Nexperia

Manufactures discrete semiconductors, logic devices, MOSFETs

BEOL Process Development Engineer

Process EngineeringConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeHamburg, GermanyNo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

A Master of Science or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, or a related field.
3–10+ years of experience in semiconductor process development with a focus on back-end-of-line processes.
Strong understanding of semiconductor manufacturing processes and industry standards, including deposition, etch, lithography, and metrology.
Strong understanding of back-end-of-line reliability physics, including electromigration, stress migration, and time-dependent dielectric breakdown.
Hands-on experience developing back-end-of-line processes, including metallization, dielectrics, etch, and chemical mechanical planarization.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Experience with automotive qualification, including AEC-Q100.
Knowledge of low-k integration and advanced back-end-of-line processes.
Cross-functional teamwork and communication skills.
Ability to take initiative and drive results.
Strong time management skills to enable on-time project delivery.

Responsibilities

Develop and optimize back-end-of-line processes, including metallization, tungsten vias, dielectrics, chemical mechanical planarization, and passivation.
Define process flows across deposition, etch, clean, and planarization steps.
Perform reliability qualification in collaboration with the reliability team.
Analyze failures using scanning electron microscopy, transmission electron microscopy, focused ion beam, and electrical test structures.
Conduct design of experiments and statistical analysis to improve yield and robustness.
Collaborate with design teams to define application specifications, design rules, and layout guidelines.
Support technology roadmap and scaling activities.
Transfer processes to manufacturing and support yield ramp.

About the role

The BEOL Process Development Engineer (m/f/d) is responsible for the development, optimization, and qualification of Back-End-Of-Line (BEOL) processes. This includes metallization, via integration, dielectric processes, and CMP, ensuring high performance, yield, and reliability, especially for automotive and high-reliability applications.

What you will do

Develop and optimize BEOL processes including metallization, tungsten vias, dielectrics, CMP, passivation
Define process flows across deposition, etch, clean, and planarization steps
Perform reliability qualification in collaboration with reliability team
Analyze failures using SEM, TEM, FIB, and electrical test structures
Conduct DOE and statistical analysis to improve yield and robustness
Collaborate with design teams to define application specification, design rules, layout guidelines and etc.
Support technology roadmap and scaling activities
Transfer processes to manufacturing and support yield ramp

What you will need

MSc or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, or related field
3–10+ years experience in semiconductor process development with focus on BEOL
Strong understanding of semiconductor manufacturing processes and industry standards including deposition, etch, lithography and metrology
Strong understanding of BEOL reliability physics (EM, SM, TDDB)
Hands-on experience developing BEOL (metallization, dielectrics, etch, CMP)
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Experience with automotive qualification (AEC-Q100)
Knowledge of low-k integration and advanced BEOL
Cross-functional teamwork and communication
Ability to take the initiative and drive for results
Strong time management skills that enable on-time project delivery

D&I Statement

As an equal-opportunity employer, Nexperia values diversity not just because it is the right thing to do but because diverse teams perform better. We are dedicated to being inclusive, and a proof point of this dedication is that we were the main partner of the very first Dutch Paralympic Team NL House during the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games. Our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible to all, and we consider all applicants fairly, as well as providing a safe work environment and reasonable adjustments where requested.

In addition, we offer our colleagues the possibility to join employee resource groups such as the Pride Network Group or global and local Women's groups. Nexperia is committed to increasing women in management positions to 30% by 2030.

About the Company

Nexperia

Manufactures discrete semiconductors, logic devices, MOSFETs

Nexperia operates as a global supplier of semiconductor components, focusing on discrete semiconductors, logic devices, and MOSFETs. It serves automotive and industrial customers, providing parts that help electronic systems manage power, process signals, and protect data. The company designs, manufactures, and distributes these high-performance components, which are used in applications such as power management, autonomous driving, and data protection. Compared with competitors, Nexperia emphasizes reliability, quality, and targeted expertise in automotive and industrial markets, supported by ongoing improvement and product development. Its goal is to maintain leadership in supplying essential semiconductor parts that enable safer, more efficient, and more capable electronic systems.

Company size: 1,001-5,000
Company stage: Acquired
Total funding: $880M
Headquarters: Nijmegen, Netherlands
Founded: 1953

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