Process Technician (Optical Interconnect & Co-Packaged Optics)

About the role

Applied Materials is looking for a skilled and experienced Process Technician in R&D to join its CTO Office Photonic Technology Group, focusing on optical interconnect and co-packaged optics. The position is based in Singapore and supports the development of advanced packaging processes on semiconductor processing tools, working closely with process engineers to run experiments, collect metrology and inspection data and keep development schedules on track.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare wafers for experimentation, operate reactors for thin film processes and use scanning electron microscopes for analysis and imaging
• Record process conditions and experimental observations, and prepare cross-section samples for analysis
• Perform metrology and inspection (film thickness, profiler step height, AFM, optical inspection, etc.) and share data clearly and traceably with engineers
• Run first-level tool and recipe checks, implement recipe changes and maintain lot tracking, logbooks and wafer/sample inventory
• Coordinate tool time with internal and external tool owners and provide logistics support for sample transport between Singapore facilities

Required profile

• 3+ years of experience in a semiconductor R&D or manufacturing environment preferred
• ITE/Diploma in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, Materials Science) or a related field
• Detail-oriented, disciplined with data, good communicator and able to work occasionally overtime

Required skills

• Familiarity with cleanroom operations and semiconductor processing equipment is a plus
• Basic understanding of process control and data analysis
• Good communication and teamwork skills