Crystal Growth Process Engineer

Job Title

Crystal Growth Process Engineer

Location

GlobalWafers America:  Sherman, TX

Category

Engineering

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position.  Employees may be required to follow other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties as requested, subject to all applicable state and federal laws.  Certain job functions described herein may be subject to possible modification in accordance with applicable state and federal laws.

Summary

GlobalWafers America (GWA) is shaping the future of the semiconductor industry in Sherman, TX. As we ramp up operations at our state-of-the-art facility, we’re fostering a dynamic work environment where employees innovate, grow their potential, and take ownership of their futures. Our culture is rooted in positive thinking, integrity, and a strong belief that together as a team, we win.

This Sherman facility is the most advanced in the GlobalWafers family and serves as the foundation for future expansion. At GlobalWafers America, we’re actively seeking talented self-starters with imagination, creativity, and vision. We welcome original thinkers who are driven to achieve results and ready to take on increasing responsibility within a successful global organization.

Essential Job Functions

• Designs and implements basic engineering projects: process development, process design.
• Troubleshoots process development issues and interact with mechanical, electrical, and software engineers to resolve issues and fix bugs.
• Generates engineering test reports and presents proposals and results/conclusions to the design/process engineering community and upper management.
• Supports operational consistency in production by implementing process improvements and process optimization projects.
• Works closely with operations to assess existing processes and needs for improvement.
• Tracks metrics to determine areas for improvement and monitor the success of changes.
• Uses simulations to solve complex problems and test the hypotheses.
• Provides plant support and troubleshooting from growth to wafer processes.
• Assists in the creation and maintenance of complex documentation sets, involving highly technical material, for training purposes under limited supervision.
• Solves problems; takes a new perspective using existing solutions.
• Understanding business unit processes and hardware; knowledge of data analysis techniques to summarize data.
• Development of new processes and equipment.
• Developing metrology for new processes.
• Design of experiments and statistical data analysis.

Ancillary Job Functions

•  Perform other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in material science / engineering / physics or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, planning and problem-solving/troubleshooting skills.
• Proven ability to identify, assess, and solve problems.
• Experience with project management.
• Experience with data-driven continuous improvement; Six Sigma training preferred.
• Comfortable in a fast-paced engineering and manufacturing environment.
• Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills, and the ability to manage conflicts in a stressful environment.
• Understands and listens to team members and fosters a productive team environment.
• Handles multiple projects and priorities.
• Proficient in advanced techniques with relevant software: MS Project, Excel, PowerPoint, Word, etc. in addition to experience working within shared work environments.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in materials science / engineering / physics
• Four to six years of relevant work experience
• Experience with Minitab Statistical Analysis software preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Expertise, talents, characteristics and behaviors which are typically representative, but not all-inclusive, of those commonly associated with the job.

• Demonstrate strong technical and engineering knowledge, applying expertise to perform complex assignments independently with minimal supervision.
• Take initiative, exhibit strong action orientation, and accept responsibility for achieving results while consistently delivering high-quality work on time.
• Exercise sound judgment, business acumen, and strategic thinking to analyze issues, recommend effective solutions, and identify opportunities for process improvement.
• Develop and maintain a thorough understanding of business operations, industry trends, and emerging technologies to support organizational goals.
• Build collaborative cross-functional relationships and serve as an approachable, customer-focused resource to internal stakeholders.
• Utilize excellent analytical, mathematical, and problem-solving skills to evaluate data, identify trends, and support informed decision-making.
• Demonstrate strong attention to detail and accuracy in all aspects of work, ensuring high-quality deliverables and compliance with established standards.
• Support strategic planning and continuous improvement efforts.
• Effectively utilize relevant software, technology, and business tools, including Microsoft Office applications, to improve productivity and efficiency.
• Communicate clearly through written, verbal, and presentation formats
• Continuously enhance professional, technical, and industry knowledge through ongoing learning and development.
• Demonstrate integrity, reliability, professionalism, confidentiality, and discretion in all business interactions and work assignments.
• Complete assigned tasks and projects efficiently while managing priorities in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Foster a collaborative team environment while working independently and exercising good judgment in decision-making.

Work Environment

Environmental or atmospheric conditions commonly associated with the performance of the functions of the job.

• General office environment.

Physical Abilities

Abilities commonly associated with the performance of the functions of the job.  The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.   Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Minimal lifting (<25 lbs.) may be required.

Work Authorization

GlobalWafers America will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States.

• This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided.
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire. This position does not offer employment-based visa sponsorship at this time. While candidates with temporary work authorization (including OPT) may be considered, future sponsorship is not guaranteed.

Equal Opportunity Employer

GlobalWafers America is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and qualified applicants.  The Company prohibits discrimination and harassment based on any characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law, including but not limited to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, and physical or mental disability or any other legally protected classification.