The Quality Engineer (Fab) will develop and improve MEMS wafer fab and assembly processes, focusing specifically on quality and yield improvement.  Identify and investigate design/process/equipment issues that limit wafer yield. Manage production yield and quality improvement projects, including; data analysis; model generation; experimentation; and propose resolution.

KNOWLEDGE: A seasoned, experienced professional with a full understanding of area of specialization; resolves a wide range of issues in creative ways. This job is the fully qualified, career-oriented, journey-level position.

JOB COMPLEXITY: Works on problems of diverse scope where analysis of data requires evaluation of identifiable factors. Demonstrates good judgment in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions. Networks with senior internal and external personnel in own area of expertise.  

SUPERVISION: Normally receives little instruction on day-to-day work, general instructions on new assignments.

EXPERIENCE:  Typically requires a minimum of 5 years of related experience with a Bachelor’s degree; or 3 years and a Master’s degree; or a PhD or equivalent experience.

At FUJIFILM Dimatix Inc., printing and material deposition devices are only as good as their printheads.  We are a recognized leader in the manufacturing and design of durable and productive drop-on-demand inkjet printheads that power cutting-edge systems, as well as integrated inkjet solutions that add digital inkjet capabilities to other equipment. These are part of the digitization and transformation of many applications such as commercial printing, graphics, label & packaging, additive manufacturing, ceramic tiles, textiles, electronics and life science research.

We’re looking for forward-thinkers eager to spark innovation in inkjet technology. Bring your talents to a team built on collaboration, creativity, and a passion for excellence. At FUJIFILM Dimatix, every product we make begins with the extraordinary people behind it. Join us for groundbreaking work in a flexible, engaging environment.

We’re based in two incredible locations: Lebanon, New Hampshire, surrounded by picturesque New England landscapes, and Santa Clara, California, a dynamic hub in Silicon Valley with a mix of innovation, diversity, and sunshine.

Fujifilm is globally headquartered in Tokyo with over 70,000 employees across four key business segments of healthcare, electronics, business innovation, and imaging. We are guided and united by our Group Purpose of “giving our world more smiles.” Visit: https://www.fujifilm.com/us/en/about/region/careers

Salary range for position: $105,000 - $135,000, commensurate with experience.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Improve wafer fab yield and device performance of advanced MEMS devices during all phases of product life cycle including process development, production ramp, and high-volume manufacturing.
• Assist and engage in NPI (New Product Introduction) to reduce time to yield using various engineering activities.
• Use data driven and statistical analysis approach to analyze and improve product performance. Periodically report and present performance metrics to key stakeholders.
• Organize and lead the team to address the root cause, take corrective actions, and propose preventive actions in an event of excursions or quality incident
• Assist in investigating non-conformances, determines root cause and assign CAPA with production or development team.
• Work with product development teams to transfer design into manufacture with good quality assurance (DFSS: Design for Six Sigma).

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• None

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

REQUIRED:

• D, Master, or Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Material Engineering.
• Knowledge in design, fabrication and testing of MEMS devices or semiconductor products. Understand the basic micro-fabrication technologies such as photolithograph, etching, and thin film deposition. Understand basic analysis metrologies such as SEM, EDS, Raman, FTIR, Auger, or FIB.
• Have extensive knowledge and experience on quality control and assurance under high volume production environment. Understand the quality assurance concepts, tools, and industry standards. Such as QC 7 tools, FMEA, Six Sigma, and other quality tools.
• Have basic statistic knowledge and skills; understand how to use statistic tools and methods, such as Gage R&R, Cp, Cpk, SPC, and DOE, to guide and monitor the process.
• Sound understanding of Quality Systems (such as ISO9001, ISO14001, TS16949)
• Knowledge and exposure to various Quality Tools such as PDCA, control of change, control of nonconforming, and continuous improvement (CAPA)/FMEA/8D
• Demonstrated project management skills, can set a target and lead a team to achieve the goals by assigning the task, tracking the progress, controlling the timeline, and encourage the team members. The projects include solving a quality problem, improving yield, or building up a quality sub-system.
• Proficient in data analytics tools (JMP, Tableau, Minitab) and sound in statistical approaches and concepts for troubleshooting and problem solving

DESIRED:

• Knowledge in MEMS especially in piezoelectric resonators, sensors, or actuators will be desired.
• Thin film material processing and characterization; failure analysis and device integration. Experience or skills on MEMS or semiconductor processing will be a plus, such as photolithography patterning; PVD, including metal deposition and ceramic sputtering; Si or ceramic dry etching (DRIE); wet etching; wafer bonding, or AutoCAD software for mask design.
• Familiar with some statistic software and programming skills will be desired. Such as Minitab, SAS, or Microsoft Macro.
• Six Sigma Green Belt and ISO9001 internal auditor certification will be a plus.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Standing, walking, using hands to finger, handle or feel, and talk or hear under one-third of the time.
• Sitting one-third to two-thirds of the time.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Normal office environment.  Dress as appropriate, business-casual is the “default”.
• Works in manufacturing, clean room, and engineering lab environment

• Moderate noise (examples: business office with computers and printers, light traffic)

OTHER:

• Other duties as may be assigned.
• Each employee’s primary objective is to assure that the quality, delivery and cost controls within his/her control meet or exceed all of our internal and external customers’ requirements.
• Each employee is required to abide by the Employee Handbook and the rules and regulations explained and provided at each orientation and training session. Special attention must be given to the safety aspects of these documents.

FUJIFILM Dimatix provides competitive wages, a generous benefits package and a friendly, dynamic working environment.

FUJIFILM Dimatix, Inc. is an E-Verify Employer

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