Principal Engineer - Process Engineering, Unit Module Development

Intro to GF

GlobalFoundries (GF) is one of the world’s leading semiconductor foundries and the only one with a truly global footprint spanning three continents. We manufacture complex, feature-rich integrated circuits that enable billions of electronic devices. At GF, we make things that matter — from the solutions that enable the way we live today, to the technologies that drive what’s possible for tomorrow. Join us in changing the industry that is changing the world. For more information, visit www.gf.com.

Why GF

Be a part of our global team that is at the forefront of providing cutting-edge global technology solutions. We are seeking candidates with a strong passion for new technologies and advanced manufacturing, as we continue our Industry 4.0 Digitalization journey using technologies such as Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, robotics, big data analytics and more.

About the Role

As a Principal Engineer, you will be a key technical leader responsible for developing and optimizing semiconductor fabrication processes. You will drive continuous improvement, solve complex, non-recurring technical challenges, and provide mentorship to a team of engineers. This role requires a blend of hands-on technical expertise, a strategic mindset, and excellent communication skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams and external partners.

What you will do:

Technical Expertise & Process Development:

• Develop and modify process formulations, methods, and controls to meet stringent quality standards.

• Create, analyze, and review technical data and charts to ensure process performance.

• Establish and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) for related processes.

• Integrate equipment and material capabilities to meet process module and technology specifications.

• Lead recipe creation, maintenance, and optimization for inspection and review tools (e.g., Brightfield, Darkfield, and SEM tools) to shorten inspection time and improve recipe quality.

Leadership & Collaboration:

• Drive Continuous Improvement Plans (CIPs) to enhance process performance and productivity.

• Lead and participate in cross-functional teams to achieve organizational goals.

• Serve as a technical subject matter expert, providing guidance and training to junior engineers.

• Collaborate with vendors and other internal teams for benchmarking and cross-learning initiatives.

• Show mastery of many aspects within one technical discipline, with group-wide recognition as a senior member of a technical team.

Problem-Solving & Innovation:

• Solve complex, novel, and non-recurring technical problems.

• Proactively identify and implement significant changes to existing processes and methods.

• Contribute to intellectual property by being a contributing inventor on patents.

Safety & Compliance:

• Participate in and contribute to conference or journal publications.

• Perform all activities in a safe and responsible manner.

• Support all Environmental, Health, Safety & Security requirements.

Other Responsibilities: 

• Perform all activities in a safe and responsible manner and support all Environmental, Health, Safety & Security requirements and programs.

What you need:

• Master’s or Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical / Electronics / Mechanical / Mechatronics / Microelectronics Engineering

• 5 to 8 years of relevant experience in wafer fabrication industry

• Good interpersonal and communication skills

• Good analytical and project management skills

• Organized and systematic in problem solving, familiar with SPC, DOE & FMEA