Product Engineering Section Manager (SM1)

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 a PDE Section Manager. Generally, the second-highest level engineering position in the factory, this role reports to the Engineering Branch Manager, and oversees and provides leadership to PDE engineers and technicians for,

• 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 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.

• Bachelor in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a related engineering discipline.

• 6 years of experience in Product Engineering at the Device/Wafer Level.

   

• Strong technical background in process/ test and device physics.
• Strong data analysis skills and experience with AI systems for data analysis 
• Very strong problem solving skills
• Strong experience driving projects to successful conclusion 
• 1 year of leadership/management experience
• Open minded to change, dramatic change
• Adaptable to change in direction and priorities 
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to quickly ramp on new systems and processes
• Ability to work in teams and collaborate effectively with people in different functions
• Ability to take the initiative and drive for results
• Strong time management skills that enable on-time project delivery
• Demonstrated ability to stay calm at all times under stressful situations