PhD Entry Level Process Engineer

Job Description

Intel leads the semiconductor industry by creating innovative technologies. As an Intel Process Engineer, you will join the Intel New Mexico team where you will be instrumental in developing and ramping some of Intel's newest technologies such as: Bridge, Photonics, Foveros technologies and products. Help us realize Intel's vision to create and extend computing technology to connect and enrich the lives of every person on Earth.

Process engineering responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Define roadmaps to meet requirements, goals and milestones for a new technology process.
• Defines and establishes flow, procedures, and equipment configuration for the module.
• Selects and develops material and equipment for the process to meet quality, yield, reliability, cost, productivity and manufacturability requirements.
• Plans and conducts experiments to fully characterize the process throughout the development cycle. Drives improvements on quality, yield, reliability, process stability/capability, productivity and safety/ergonomic over variables such as material, method, equipment, environment and operating personnel.
• Transfers process to high volume manufacturing and provide support in new factory start-up as well as install and qualification of the new production lines.

The ideal candidate should exhibit the following behavioral traits:

• Has a mindset for safety for themselves and those around them.
• Demonstrate exceptional customer orientation.
• Excellent communication skills with a high tolerance to ambiguous and changing situations.
• Candidates should have experience working in an environment with new and frequently changing challenges.
• Demonstrate strong technical and troubleshooting skills.
• Analytical and problem solving skills.

What we offer:

As a global leader in innovation and new technology, we foster a collaborative, supportive, and exciting environment where the brightest minds in the world come together to achieve exceptional results.

We offer a competitive salary and financial benefits such as bonuses, life and disability insurance, opportunities to buy Intel stock at a discounted rate, and Intel stock awards (eligibility at the discretion of Intel Corporation).

We provide benefits that promote a healthy, enjoyable life: excellent medical plans, wellness programs, and amenities, time off, recreational activities, discounts on various products and services, and much more creative perks that make Intel a Great Place to Work.

Full time onsite required during training, estimated 6 months but is toolset dependent.

After training: hybrid work from home to be defined by manager and employee but continued onsite will be required. Full time remote is not an option.

Qualifications

You must possess the below minimum qualifications to be initially considered for this position. Preferred qualifications are in addition to the minimum requirements and are considered a plus factor in identifying top candidates.

Minimum Requirements:

• Candidate must possess a PhD in Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, Optics, Chemistry or related field of study.

Preferred qualifications:

• 1+ year(s) experience in the semiconductor environment. Experience can be obtained through schoolwork, classes, project work, internships, military training and/or work experience.
• Knowledge of statistics and experimental design; and the skills to apply that knowledge to tool matching, tool qualification, and process development.

Inside this Business Group

As the world's largest chip manufacturer, Intel strives to make every facet of semiconductor manufacturing state-of-the-art -- from semiconductor process development and manufacturing, through yield improvement to packaging, final test and optimization, and world class Supply Chain and facilities support.  Employees in the Technology Development and Manufacturing Group are part of a worldwide network of design, development, manufacturing, and assembly/test facilities, all focused on utilizing the power of Moore’s Law to bring smart, connected devices to 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.

Benefits

We offer a total compensation package that ranks among the best in the industry. It consists of competitive pay, stock, bonuses, as well as, benefit programs which include health, retirement, and vacation. Find more information about all of our Amazing Benefits here.

Working Model

This role will be eligible for our hybrid work model which allows employees to split their time between working on-site at their assigned Intel site and off-site. In certain circumstances the work model may change to accommodate business needs.