Process Engineer

About Veeco
You probably don't realize it, but what we do at Veeco touches the lives of every person, every day. It's a bold statement, but it's true. From the smartphones in our pockets that access the world's collective knowledge, to the cloud-based services where all that information lives, to high-speed wireless communication and computing power needed to drive artificial intelligence, augmented and virtual reality, gaming and so much more, our technology is all around us.

We design, develop, manufacture, and service highly complex, cutting-edge machines used by our customers to create the essential devices that drive the digital age, connect the world, and improve the human experience. Along with the world's leading technology companies, many of which are household names, we help solve their most difficult material science challenges, enabling technologies for a more connected, sustainable, and convenient world.

We're looking for material difference-makers to join our growing team. Interested? Learn more at www.veeco.com/careers.

Overview

Our products combine innovative technological solutions with capital efficiency to drive our customers' critical manufacturing processes. We are currently hiring a Process Engineer to support tool process qualification for Veeco Advanced Deposition and Etch Business Unit. The position will be based in Somerset, New Jersey. This is an exciting position. Ideal for a self-motivated individual who likes to solve technical challenges, operate state-of-the-art, complex manufacturing machines in a hands-on manner. This position will entail completing process qualification assuring each tool achieves all customer performance requirements.

A Process Engineer will need to have excellent data analysis capability, clear communications skills (verbal and written), be excited to work collaboratively with Development, Marketing and Operations teams.

Responsibilities

• Review tool specific customer acceptance criteria (Factory Acceptance Document)
• Generate and publish tool qualification plan including required tests, expected test durations, and forecasted completion dates.
• Conduct process qualifications of Veeco Deposition and Etch tools according to Veeco/customer process specifications.
• Measurement and analysis of processed material (wafers, substrates)
• Progress and summary reporting to Veeco Management as tool qualification progresses. Generate recovery plans if the target completion date is in jeopardy.
• Escalate issues if unable to achieve process requirements. This includes leading escalation, preparing all relevant data for escalation team using structured problem-solving processes until root cause is identified, resolved and tool is operating as expected.
• Ability to quickly analyze data, present analysis and think through potential root causes and experiments to determine why a tool may not be performing as expected.
• Provide completed test data as requested by customer. Review this with Veeco marketing or directly with customer if requested.
• Participate in and lead test result discussions with customers for onsite customer inspections.
• Assist/Guide technicians in mechanical and electrical troubleshooting
• Collaborate closely with R&D, Marketing, and Final Test teams to meet On Time Delivery (OTD) targets, ensuring that all process qualifications and tool deployments adhere to scheduled timelines and customer expectations.
• Document tool issues for post-mortem analysis. Issue, lost time, issue requires follow-up to permanently resolve. etc.
• Operate and perform calibration & preventative maintenance on Veeco metrology equipment
• Learn and be competent with software programs (tool operation & data analysis) to execute process testing and runs.
• Adhere to all Veeco safety policies and guidelines.

Qualifications

BS in Materials Science or related field with at least 5 years of relevant experience in thin film etch and deposition.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Expertise in vacuum thin film technology
• Familiarity with thin film characterization techniques such as four-point probe, stress measurements, ellipsometry, depth profilers, XRF, Nanospec, etc.
• Experience in fabrication and characterization of magnetic or piezoelectric thin films preferred
• Willingness and understanding importance of following internal processes and procedures*
• Process development experience desired but not required.
• Experience with ion source technology (IBE, IBD, PVD) a plus.
• Data analysis, technical report writing and customer presentations
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to interact with customers a must
• Limited domestic and international travel. Travel to Veeco facility in Plainview NY will be required occasionally if tools are located at this facility and require process qualification.
• Ability to operate different tool types and troubleshoot with data for root cause analysis and issue resolution.
• Data collection, correlation, interpretation, and presentation of information to management and co-workersIndependent, organized and self-motivated highly desirable

Salary and Benefits
The expected salary range for this position is $90,309 - $114,391, plus a bonus opportunity. We will consider your location, experience, and other job-related factors when determining your pay. If your salary requirements exceed the advertised range and you remain interested in Veeco, we encourage you to apply or email your resume torecruiting@veeco.com.

Other benefits include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Holiday, Vacation, and Sick Time
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Commuter Benefits
• Life and Accident Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Identity Theft Remediation
• Emergency Travel Assistance

Veeco is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected characteristics. Veecois committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.

Notice to Applicants:
All communication about open positions and hiring will come from someone with a @veeco.com email address. You will always have multiple interviews and meet several team members (in-person or virtually) before we present an offer. We may also check references or conduct a background investigation as part of the offer process. We will never ask you for money for any reason, especially to send equipment or for pre-employment training. If you have any questions or concerns, or if someone has reached out to you and you think it might be a scam, please get in touch with us atrecruiting@veeco.com.