SM PDE Engineer

Job Description

Join the Revolution in Semiconductor Manufacturing at SM!

We're at the forefront of an exciting era of growth and innovation at SM (Sherman Fab), where our state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities are driving the production of a vast portfolio of semiconductor products. As we rapidly expand our capabilities, we're seeking talented and experienced Product Engineers to join our team and play a key role in shaping the future of our industry. With production and yields on the rise, this is an unparalleled opportunity to make a meaningful impact and contribute to the success of our organization. If you're a motivated and seasoned engineer with more than 5 years of experience in the semiconductor industry, we invite you to join our dynamic team and help us push the boundaries of what's possible in semiconductor manufacturing.

Responsibilities include:

• Yield Optimization: Conduct thorough analysis of production yield issues to identify root causes and implement corrective actions that enhance product performance and manufacturing efficiency.
• New Product Launch: Collaborate with Business Units to characterize, qualify, and successfully release new products to production, ensuring a smooth transition from design to manufacturing.
• Production Support: Address daily production challenges including low yield disposition and process troubleshooting.
• Continuous Improvement: Lead initiatives focused on productivity, cost reduction, and quality enhancement across the production process.
• Data-Driven Insights: Utilize statistical tools such as Spotfire, Mbayse, Dataware, JMP, and production data to guide engineering decisions and process improvements.
• Design Collaboration: Work with design teams on product simulation, design verification and silicon debug.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Liaise with business units' product engineering teams to drive yield improvements through test program optimization, hardware enhancements, and setup adjustments.
• Failure Analysis: Collaborate with Electrical and Physical failure analysis labs to drive to root cause.

Qualifications

Minimum requirements:

• Bachelors degree in Electrical & Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related engineering degree
• 5+ years of experience in a product engineering role within the semiconductor industry
• 5+ years of experience working on 300mm technologies
• Proficiency in tools such as Mbayse, Spotfire, Sherlock, JMP, Excel, and statistical analysis software

Preferred qualifications:

• Strong analytical skills and experience with yield analysis and manufacturing data
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work independently and in cross-functional teams
• Expertise in analog/mixed-signal circuit design, analysis, and verification, including experience with Operational Amplifiers (OP Amps), Analog-to-Digital Converters (ADCs), Digital-to-Analog Converters (DACs), and Radio Frequency (RF) circuits
• Experience with analog design and verification
• Knowledge of Technology transfer and development
• In-depth knowledge of semiconductor manufacturing processes, including fabrication, assembly, and test
• Strong foundation in device physics and circuit theory
• Excellent collaboration and teamwork skills, with ability to work effectively across modules
• Proven ability to drive results, prioritize tasks, and manage time to meet project deadlines
• Adaptability and resilience in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with multiple priorities and interruptions
• Strong interpersonal and influencing skills, with ability to build effective relationships and communicate with diverse stakeholders
• Exceptional problem-solving skills, with attention to detail and ability to think creatively
• Effective communication and presentation skills, with ability to articulate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Strategic thinking and ability to navigate complex, high-pressure situations with poise and professionalism

About Us

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.

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About the Team

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