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Experienced Yield Enhancement Technician / Tool Owner

LocationAustin (Ed Bluestein, Office)
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
Company size10,000+ people
First seen2d ago
Last seen15h ago
About the role
The Yield Enhancement Technician / Tool Owner is responsible for improving manufacturing yield, optimizing process tool performance, and ensuring equipment reliability within a semiconductor fabrication environment. This role combines hands-on technical support with ownership of specific process tools, driving continuous improvement through data analysis, troubleshooting, and collaboration with engineering teams.
Primary Responsibilities:
Responsibilities
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Monitor wafer yield metrics and identify trends, excursions, and systematic defects.
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Perform root cause analysis on yield loss using defect inspection, SPC charts, and process data.
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Implement corrective and preventive actions to improve yield and reduce variation.
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Analyze inline and end-of-line data to detect early warning signals for yield degradation.
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Work closely with process engineers, integration engineers, maintenance technicians, and operations teams.
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Serve as the primary technical owner for assigned inspection tools (e.g., KLA2367, SP1/2, Puma, Altair).
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Ensure tool uptime, availability, and performance meet fab targets.
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Track and drive key tool metrics such as OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness) and uptime.
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Qualify tools after maintenance, upgrades, or process changes to ensure production readiness.
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Provide training and technical guidance to operators and junior technicians.
Required Qualifications
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Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, or related field.
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3+ years of experience in semiconductor manufacturing, equipment engineering, or yield improvement.
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Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
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Familiarity with SPC, FDC, and yield management systems.
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Knowledge of specific semiconductor process areas (e.g., lithography, etch, deposition).
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Familiarity with semiconductor defect inspection and metrology tools.
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Analytical thinking and root cause problem-solving.
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Attention to detail and data-driven decision making.
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Strong communication and teamwork skills.
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Semiconductor fabrication facility (cleanroom environment).
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Requires use of cleanroom attire (bunny suit).
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Must be able to lift and carry objects up to 25 pounds.
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May include shift work, on-call support, or extended hours during critical issues
About the company
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NXP is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer regardless of age, color, national origin, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital status, status as a disabled veteran and/or veteran of the Vietnam Era or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, NXP will provide reasonable accommodations for otherwise qualified disabled individuals.
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