Photolithography Manufacturing Engineer (50347)
Company: Headway Technologies
Location: Milpitas
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
Description SUMMARY: Under the direction of the Manager of
Photolithography Manufacturing Engineering, the Photolithography
Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for the monitoring,
sustaining, and supporting day-to-day manufacturing processes,
programs, and activities, including providing technical support to
ensure process reliability; improving the efficiency of
photolithography processes; developing and implementing practices
or methodologies which reduce cost and improve operational
efficiency; analyzing data, creating reports, and making
presentations to groups; conducting root cause analysis and
implementing corrective action; and improving production yields via
process/tool manufacturability optimization. This position is
located in Milpitas, California. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Monitors,
sustains, and supports day-to-day photolithography manufacturing
processes, programs, and activities which improve and optimize
wafer quality and performance Ensures process reliability by
providing technical support to operators, technicians, and other
engineers Designs and conducts experiments to verify process
robustness with characterization and improvement of process
latitude Develops and implements practices or methodologies which
lower cost, reduce cycle time, and improve operational efficiency
Conducts root cause analysis and implements corrective action if
required Improves production yields via process/tool
manufacturability optimization Partners with other groups and
departments, including process and product engineering to develop
and implement new processes which reduce scrap and improve yield
Responds to inquiries from other team members, managers, or
departments Uses Statistical Process Control (SPC) to analyze
product quality data; develops charts or reports and presents
findings before groups or teams Adheres to all safety policies and
procedures as required Performs other duties of a similar nature or
level* Qualifications MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s degree in
Chemistry, Chemical or Electrical Engineering, Materials Science,
or Physics and/or equivalent relevant experience; Master’s degree
preferred Three years of hands-on experience working in
photolithography in a process or manufacturing engineer Strong
experience in SPC, Design of Experiments (DOE), and photoresist
modeling Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Applications
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Strong knowledge of
photolithography fabrication techniques using steppers/scanners,
spin-on photoresist tracks, and developer tools. Strong knowledge
of semiconductor device measurement tools, practices, and
techniques Knowledge and experience using JMP or Excel and the
ability to create macro formulas Knowledge and ability to use
Microsoft Office applications to create spreadsheets, Word
documents, and presentations Able to design experiments, analyze
results, and recommend corrective action Able to communicate
effectively, both verbally and in writing, with all levels of
contractors, consultants, employees, and management Able to work
productively and collaboratively with all levels of employees and
management Able to comply with all safety policies and procedures
Demonstrated organizational and time management skills Demonstrated
problem-solving and trouble shooting skills Flexible and able to
prioritize The annual base salary for this full-time position is
between $121,000.00-$160,000.00 bonus target benefits. Within the
range the individual pay may differ depending on additional factors
including job responsibilities, job related knowledge, skills,
abilities, education, and experience. The annual base pay range
shown is subject to change and may be modified periodically.
WORKING CONDITIONS: The Photolithography Manufacturing Engineer
works primarily in an office environment. The schedule may be
altered from time-to-time to meet business or operational needs;
may travel from site-to-site as needed. May also work in a class
100 ESD sensitive wafer fab manufacturing facility; adheres to
required safety and dress standards. May be exposed to hazardous
chemicals, fumes, or vapors and excessive noise from time-to-time
while in the wafer manufacturing facility; stands and walks;
performs various fine grasping movements, bends, and twists;
operates a computer and enters information using a keyboard,
operates a telephone, and other office equipment. May occasionally
be required to push, pull, or lift up to 30 pounds. *Other duties
of a similar nature or level are duties that may be required, but
may not be specifically listed in the job description or posting.
TDK/Headway Technologies, Inc. provides equal employment
opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment
without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin,
age, disability, or genetics. Applicants requiring accommodation in
order to complete the application process should contact the
Headway Human Resources Department.
Keywords: Headway Technologies, Gilroy , Photolithography Manufacturing Engineer (50347), Engineering , Milpitas, California
