Principal Process Integration Engineer

SkyWater is co-creating our employees’ careers the same way we co-create revolutionary computing technologies that enable developers to bring innovations to market. In our Minnesota headquarters and Florida location, employees work together to activate our vision to improve the world by revolutionizing technology realization.



Joining our US investor-owned team means contributing to commercialization of some of the most exciting technologies the world has ever seen including superconducting, 3D integrated circuits or computer chips, carbon nanotubes, photonic logic devices, Micro Electro-Mechanical Systems and other emerging device topologies. We manufacture products for aerospace and defense, medical, automotive, consumer and industrial markets, to name a few. Our customers include Microsoft and the Department of Defense as well as emerging leaders who rely on our Trusted intellectual property security and quality manufacturing services.



SkyWater’s Values of Integrity, Excellence, Collaboration, Empowerment and Growth Mindset guide us to cultivate a learning environment and invest in developing the knowledge of highly skilled, dedicated employees. We provide them with a dynamic workplace, open communication and an opportunity to grow within the company. If you’re searching for a company where you can be a part of the next level of technology and truly make a difference, consider joining SkyWater today!



Position Summary:

In this highly visible role, you will define BEOL integration schemes to be used in state of the art semiconductor manufacturing processes. You will be responsible for integration and technology development, including Cu and Al wiring processes for a variety of projects. You must have a proven track record in a device integration role in the semiconductor field and have a hands-on approach to new process development. Excellent oral and written communication skills are required to communicate ideas with foundry customers, colleagues, and management.



Responsibilities:

• Provide technical direction for BEOL process/integration development


• Work with external and internal groups to create or transfer new BEOL processes


• Define technical requirements for BEOL processes being created


• Work with process & tool engineers to develop or transfer processes


• Ensure process monitors, including SPC charts and tool Quals, are adequate for robust manufacturing


• Identify risks to process development/transfer and provide solutions to mitigate them.


• Risk analysis will include process capability, integration issues, reliability, electrical performance, and defect performance


• Work with management to roadmap out future improvements in process capability, electrical performance, and defect reduction for BEOL processes.


• Work with customers to identify process solutions to metal integration challenges.

The job also requires performing other duties as assigned. Percentages of time spent on job duties are estimates and may vary for each position.



Required Qualifications:

Education: BS in Electrical, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Physics or other relevant discipline. (MS preferred)



Experience and Skills:

• 3+ years of BEOL integration experience (must include some level of copper experience)


• Good understanding of unit process steps for dual damascene copper


• Understanding of the interactions of individual process steps on the overall process flow, electrical performance, and reliability


• Good problem solving capability with strong use of data and science to propose solutions


• Familiar with statistical analysis tools, DOEs, and SPC


• Able to communicate technical data and results to other engineers and management well


• Good team player, highly energetic, self-motivated, & able to work with and give technical guidance to a cross-functional teams

US Citizenship Required: This position will require the holding of or ability to obtain government security clearance which requires U.S Citizenship.



SkyWater has an exciting environment where the brightest semiconductor minds come together to achieve exceptional results. We offer competitive salary and financial benefits, such as, bonuses, life insurance, 401k match, and opportunities to buy SkyWater stock at a discounted rate.



We provide benefits that promote a healthy life, such as, comprehensive benefits package including benefit eligibility day one, paid time off, paid holidays, an on-site fitness facility, an on-site, self-serve market and so much more!



SkyWater is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Applicants for all job openings are welcome and will be considered without regard to age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic characteristics, medical conditions, family care or medical leave status, military service or status as a Protected Veteran, marital status, familial status, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, status with regard to public assistance, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local laws (“Protected Characteristics”). SkyWater complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws concerning EEO/AA employment. SkyWater complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Human Resources at 952-851-5200 or [email protected]