Frontend Process Integration Principal Engineer

Kulim, Kedah, MalaysiaOSRAM OS Penang

What we expect

  • Process Integration representative for frontend LED manufacturing processes: defining and owning functional blocks of overall process, understand interactions, process windows/requirements and ensure that all unit process steps combined deliver a robust and high yielding product
  • Introduction of new technologies/platforms/products into production, act as bridge between unit process development, chip development and the factory´s process engineering, owner of control plan
  • Ensure robust process development, design for manufacturability, fit to factory capabilities / platforms, bring mass production experience into the development process, Early involvement from R&D start to define development needs/do&don’t for manufacturing
  • Clearly understand tool capabilities and influence tool roadmap as required for future technologies, achieve desired capex utilization and specified target cost goal
  • Make sure to identify and monitor critical parameters (special characteristics), ensure smooth ramp-up; update control plans
  • Technical Ownership for site to site technology / product transfers, ensure site synchronization including proper change management
  • Supervise and monitor manufacturing of the process technology in close teamwork with process engineering and quality assurance
  • Improve yields, cost (e.g simplify process), process robustness based on inputs / requirements from yield enhancement / product owners / manufacturing / QA
  • Excursion management, root cause finding, process problems solving in close teamwork with different departments (e.g. manufacturing, process development, QA, FA, product engineering, chip RnD, Test)
  • Take process ownership at customer audits and for control plan related reporting to key customers

Who we are looking for

  • Bachelor or Master degree in engineering or relevant field.
  • Extensive experience in various semiconductor manufacturing environments, particularly in wafer fabs. Broad knowledge of different production technologies and cross-functional integration across various departments
  • Expertise in managing complex projects within multiple areas, such as process development, yield enhancement, and equipment optimization. Ability to drive process improvement initiatives, troubleshoot issues across various functional domains like photolithography, etching, and chemical processes
  • Leadership of diverse teams, from engineering to production staff, fostering collaboration across departments to achieve high performance and operational excellence. Proven ability to mentor, guide, and lead teams through process transitions, upgrades, and efficiency improvements
  • Experience working across global sites and coordinating cross-cultural teams, such as managing operations between locations like Malaysia and Europe. Strong understanding of global semiconductor standards and the ability to integrate international best practices into local operations
  • In-depth understanding of semiconductor process integration, LED wafer fabrication will be added advantage, and related technologies. Strong grasp of materials science, device physics, and advanced manufacturing techniques for yield improvement and process optimization
  • Highly organized and analytical, with expertise in statistical process control (SPC), design of experiments (DOE), and problem-solving methodologies such as Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing. Capable of systematically addressing process inefficiencies and quality issues
  • Proficient in using advanced data analytics tools, process simulation software, and manufacturing execution systems (MES). Familiar with automation systems and the integration of IT solutions for real-time monitoring and optimization of fab operations.
  • Fluency in English is essential, with proficiency in Malay
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to lead cross-functional teams, foster collaboration, and manage stakeholder relationships across different cultural backgrounds. Effective in conflict resolution and team motivation.
  • Adaptability to technological advancements and market changes, as well as a commitment to continuous learning and professional development. A strategic thinker with a focus on innovation and sustainability in semiconductor manufacturing processes
ams OSRAM is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Diversity, equity and inclusion is strongly established in our corporate culture and we firmly believe it makes us more successful as a company. All qualified applications will receive consideration for employment regardless of ethnic, national or social origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, color, religion, age, physical and mental abilities.

Contact

Shin Yih Cheah will be happy to answer any questions you may have.


E-Mail: shin-yih.cheah@ams-osram.com

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Job details

Posting date:2025/03/20
Experience level:Experienced Professional (>8 Years)
Type of contract:Permanent
Employment type: Full-time
Work Model:On site
Business unit:Opto Semiconductors (OS)
Organization:OSRAM OS Penang
Job field:Manufacturing
Job ID:20544

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What we offer

Coaching

Opportunity for coaching, mentoring and networking

Opportunity for coaching, mentoring and networking

Training offers

Training opportunities & structured onboarding and development planning

Training opportunities & structured onboarding and development planning

Various career paths

Key expert, management & project management

Key expert, management & project management

Health

Health and prevention program

Health and prevention program

Pension plan

Employer-funded company pension plan

Employer-funded company pension plan

Bonus

Performance bonus

Performance bonus

Social counseling

Social counseling and company doctor

Social counseling and company doctor

Sports programs

Various sports programs

Various sports programs

Continued payment of remuneration

Continued payment of remuneration in the event of illness

Continued payment of remuneration in the event of illness

Direct insurance

Private insurance offers

Private insurance offers

Where you can find us

Our site in Kulim

OSRAM OS Penang

9090 Kulim, Kedah

Malaysia

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The ams OSRAM culture focuses on variety and innovation.

A more than motivating working atmosphere, combined with attractive training opportunities and performance-oriented compensation encourage our employees’ actions and promote their entrepreneurial spirit. An agile mindset, trust and integrity – for us at ams OSRAM, these values are not just empty promises, but an integral part of our corporate culture that we live every day. In fact, these are the key prerequisites for employees to fulfill even the highest requirements. Learn more about what you can expect from us!

Bringing intelligence to light and passion to innovation


The ams OSRAM Group is a global leader in intelligent sensors and emitters. By adding intelligence to light and passion to innovation, we enrich peoples' lives. Our around 20,000 employees worldwide focus on innovation across sensing, illumination and visualization to make journeys safer, medical diagnoses more accurate and daily moments in communication a richer experience

The ams OSRAM Opto Semiconductors business offers high-performance opto semiconductor components and in-depth support for state-of-the-art system solutions based on innovative semiconductor light sources. The Business Unit can look back on almost fifty years of production and development expertise.

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