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Wafer Fab Integration Engineering Technician (Weekday Day Shift)

Nokia
San Jose, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 9/19/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/2/2026
Job Description

Job Summary

Nokia’s Photonic Integrated Circuit (PIC) wafer fabs in Sunnyvale and San Jose focus on the production and R&D of advanced Indium Phosphide (InP) semiconductor devices. As a Wafer Fab Integration Engineering Technician, you will play a critical role in supporting wafer fabrication processes, improving product quality, and reducing defects.

This position offers the opportunity to work closely with cross-functional engineering teams to troubleshoot complex process issues, enhance yield and reliability, and contribute to the ramp-up of a high-volume manufacturing facility in San Jose. You will be part of a collaborative environment that emphasizes teamwork, continuous learning, and cutting-edge semiconductor innovation.

How You Will Contribute And What You Will Learn

Key Responsibilities

  • Investigate root causes for production lots placed on hold and drive corrective actions
  • Troubleshoot performance issues and yield excursions within the wafer fabrication process
  • Support engineering tool qualifications and process validations
  • Assist engineers with failure analysis, including:
  • Visual inspections
  • CD-SEM measurements
  • Electrical IV testing
  • Profilometry depth measurements
  • Utilize Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) to:
  • Collect and track data
  • Perform basic data analysis
  • Generate reports (e.g., PowerPoint presentations)
  • Monitor Statistical Process Control (SPC) charts and provide first-level response to out-of-control conditions
  • Coordinate and track qualification and development lots across fabrication, assembly, and test operations
  • Ensure compliance with PIC product quality systems and standards
  • Support next-generation PIC platform development, including technology transfer and production ramp
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve process integration, yield, and device performance

Work Schedule: Weekday day shift — Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and every other Thursday from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM

Key Skills And Experience

Minimum Qualifications & Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Science, Engineering, or a related technical field
  • Minimum of 3 years of experience in a modern semiconductor fabrication environment (5 years preferred)
  • Strong attention to detail with a high commitment to quality
  • Demonstrated problem-solving skills and ability to follow through on tasks
  • Self-motivated, with a willingness to learn and expand technical skills
  • Strong sense of ownership and accountability
  • Effective team player with strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize work, and meet deadlines
  • Proficiency in using computer systems and software tools for data analysis and reporting

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience with Indium Phosphide (InP) or Gallium Arsenide (GaAs) semiconductor processes
  • Familiarity with wafer fab processes such as photolithography, etch, deposition, and CVD

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