Unit Process Engineer

Job Description

Job Title: Unit Process Engineer – CMP and Wets. Location: Albany, New York, United States

IBM is looking for a Unit Process Engineer to support semiconductor process development at Albany Nanotech; You will work with cutting-edge 300mm semiconductor tools in areas such as CMP (Chemical Mechanical Polishing) & wet etching/cleaning, supporting the next generation of quantum and AI hardware.

Responsibilities:

• Maintain and qualify 300mm process equipment used in CMP and wet process areas.
• Monitor and troubleshoot tool performance using web-based SPC charts, SiView, and contamination analysis tools.
• Design and run experiments (DOEs) to assess and expand process windows;
• Collaborate with integration, equipment, and material teams to develop and implement new processes.
• Stay current with semiconductor and process innovations, especially in quantum and AI-related fields.
• Contribute to intellectual property development through invention and patent submissions.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in a science or engineering discipline;
• Minimum 1 year of experience with semiconductor process equipment
• Strong communication, presentation, and project management skills

Preferred:

• MS or PhD in a related engineering or science field
• Deep knowledge of CMP and wet processing techniques;
• Familiarity with analytical tools and materials characterization techniques

Equal Opportunity Statement: IBM is an equal opportunity employer; All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, gender, identity, orientation, age, or background. IBM complies with all fair employment practices related to citizenship and immigration status.