Job Information
Coherent Corp. Lead Crystal Growth Engineer in Pine Brook, New Jersey
Primary Duties & Responsibilities
Actively participate in a broad AMD team effort aimed at optimization of the crystal growth technology, which leads to continual improvement of SiC crystal quality and productivity.
Lead a task team of engineers and technicians working on aspects of SiC crystal growth, such as designing crystal growth apparatus, modeling crystal growth process, scaling up crystal diameter, improving growth process efficiency, enhancing yields and throughput, eliminating crystal defects, etc.
Transfer R&D processes to Production in a well-organized and documented way including operating procedures, failure mode effect analysis, SPC charting of key parameters
Contribute to the development of ideas, approaches and methods leading to the growth process improvement
Quickly respond to the emerging market demands or Government requirements for new types of crystal products by developing innovative engineering solutions and adjusting the growth processes
Actively contribute to R&D Programs by prioritizing, organizing and carrying out project activities. Adhere to the project timelines. Summarize experimental and characterization results in formal or informal written and oral reports
Actively participate in R&D meetings and supports them by providing schedules, plans, meeting minutes, action items and other necessary documentation
Contribute to establishing, reviewing and updating both short- and long-term experimental plans
Participate in proposal and report writing activities and writes sections as assigned by Program Manager. Participate in preparation of presentations to customers and Government contract monitoring personnel
Organize, schedule and participate in characterization of SiC boules and substrates in the context of R&D and commercial manufacturing. Utilize internal and external characterization methods and capabilities
Actively participate in collection, processing, modeling and analyzing the obtained characterization data to establish fundamental trends and correlations and to develop scientifically sound conclusions
Use the results of characterization to establish factors that affect crystal quality and to make recommendations for the technology optimization
Readily communicate the ideas, experimental and analytical results to the team in an open and timely manner to accelerate the technology progress
Utilize statistical tools to characterize of technological processes and determine process reliability and "bottlenecks". Analyze process/product failure modes. Provide rapid feedback to the SiC production team
Contribute to solving technical and operational problems related to the SiC substrate production in a timely manner
Contribute to the work of the quality team by providing expertise in process characterization. Serve as a resource to the QA personnel with respect to the characterization techniques, equipment, and procedures.
Education & Experience
PhD in Semiconductor or Electronic Materials and Devices, Materials Science, Solid State Physics, Solid State Chemistry or similar
2 years of hands-on experience in the technological fields of semiconductor, electronic, optical or optoelectronic materials and devices. Hands-on experience in crystal growth is a plus
Solid background in material science of semiconductors and dielectrics, including crystal structure, doping and defects
Knowledge of technological processes used in the process of device manufacturing, including crystal growth and epitaxy
Hands-on experience in materials characterization using electronic, optical and x-ray methods
Experience in evaluation and optimization of technological processes
Experience in writing proposals, reports and preparation of presentations in an R&D environment
Skills
Understanding of crystal growth principles and related physical/chemical phenomena, including thermodynamics of chemical reactions, heat and mass transfer
Knowledge of scientific principles and practice of crystal characterization, including electrical, optical and x-ray characterization methods
Extensive hands-on experience with statistical tools and their use for process characterization, including failure and error analysis. Knowledge of Design of Experiments (DOE).
Knowledge of theory and practice of vacuum equipment and processes
Familiarity with programs and software used for engineering calculations, modeling and data processing
Ability to handle multiple priorities and work with employees and customers in a multi-cultural, global team environment
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
ITAR compliance requirement: Individual must be a U.S. Citizen, Permanent Resident Alien, or Protected Individual per 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).
Working Conditions
Normally 9-5
May require longer working hours in order to complete mission critical tasks
Physical Requirements
Hands-on work
Must be able to lift 25 lb. parts
Safety Requirements
All employees are required to follow the site EHS procedures and Coherent Corp. Corporate EHS standards.
Quality and Environmental Responsibilities
Depending on location, this position may be responsible for the execution and maintenance of the ISO 9000, 9001, 14001 and/or other applicable standards that may apply to the relevant roles and responsibilities within the Quality Management System and Environmental Management System.
Culture Commitment
Ensure adherence to company's values (ICARE) in all aspects of your position at Coherent Corp.:
Integrity - Create an Environment of Trust
Collaboration - Innovate Through the Sharing of Ideas
Accountability - Own the Process and the Outcome
Respect - Recognize the Value in Everyone
Enthusiasm - Find a Sense of Purpose in Work
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