Process Engineer/Scientist, Silicon and III-V

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We are looking for a Process Engineer or Process Scientist to support the fabrication of microelectronic devices on silicon and III-V materials. You will work closely with product owners to develop, optimize and control manufacturing processes, while leading continuous improvement initiatives.

Your responsibilities:

• Comply with and promote workplace health and safety measures;
• Provide technical support for the fabrication processes of silicon devices, III-V photodiodes and laser emitters;
• Actively participate in troubleshooting process-related issues and implement appropriate corrective and preventive actions;
• Contribute to continuous improvement by applying and promoting the Six Sigma methodology in all activities;
• Develop, maintain and optimize automated process control mechanisms;
• Participate in the development, qualification and transfer of processes to production;
• Design, plan and carry out experimental studies to improve or develop manufacturing processes;
• Communicate results through reports, presentations, and team discussions;
• Establish and meet project timelines;
• Train and support production personnel;
• Comply with the documentation system, change-management process, quality policy, and new product introduction process;
• Participate in the selection, acquisition, and qualification of new equipment;
• Maintain an active technological watch on relevant fabrication processes and equipment;
• Maintain a clean, organized and compliant work environment (including cleanroom standards);
• Perform other related tasks, as needed.

Your qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering (physics, electrical, chemical), physics or chemistry;
• A master’s degree or additional relevant experience (an asset);
• At least 1 year of experience in microelectronic device fabrication processes;
• Knowledge of microfabrication processes (photolithography, metrology, wet etching, plasma etching, diffusion, CVD deposition, metallization, optical coatings, etc.);
• Experience in plasma etching and in wet etching (an asset);
• Knowledge of Six Sigma methodology and of statistical process control (green belt certification, an asset);
• Experience in project management (an asset);
• Strong organizational skills, rigor and ability to work effectively in a team environment;
• Proficiency in French (spoken and written) to operate in a francophone work environment;
• Excellent skills in English (spoken and written) for technical and international communications.

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