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Defect Reduction Engineer at Intel Corporation · Katori

Job Details:

Job Description:

Defect Reduction Engineers are responsible for the development and sustaining of integrated defect monitors in Intel's semiconductor processes. Integrated defect monitors are a key component of delivering world class yields for our customers.

As part of your role, you will work in the Defect Metrology area as part of a team of layer owners. In this role, key responsibilities include:

Own multiple integrated monitors.

Develop solutions to problems utilizing statistical knowledge and problem-solving tools as well as developing strategies to prevent the recurrence of the problem in future.

Troubleshooting complex issues, developing scalable solutions, and implementing strategies to prevent recurrence.

Continuously improve tool performance and optimize recipes through sustaining and innovation activities.

Lead continuous improvement initiatives with your team organization which will improve the operational performance of the area.

Qualifications:

Minimum Requirements

Level 8 (NFQ) degree or higher in Science or Engineering (e.g., Physics, Chemistry, Materials Science, Electrical/Mechanical/Chemical Engineering, Mechatronics, Biomedical Engineering, Nanotechnology, Mathematics, or related field)

4+ years of experience in an engineering environment

Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with ability to work independently and take ownership

Proven data analysis skills, including statistical analysis and visualization (e.g., JMP or similar tools)

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Ability to work effectively in cross‑functional and multicultural teams

Preferred Requirements

Experience in semiconductor, pharmaceutical, biomedical, medical device, or advanced manufacturing environments

High attention to detail and strong adherence to procedures

Good planning and organizational skills

Requirements listed would be obtained through a combination of industry relevant job experience / research. Knowledge of processes such as diffusion, etching, plating, lithography, and thin film deposition in semiconductor fab manufacturing operations would be an advantage.

Job Type:

Experienced Hire

Shift:

Shift 1 (Ireland)

Primary Location:

Ireland, Leixlip

Additional Locations:

Business group:

Intel Foundry strives to make every facet of semiconductor manufacturing state-of-the-art while delighting our customers -- from delivering cutting-edge silicon process and packaging technology leadership for the AI era, enabling our customers to design leadership products, global manufacturing scale and supply chain, through the continuous yield improvements to advanced packaging all the way to final test and assembly. We ensure our foundry customers' products receive our utmost focus in terms of service, technology enablement and capacity commitments. Employees in the Foundry Technology Manufacturing are part of a worldwide factory network that designs, develops, manufactures, and assembly/test packages the compute devices to improve the lives of every person on Earth.

Posting Statement:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance.

Position of Trust

N/A

EU Salary

We offer a total compensation package that ranks among the best in the industry.

Annual Salary Range for this job which could be performed in Ireland is: ‏59,200.00 € - ‏111,300.00 €

The compensation range displayed in this posting reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation for this position. Within this range, individual pay is determined by job related skills, experience, and relevant education, training. As part of our total compensation approach, the final offer may include additional pay components and benefits. Your recruiting team will share the confirmed base salary along with any applicable total compensation elements upon employment offer delivery.

Work Model for this Role

This role will require an on-site presence. * Job posting details (such as work model, location or time type) are subject to change.

Defect Reduction Engineer