells
  • Ability to perform tasks in a manufacturing environment, including wearing required PPE

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
  • Bachelor's degree in mechanical, material, electrical, chemical and others engineering.
  • Relevant experience in an industrial engineering environment (e.g., semiconductor, solar wafer slicing, or related industries)
  • 3-5 years' experience within a process / manufacturing environment
  • Strong technical capability on both chemistry and chemical engineering discovering for new process
  • Assist with the training of new employees as requested.
  • Strong organizational and project management skills.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other relevant software.
  • Proficiency in Engineering tools (CAD, Statics, Minitab, etc.)

Hanwha Q CELLS provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.

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