Integration Engineer (52203)

TITLE:                        INTEGRATION ENGINEER FLSA STATUS:          EXEMPT REPORTS TO:          SR. MANAGER, READER INTEGRATION SUMMARY: Under the direction of the Sr. Manager of Reader Integration, the Integration Engineer is responsible for the process integration and characterization of prototype wafers for new technology programs and next generation projects, including performing wafer level process characterization, conducting failure analysis on prototype wafers and recommending corrective action, and reviewing, monitoring, and analyzing backend performance data.  This position is located in Milpitas, California. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Develops and delivers process integration and characterization techniques for new technology programs and next generation products Designs and conducts experiments to verify process robustness; analyzes data, perform FMEA to meet the product requirements. Works on characterization or integration projects of various scope and complexity; ensures they are completed within the established timeframe Conducts failure analysis on newly developed processes and recommends corrective action if necessary Participates in characterization or integration projects of various scope and complexity; ensures they are completed within the established timeframe Performs wafer level process characterization on thin film recording heads using Focused Ion Beam (FIB) tool and CD-SEM to identify defects and provides corrective actions to resolve the issues promptly Reviews and analyzes backend performance data and makes recommendations to improve performance Analyzes data using JMP, MS Visual Basic, or similar software application to determine the root cause of process variations; develops charts or reports and presents findings before groups or teams Responds to inquiries from other team members, managers, or departments Adheres to all safety policies and procedures as required Performs other duties of a similar nature or level*