Senior Process Engineer

Littelfuse is one of America's Best Mid-Sized Companies (Forbes) and has been named one of the Best Places to Work in Illinois (Best Companies Group) for 11 consecutive years. With its global headquarters in Chicago, Illinois, USA, Littelfuse is a leading, global manufacturer of electronic components serving more than 100,000 end customers across industrial, transportation, and electronics end markets. We have more than 17,000 employees with operations in 15 countries. From semiconductors to sensors… switches to fuses and more… we produce billions of electronic components that help our customers empower a sustainable, connected, and safer world. In 2021, Littelfuse had net sales of $2.1 billion.

Join our dynamic Semiconductor EPI Manufacturing facility as a Sr Process Engineer and contribute to the development and optimization of our semiconductor manufacturing processes.

About the Job

• Develop and optimize semiconductor manufacturing processes for the epitaxial growth of semiconductor materials.

• Analyze and interpret process data to identify areas for improvement, yield enhancement, and cost reduction.

• Collaborate with equipment engineering and production teams to introduce new technologies and process improvements into production.

• Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for process-related issues to minimize downtime and improve yield.

• Design and execute process experiments to validate and optimize process parameters for quality and productivity improvements.

• Monitor and analyze process performance metrics, such as cycle time, defect rates, and equipment utilization, to identify areas for improvement.

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives by implementing Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies.

• Provide technical expertise and guidance to operators and technicians in troubleshooting and resolving process-related issues.

• Develop and maintain process documentation, including standard operating procedures (SOPs) and work instructions.

• Planning and directing initiatives that improve the Performance of the Fab and company.

About You

• Bachelor or university degree in Electrical, Chemical, Materials Science Engineering, or related field.

• Solid understanding of semiconductor manufacturing processes, with specific expertise in epitaxial growth techniques preferred.

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  5 years of hands-on experience with semiconductor fabrication equipment, such as epitaxy reactors, wafer handlers, and metrology tools.

  
  

• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to analyze complex technical issues.

• Proficiency in data analysis and statistical process control (SPC) methods.

• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to analyze complex technical issues.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with cross-functional teams.

• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma principles.

• Detail-oriented with a strong focus on quality and process improvement.

• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

• Ability to collaborate well with others and work in a team environment.

• Familiarity with engineering practices

• Knowledge in MS Office

Littelfuse strives to empower associate growth and development in a culture of ongoing collaboration and respect for diverse global perspectives and expertise. Our Core Values - Customer Focus, Integrity, Innovation, Teamwork and Results Driven - supports us on our mission to improve the safety, reliability, efficiency, and performance of our customers' products and systems.

We are an equal opportunity employer that takes pride in giving every associate the means and courage to make a difference - everywhere, every day.

We offer a competitive salary package and a variety of benefits, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, Disability and Retirement benefits as well as development opportunities like internal Lean Six Sigma Certification.

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