Manufacturing Operations Technician I, II, III, Senior, Texas Institute for Electronics

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Job Posting Title: Manufacturing Operations Technician I, II, III, Senior, Texas Institute for Electronics ---- Hiring Department: Texas Institute for Electronics ---- Position Open To: All Applicants ---- Weekly Scheduled Hours: 40 ---- FLSA Status: To Be Determined at Offer ---- Earliest Start Date: Ongoing ---- Position Duration: Expected to Continue ---- Location: AUSTIN, TX ---- Job Details: General Notes About Us The  Texas Institute for Electronics (TIE)  is a University of Texas at Austin-supported semiconductor consortium of state and local government, preeminent defense electronics and semiconductor companies, national labs and nationally recognized academic institutions. Our mission is to develop and execute a state-of-the-art 3D Heterogenous Integration manufacturing technology roadmap, and to provide critical pilot manufacturing capabilities to address national security needs and catalyze domestic economic growth.

Join the Texas Institute for Electronics (TIE) and help us push the boundaries in critical semiconductor domains, including advanced packaging, with the aim of reestablishing U.S. prominence in semiconductor manufacturing.

With over $1 billion in funding from the US DoD and the state of Texas, we’re at the forefront of creating cutting-edge semiconductor manufacturing equipment and processes that will set the course for future advancements in semiconductor logic, memory, heterogeneous integration, chip cooling and more. Situated in the heart of Austin — named “America’s Coolest City” by Expedia and “The Best Place to Live in the U.S.” by U.S. News and World Report — the Texas Institute for Electronics embodies the city’s innovative spirit. UT Austin, recognized by Forbes as one of America’s Best Large Employers , provides outstanding employee benefits and total rewards packages that include: • Competitive health benefits (employee premiums covered at 100%, family premiums at 50%) • Voluntary Vision, Dental, Life, and Disability insurance options • Generous paid vacation, sick time, and holidays • Teachers Retirement System of Texas, a defined benefit retirement plan, with 8.25% employer matching funds • Additional Voluntary Retirement Programs: Tax Sheltered Annuity 403(b) and a Deferred Compensation program 457(b) • Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses • Robust free training access through LinkedIn Learning plus professional conference opportunities • Tuition assistance • Expansive employee discount program including athletic tickets • Free access to UT Austin's libraries and museums with staff ID card • Free rides on all UT Shuttle and Austin CapMetro buses with staff ID card • For more details, please see Benefits | Human Resources and UT Austin Employee Experience | Human Resources  and UT Austin Employee Experience | Human Resources

Must be eligible to work in the United States on a full-time basis for any employer without sponsorship.

Purpose The Manufacturing Technician will be responsible for operating, monitoring, and maintaining semiconductor processing equipment; executing standard and experimental process flows; and supporting researchers and engineers in developing, characterizing, and improving novel semiconductor processes and devices.

Responsibilities Technician I: Executes standard wafer processing with minimal supervision. Technician II : Independently operates tools, supports troubleshooting, and assists engineering efforts Technician III : Advanced technical contributor supporting complex processes and toolsets. Senior Technician: Senior-level technical authority providing leadership in FAB operations and R&D execution.

Wafer Processing & Equipment Operation • Operate semiconductor fabrication equipment including photolithography, dry and wet etch, deposition systems (CVD, PVD, ALD), bonding tools, diffusion/implant tools, CMP, electroplating, metrology, and wet clean tools. • Execute process recipes, travelers, and experimental process flows accurately and consistently. • Handle 100mm, 150mm, 200mm, and/or 300mm wafers in compliance with cleanroom and EHS standards.

Research & Development Support • Support experimental runs, prototype builds, and funded research programs. • Collaborate with process engineers and researchers on process development, optimization, and troubleshooting. • Collect process and metrology data and provide structured feedback to engineering teams.

Metrology & Documentation • Perform in-line and end-of-line metrology (film thickness, CD, profilometry, defect inspection). • Accurately document results, deviations, and observations in lab notebooks, MES systems, and databases. • Support data integrity, traceability, and reporting requirements.

Safety, Compliance & Cleanroom Practices • Follow all cleanroom protocols, chemical handling procedures, and EHS requirements. • Support chemical inventory management, waste handling, and safety audits. • Maintain a clean, organized, and compliant work environment.

Operational Support • Assist with material tracking, consumables management, and inventory control. • Support tool scheduling, availability, and daily FAB operations. • Assist with onboarding and training of new users as appropriate to level.

Required Qualifications Manufacturing Operations Technician I • High school diploma or equivalent • Basic computer skills (Excel, Outlook) • Strong attention to detail and ability to follow procedures • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a cleanroom environment

Manufacturing Operations Technician II • 3+ years hands-on semiconductor FAB experience • Experience with at least one 200mm or 300mm tool functional area • Ability to work effectively in a flexible development environment

Manufacturing Operations Technician III • 5+ years hands-on semiconductor FAB experience • Experience with at least two major semiconductor tool functional areas • Strong written and verbal communication skills • Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot, diagnose

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