Process Technician (R&D Advanced Packaging in Optical Interconnect & Co-Packaged Optics)

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Location:

Singapore,SGP

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As a Process Technician, you'll be responsible for preparing wafers for experimentation, operating reactors to perform thin film processes, and using scanning electron microscopes for analyses and imaging. You'll record process conditions and experimental observations, perform routine maintenance procedures, and evaluate wafers and thin films. Process Technicians are tasked with preparing cross-section samples for analysis, identifying patterns of interest in imaging, and operating laboratory process equipment and instrumentation. Your expertise in troubleshooting, equipment maintenance, and process optimization drives higher levels of productivity, quality, and efficiency in our manufacturing processes.

About the Role

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Process Technician in R&D to join our CTO Office Photonic Technology Group (PTG) with a focus on the area of optical interconnect and co-packaged optics. This position is based in Applied Materials Singapore.

As a Process Technician in R&D, you will support the development of advanced packaging processes on a variety of semiconductor processing tools. Working closely with process engineers, you will run experiments on process tools, collect metrology and inspection data, and help keep development schedules on track. This role suits someone who is detail-oriented, hands-on, disciplined with data, good and clear communication, and keen to work on cutting-edge technology.

Key Responsibilities:

• Execute assigned process steps on process development for advanced semiconductor processes following SOPs and engineer instructions.

• Perform metrology and inspection (e.g., film thickness, profiler step height, AFM, optical inspection, etc.) and organize and share data with engineers in a clear, traceable format.

• Perform first-level tool and recipe checks during process runs and escalate abnormalities promptly to the team or equipment owners.

• Implement recipe or process changes as directed by the engineer and record the changes accurately.

• Coordinate tool time with internal and external tool owners to keep the development on schedule.

• Maintain lot tracking, logbooks, and wafer/sample inventory.

• Logistics support for samples transport between Singapore facilities and shipping in and out of Singapore.

Requirements:

• 3 years+ experience in semiconductor R&D or manufacturing environment preferred.
• Familiarity with cleanroom operations and semiconductor processing equipment is a plus.
• ITE/ Diploma in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, Materials Science) or related field.
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to take new tasks.
• Basic understanding of process control and data analysis.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Able to support occasional overtime when required.

Work Location:

• Science Park II (Moving to Tampines in 2027 Q1-Q2), Singapore

Shift Pattern:

• Normal office hours (Mon - Fri)

Additional Information

Time Type:

Full time

Employee Type:

Assignee / Regular

Travel:

No

Relocation Eligible:

No

Applied Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law.