Sr. Staff Yield Engineer

FormFactor, Inc.

Livermore, CA

In a world driven by the increased demand of technology, semiconductor manufacturers require a trusted partner to pioneer the frontiers of advanced integrated circuits (ICs). FormFactor, Inc (FFI) is the world's leading supplier of semiconductor test and measurement products that power electronic systems used in computing, consumer-technology, automotive, Artificial Intelligence (AI) and other applications. Our cutting-edge solutions are the driving force behind the testing of ICs that power electronic systems across computing, consumer technology, automotive, Artificial Intelligence (AI), and myriad other applications.

As a leading player in the semiconductor industry, FormFactor actively seeks out individuals who are not just employees, but passionate contributors eager to thrive in an ever-evolving landscape. At FormFactor, we are not just shaping the future of semiconductors; we are rewriting the narrative of innovation itself.

Our commitment extends beyond the technical realm to the very fabric of our culture. Rooted in our core values—Focus on the Customer, Ownership & Accountability, Respectfully & Effectively Communicate, and Motivate & Develop People—we foster an environment where diverse perspectives are not only welcomed but celebrated. Join us in experiencing the exhilaration of collaborating with a dynamic team, pushing the boundaries of what's possible, and contributing to a workplace where your voice is not just heard but valued and empowered. Become an integral part of our journey as we collaboratively Form Our Future Together, setting the stage for a new era in semiconductor excellence.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Work closely with process engineers and integration engineers, and leverage engineering database information to analyze the integrated process behind different yield issues, across different designs and technologies of MEMS micro-springs
• Drive brainstorming sessions, design, drive and analyze experiments to verify the physical mechanisms of yield issues, leveraging demonstrated statistical analysis competence to ensure validity of conclusions.
• Present the findings to process module owners and engineers, as well as to integration engineering to align on the conclusions
• Working in team with Process Engineering and Process Integration, and based on the physical root cause learnings, propose possible new ideas on how to resolve/improve
• Hold weekly yield meetings, focused on prioritizing issue resolution based on the impact on fab yield.
• Set up and maintain yield dashboards that can be readily used by Engineering as well as by Leadership, to review status and progress of defect resolution, fab yield, technology yield, design yield, etc.
• Work closely with module engineering and IT to easily access the engineering database in a standardized manner, ensuring good synchronization among data available to all
• Maintain a team player attitude, to foster collaboration between different internal teams and organizations, required to understand, and eventually resolve, the most complex problems
  
  

Education, Experience And Skills Required

• A Master's degree in mechanical, electrical, chemical engineering, or equivalent discipline. A Ph.D. degree is preferred.
• At least 10 years of relevant experience, working on process integration of semiconductor devices, MEMS preferred
• Self-starter, with strong oral and written communication skills. Able to communicate at different levels of the organization
• Must have demonstrable experience and a passion for analyzing and understanding the “physical” reason for failures in a complex integrated process
• Sound understanding of multiple characterization techniques. Directly experienced with DOE methodology
• Expertise in data mining, script generation, database querying, statistical analysis
  
  

Preferred Skills

• Understanding of semiconductor tools operation and challenges
• Understanding of SPC
• Past successful history of efficiently working in a cross-functional manner
• Some level of programming skills, to more efficiently collect and analyze large sets of data
  
  

The pay range for this role in Livermore, CA is between $163,400 and $214,400. The pay range may differ in other locations. FormFactor maintains broad salary ranges for its roles in order to account for variations in education, training, skills, relevant work experience, business needs and market demands. Candidates are typically placed into the range based on the preceding factors as well as internal peer equity. Benefits offered for this role include medical, dental, vision, EAP, short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, flexible spending and savings accounts, 401(k), ESPP and paid time off.

FormFactor is committed to providing a work environment where everyone is treated with dignity and respect. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and are committed to compliance with all Federal, State, and local laws that prohibit employment discrimination on the basis of age, race, color, sex (including breastfeeding and related conditions), gender (including gender identity and gender expression), national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, religion, physical or mental disability, marital status, registered domestic partner status, medical condition, military or veteran status, genetic characteristics or information, or any other legally protected characteristic. These protections extend to all employment and management decisions including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, promotions, pay practices, benefits, disciplinary actions and terminations, and all other terms and conditions of employment.