Defect Metrology Engineer

Job Description

DefMet Tool Owners are responsible for the technical ownership and optimization of critical defect and review inspection equipment in Intel's semiconductor manufacturing processes. These tools are a key component of delivering world class yields for our customers. As part of your role, you will work in the Defect Metrology area within a cross functional team, owning multiple metrology toolsets.

Responsibilities

• Analyze equipment and process performance using data driven and statistical methods, identify trends and outliers, and drive corrective actions to reduce variation.
• Troubleshoot complex issues, develop scalable solutions, and implement strategies to prevent recurrence.
• Continuously improve tool performance and optimize recipes through sustaining and innovation activities.
• Lead equipment improvement initiatives with cross functional teams to enhance the operational performance of DefMet systems.
• Identify innovative solutions to equipment challenges and influence required stakeholders to drive and implement change.
• Support recipe development, optimization, and transfers to ensure high sensitivity defect detection capabilities.

Qualifications

• Minimum Requirements: Level 8 degree (NFQ) or higher in a Science or Engineering discipline (Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD), such as Physics, Chemistry, Materials Science, Electrical/Electronic/Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Mechatronics, Nanotechnology, Mathematics, or related fields.
• 4+ years of experience in an equipment engineering environment or similar industry.
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills, with hands on experience in equipment troubleshooting.
• Proven ability to work autonomously with a high level of ownership and comfort with ambiguity.
• Strong data analysis capabilities, including data extraction, validation, statistical analysis, and visualization (e.g., JMP or similar tools).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey complex technical information.
• Strong teamwork skills and experience working in cross functional and multicultural teams.
• Preferred Requirements: Background or hands on experience in optics.
• Experience in semiconductor manufacturing or related high tech industries.
• Experience with yield analysis, defect reduction methodologies, and process improvement.
• Familiarity with equipment automation systems.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple tools or activities simultaneously.

Job Information

Job Type: Experienced Hire. Shift: Shift 1 (Ireland). Primary Location: Ireland, Leixlip.

Compensation

Annual Salary Range: €59,200 - €111,300.

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance.