Posted in

Optical Metrology Engineer

Optical Metrology Engineer

CompanyHRL Laboratories
LocationMalibu, CA, USA
Salary$99705 – $124683
TypeFull-Time
DegreesMaster’s
Experience LevelMid Level

Requirements

  • 3-5 years’ experience as an optical metrologist in a cleanroom setting
  • Model development and maintenance
  • Real-time screening of measurement errors
  • Optical constant determination
  • System control scheme and charts
  • Working knowledge of Statistical Process Control
  • Primary interface with equipment team/vendor to resolve performance issues
  • Involvement with process customer activities and implications for metrology
  • Execution and presentation of metrology data analytics for process improvement
  • New system evaluation
  • JMP/Python skills a plus
  • Thorough first-hand understanding of model-based optical metrology
  • Strong background in the fundamental principles of optical thin-film metrology, tooling and technology
  • Deep understanding of current industrial optical metrology systems, their applications, capabilities and limitations
  • Ability to perform basic tool troubleshooting and interact with maintenance personnel and vendors
  • Ability to work with and around potentially hazardous materials
  • Training in the safe handling of chemicals and equipment
  • MS or higher in a technical field relevant to solid-state physics and optics

Responsibilities

  • Become expert in optical thin-film metrology and Inspection systems
  • Support Process Engineering with the timely rollout and qualification of new metrology applications
  • Own the optical metrology roadmap
  • Produce detailed reports on a timely basis
  • Provide customers with excellent service and technical advice related to optical metrology
  • Manage optical metrology applications and other measurement issues/concerns
  • Drive improvements in optical metrology through improved processes and/or capital purchases
  • Communicate regularly with customer base and management to anticipate needs and to convey results
  • Ensure that appropriate monitoring is in place for all optical equipment and applications
  • Interface with equipment/vendor personnel to resolve equipment issues in a timely manner

Preferred Qualifications

  • 3-5 years’ experience as an optical metrologist in a cleanroom setting
  • JMP/Python skills a plus
  • Strong background in semiconductor processes and devices is a plus