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Altera

Product Development Engineer

San Jose, CA

$142K - $206K/yr

About Altera For decades, Altera has been at the forefront of programmable logic technology. Our ... Contributes to performing Yield Analysis to identify yield limiting issues using Data Science, Data ...

Altera

Staff/ Senior Staff NPI Debug Engineer

San Jose, CA · On-site

$149K - $215K/yr

Mentor engineers and establish the blueprint for structured debug and root-cause analysis. Key ... Yield Analysis & Manufacturing Excellence Lead complex yield analysis activities directly related ...

Nokia

Senior Photonic Yield Engineer

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$105K - $258K/yr

You will oversee a fleet of test equipment and work with engineers and operators at our Fab and ... Strong proficiency in wafer scale yield analysis: experience creating and reviewing Pareto charts ...

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How much do yield analysis engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for yield analysis engineer in the United States is $93,179.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $70,000.00 and $118,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are Yield Analysis Engineers?

Yield Analysis Engineers are professionals who focus on analyzing and improving the manufacturing yield of products, particularly in industries like semiconductor fabrication. They collect and interpret process data to identify patterns, root causes of yield loss, and opportunities for process optimization. Their work helps companies maximize production efficiency and minimize defects, ultimately reducing costs and increasing profitability. Yield Analysis Engineers collaborate with cross-functional teams, including manufacturing, quality assurance, and process engineering, to implement solutions that improve yield.

What is the difference between Yield Analysis Engineer vs Process Engineer?

AspectYield Analysis EngineerProcess Engineer
Primary FocusAnalyzing and improving manufacturing yields through data analysisDesigning, implementing, and optimizing manufacturing processes
Skills & CertificationsData analysis, statistical tools, engineering fundamentalsProcess design, engineering principles, certifications like Six Sigma
Work EnvironmentManufacturing plants, R&D labs, data analysis teamsProduction floors, process development departments

While both roles are integral to manufacturing, Yield Analysis Engineers focus on analyzing yield data to identify issues and improve output, whereas Process Engineers develop and optimize manufacturing processes. Both roles require strong analytical skills and engineering knowledge, often working closely to enhance production efficiency.

How does a Yield Analysis Engineer typically collaborate with cross-functional teams to address manufacturing issues?

Yield Analysis Engineers regularly work alongside process engineers, product engineers, and quality assurance teams to identify and resolve manufacturing bottlenecks or defects. They analyze data from production lines, share findings with relevant teams, and participate in root cause analyses to implement corrective actions. This collaborative approach ensures that yield improvements are based on comprehensive insights and that solutions are effectively integrated into existing workflows. Strong communication and teamwork skills are essential in this role, as addressing yield challenges often requires input from multiple technical disciplines.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Yield Analysis Engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Yield Analysis Engineer, you need a solid background in electrical engineering, semiconductor manufacturing, and data analysis, typically supported by a relevant engineering degree. Experience with statistical analysis tools (like JMP or Minitab), data visualization software, and familiarity with yield management systems are commonly required. Strong problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and effective communication skills help you identify issues and collaborate with cross-functional teams. These skills are crucial for optimizing manufacturing processes, reducing defects, and ensuring high product yield in a competitive semiconductor industry.
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Yield Enhancement Engineer (RFAB)

Yield Enhancement Engineer (RFAB)

Texas Instruments

Richardson, TX • On-site

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Posted 10 days ago

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8.1

Company rating: 8.1 out of 10

Based on 86 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

41st of 142 rated electronics manufacturers

Job description

Change the world. Love your job. 
TI-RFAB is looking for an experienced Yield Enhancement Engineer to own end-to-end yield improvement across our analog and mixed-signal product portfolio. The engineer will drive defect reduction from detection to root-cause analysis through permanent corrective action and apply modern AI/ML techniques to accelerate defect classification and yield learnings. The engineer will be required to work closely with Process, Product, Integration, and Equipment Engineering teams in a high-paced, fully automated fab environment.


The responsibilities of a Yield Enhancement Engineer in this role include:

  • Lead data-driven defect-limited yield analysis across all product families, from defect discovery through root-cause investigation to corrective action.
  • Serve as a key technical responder for defect excursions with the ability to triage data and mobilize cross-functional teams quickly to resolution.
  • Apply wafer map analytics to fingerprint yield-limiting defects by toolset, chamber, reticle field etc.
  • Define and continuously improve inline inspection sampling strategies, balancing detection sensitivity, throughput, and cost.
  • Build predictive yield models by correlating inline defect density with electrical test outcomes and liaise with the process modules to implement virtual metrology to ultimately enable real-time risk scoring.
  • Partner with Quality Assurance to close the loop between customer-observed failures and in-fab defect detection.
Why TI?
  • Engineer your future. We empower our employees to truly own their career and development. Come collaborate with some of the smartest people in the world to shape the future of electronics.
  • We're different by design. Diverse backgrounds and perspectives are what push innovation forward and what make TI stronger. We value each and every voice, and look forward to hearing yours. Meet the people of TI
  • Benefits that benefit you. We offer competitive pay and benefits designed to help you and your family live your best life. Your well-being is important to us. Please find our country-specific benefits here

About Texas Instruments
Texas Instruments Incorporated (Nasdaq: TXN) is a global semiconductor company that designs, manufactures and sells analog and embedded processing chips for markets such as industrial, automotive, data center, personal electronics and communications equipment. At our core, we have a passion to create a better world by making electronics more affordable through semiconductors. This passion is alive today as each generation of innovation builds upon the last to make our technology more reliable, more affordable and lower power, making it possible for semiconductors to go into electronics everywhere. Learn more at TI.com.

Texas Instruments is an equal opportunity employer and supports a diverse, inclusive work environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, disability, genetic information, national origin, gender, gender identity and expression, age, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

If you are interested in this position, please apply to this requisition.
TI does not make recruiting or hiring decisions based on citizenship, immigration status or national origin. However, if TI determines that information access or export control restrictions based upon applicable laws and regulations would prohibit you from working in this position without first obtaining an export license, TI expressly reserves the right not to seek such a license for you and either offer you a different position that does not require an export license or decline to move forward with your employment.

Minimum requirements:

  • 3 years relevant experience in Yield Enhancement within the semiconductor industry
  • Bachelor's degree in Materials Science Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Physics, or a related field.
  • Strong silicon semiconductor process knowledge with hands on yield engineering experience in a high-volume fab.


Preferred qualifications:

  • Comfort working across functional modules - Process, Product, Integration and Equipment Engineering - and communicating findings clearly to technical and managerial teams.
  • Demonstrated strong analytical skills.
  • High sense of urgency, structured problem-solving, and a collaborative mindset.
  • Demonstrated ability to build strong, influential relationships.
  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and rapidly changing environment.
  • Ability to take the initiative and drive for result.

Minimum requirements:

  • 2 years relevant experience.
  • Bachelor's degree in Materials Science Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Physics, or a related field.


Preferred qualifications:

  • Strong semiconductor process knowledge with hands on yield engineering experience in a high-volume fab.
  • Comfort working across functional modules - Process, Product, Integration and Equipment Engineering - and communicating findings clearly to technical and managerial teams.
  • Demonstrated strong analytical skills.
  • High sense of urgency, structured problem-solving, and a collaborative mindset.
  • Demonstrated ability to build strong, influential relationships.
  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and rapidly changing environment.
  • Ability to take the initiative and drive for result.

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As a global semiconductor company, we design, manufacture, test and sell analog and embedded processing chips to nearly 100,000 customers. Our products enable electronics everywhere and in things you experience every day - from health care, smart homes and connected cars to drones, smart phones and more. Our passion to create a better and more sustainable world by making electronics more affordable through semiconductors drives us to make our technology smaller, more efficient, more reliable and more affordable.

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Headquarters location

Dallas, TX, US

Year founded

1930

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