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

Technician I: Executes standard wafer processing with minimal supervision.Technician II: Independently operates tools, supports troubleshooting, and assists engineering effortsTechnician III: Advanced technical contributor supporting complex processes and toolsets.Senior Technician: Senior-level technical authority providing leadership in FAB operations and RandD execution.Wafer Processing and Equipment OperationOperate 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 and Development SupportSupport 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 and DocumentationPerform 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 and Cleanroom PracticesFollow 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 SupportAssist 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.