Description
Summary of Job Duties:
The MUSiC Process Engineer III will be primarily responsible for the creation of processes and integration of those processes into the Multi-User Silicon Carbide Research and Fabrication Facility (MUSiC Fab) at the University of Arkansas. It supports research intended to develop low volume production and R&D prototyping for purposes of advancing the state of the art as well as being compatible with the needs of industrial advancement in the field. This is a multidisciplinary position that covers several processing modules and must work with other functional areas such as design, integration, and product development. This position will answer directly to the MUSiC Chief Technology Officer (CTO).
The Process Engineer III requires expertise in growing high-purity epitaxial layers. The successful candidate will have a minimum of 10 years of progressive, hands-on experience in epitaxial process development and manufacturing, with demonstrated expertise in establishing, stabilizing, and scaling high-purity epitaxial growth processes suitable for advanced power device applications.
This job will require the supervision of employees as the MUSiC team grows. This position is weather essential and may require being on call for equipment issues as needed.
Regular, reliable and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.
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Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:
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M.S. in Physics, Chemistry, Electrical, Chemical Engineering or related field from an accredited institution of higher education
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At least 10 years of semiconductor experience in epitaxial growth processing and related safety procedures
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Experience applying fundamental semiconductor device physics
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Experience with resolving issues using FMEA or 8D
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Experience with supervised processes to ensure quality output
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U.S. Citizenship required
Preferred Qualifications:
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Ph.D. in Physics, Chemistry, Electrical, Chemical Engineering or related field from an accredited institution of higher education
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At least 15 years of industry or academic experience having multi-disciplinary responsibilities in areas such as process integration, process development or laboratory management
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At least 10 years of epitaxial growth using a CVD system
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At least five years experience utilizing an MES
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Experience working with all areas of unit processing
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Experience working with equipment maintenance and knowledge of the necessary tools such that tools and processes are qualified when in production mode
Additional Information:
This position is renewable annually based on continued need for the position, availability of funding, and satisfactory job performance.
Salary Information:
Commensurate with education and experience
Institution Name:
University of Arkansas, Fayetteville
Founded in 1871, the University of Arkansas is a land grant institution, classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the nation’s top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity. The University of Arkansas works to advance the state and build a better world through education, research, and outreach by providing transformational opportunities and skills, fostering a welcoming climate, and nurturing creativity, discovery, and the spread of new ideas and innovations.
The University of Arkansas campus is located in Fayetteville, a welcoming community ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. The growing region surrounding Fayetteville is home to numerous Fortune 500 companies and one of the nation’s strongest economies. Northwest Arkansas is also quickly gaining a national reputation for its focus on the arts and overall quality of life.
As an employer, the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. The benefits package includes university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary.
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