Western Digital
Data Storage
WaferPhotolithographyProcessDevelopmentTechnician
“Wafer Photolithography Process Development Technician at Western Digital. Skills: Wafer Photolithography Process Development, Photolithography Tool Operation, Wafer Processing, Equipment Troubleshooting, Cleanroom Environment Operation. Support HAMR Photolithography Process Development. Ensure high-quality wafer processing through precise execution of lithography steps”
What You'll Achieve.
Ensure high-quality wafer processing; Develop photo process for advanced HAMR products; Support process improvement initiatives; Support process development and optimization
Industry & Context.
Equipment troubleshooting; Assist with root-cause analysis for yield excursions or equipment faults; Troubleshoot process deviations; Implement corrective actions
Ability to work 12‑hour shifts, nights, weekends, or rotating schedules as required, Comfortable working with chemicals and wearing full cleanroom PPE for extended periods
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Experience working in a wafer fab, cleanroom, or other high‑precision manufacturing environment, Familiarity with photolithography processes, including resist coating, alignment, exposure, and development, Ability to read and follow detailed SOPs, work instructions, and process documentation, attention to detail and ability to perform repetitive tasks with high accuracy, Basic understanding of mechanical, electrical, or chemical systems, Comfortable working with chemicals and wearing full cleanroom PPE for extended periods, Ability to work 12‑hour shifts, nights, weekends, or rotating schedules as required
Nice to Have
Hands‑on experience with tools from ASML, Nikon, Canon, TEL, SUSS, or similar equipment vendors, Knowledge of photoresists, developers, and lithography chemistry, Experience with metrology tools such as CD‑SEM, AFM, or optical inspection systems, Basic data analysis skills (Excel, SPC charts, yield tracking), troubleshooting skills and ability to identify process or equipment deviations, Prior experience in high‑volume manufacturing (HVM) or advanced node lithography
What You'll Do.
Support HAMR Photolithography Process Development
Ensure high-quality wafer processing through precise execution of lithography steps
Operate photolithography tools
Perform wafer coating
and development steps
Inspect wafers using microscopes and metrology tools
Monitor equipment performance
Follow detailed standard operating procedures
Maintain accurate production logs and documentation
and other chemicals safely
Maintain cleanroom discipline
Track and manage wafer lot identification
Participate in process characterization activities and design of experiments (DOE)
Support equipment qualification and validation activities
Collaborate with process engineers and cross-functional teams to troubleshoot process deviations and implement corrective actions
Maintain detailed equipment logs
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Works closely with development engineering, process, and maintenance teams; Escalate issues to engineering or maintenance teams; Collaborate with process engineers and cross-functional teams
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