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Metrology Process Engineer

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US63 NXP USA Inc.

Austin, TX (In Person)

Full-Time

Posted 2 weeks ago (Updated 1 week ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 6/24/2026

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Job Description

Role Summary:
The Metrology Process Engineer opportunity is in a high-volume semiconductor wafer manufacturing environment. The position requires ownership and responsibility for the control, development and optimization of Metrology processes and equipment. Prior experience on Metrology platforms is a must-have requirement. This position will perform a variety of complex process and sustaining engineering duties in a wafer processing factory. The candidate must have a thorough technical understanding of various metrology tools. The position will interface with engineering and production personnel from all factory areas, as well as interfacing with equipment manufacturers. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to; investigating, analyzing and resolving process and process and equipment related problems and/or issues; provide training for engineering and manufacturing personnel; The position will conduct experiments to improve processes; work with other areas developing new measurement strategies, initiate and review specification changes. Experience in problem solving methods and statistical methods is preferred.
Job Responsibility:
Develop and lead projects to help optimize Quality (yield improvement & defect reduction), Delivery (MTBF, MTTR, qual optimizations, capacity qualifications, cycle time reductions), and Cost (process optimization, chemical usage qualification & consumption reduction). Lead activities with engineering, production, device and support organizations in a high-volume semiconductor wafer manufacturing environment. Participate in fab-to-fab standardization & benchmarking activities related to: tool-to-tool matching, scrap reduction, defect reduction, cost reduction, as well as throughput improvement projects. New part & technology introductions. Tool installation and startup qualifications. Implementation of Six-Sigma statistical process control methods. Ability to troubleshoot to an advanced level, often dealing with new complex issues. Solid knowledge of process control, sampling optimization, data analysis and interpretation required.
Job Qualification:
Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering (Chemical, Electrical, Mechanical or Materials Science). 5-10 years of experience in related fields. Collaborative skills for working efficiently in a team having worldwide connections with partners and users. Excellent communication and presentation skills across various levels of the company. Ability to deal with multiple issues and shifting priorities. Independent, self-motivated, and willing to learn with good discipline, and process statistical control capability. Strong verbal and written communication skills. A strong desire to help create a positive, winning, world class working environment. Must have expertise on one or more of the following methods: CDSEM Overlay Film thickness metrology Sheet Resistance metrology More information about NXP in the United States... NXP is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer regardless of age, color, national origin, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital status, status as a disabled veteran and/or veteran of the Vietnam Era or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, NXP will provide reasonable accommodations for otherwise qualified disabled individuals. #LI-97b2 NXP Semiconductors N.V. (
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NXPI) enables a smarter, safer, and more sustainable world through innovation. As the world leader in secure connectivity solutions for embedded applications, NXP is pushing boundaries in the automotive, industrial & IoT, mobile, and communication infrastructure markets. For more information, visit www.nxp.com Bright Minds. Bright Futures. We believe that a key component to growing our business is to develop our people. To enable you to grow your career at NXP, we offer online and offline learning opportunities to help you develop some of your core and professional skills. Commitment At NXP. We recognize NXP is a powerful change agent as we continue to deliver innovative solutions that advance a more sustainable future. We remain steadfast in our commitment to sustainability and making measurable year-on-year progress. Also, we aim to create an inclusive work environment and we will not tolerate racism, discrimination or harassment of any kind. We have programs in place focused on diversity, inclusion and equality. Thank you for considering a career at NXP. To help you prepare for the different steps in our hiring process, see the following useful advice and tips. Are you already an NXP employee? Do not apply here. Instead, you must apply via our internal career page. Thank you for your interest in supporting our recruitment efforts. Please note that NXP operates under a strict Preferred Supplier List (PSL) for all recruitment activities. Any candidate profiles or resume submitted without a prior written agreement or explicit request from our Talent Acquisition team will be considered unsolicited. Such submissions will be deemed free of any obligations, and no fees will be paid by NXP or any of its affiliates, subsidiaries, or divisions - regardless of whether the candidate is hired, either coincidentally or otherwise. Thank you for your understanding.