Overlay Metrology Engineer

IBM

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Work type: On-site
Location: Albany, NY
Posted: 18 days ago

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The Overlay Metrology Engineer role at the semiconductor division involves monitoring and analyzing key performance indicators for overlay metrology operations, providing real-time support to resolve issues, and driving continuous improvement in measurement robustness. This senior-level position requires hands-on experience with KLA tools and expertise in designing overlay marks and KERF structures compatible with advanced device architectures. The engineer will collaborate closely with process owners and lithography teams to ensure alignment with technology roadmaps for next-generation nodes. Key responsibilities include evaluating new tool capabilities, performing detailed data analysis, and contributing to automation and infrastructure upgrades. Essential skills encompass proficiency in data analysis, working knowledge of overlay infrastructure software such as 5DA, Ovalis, KT-Analyzer, and MTD, and a background in the microelectronics or semiconductor industry.

Skills

KLA Overlay mark design KERF development Image‑Based overlay targets SEM‑Based overlay targets Diffraction‑Based overlay targets Run‑to‑run control software Line control software 5DA Ovalis KT‑Analyzer Metrology Target Designer (MTD) Data analysis Technical presentations Microelectronics industry experience

What you'll do

Monitor and analyze overlay KPIs daily to identify trends and root causes.
Provide real-time support for overlay metrology operations, addressing spec violations and tool issues.
Drive continuous improvement of overlay measurement robustness across different methodologies.
Design and optimize overlay marks and KERF structures for advanced device architectures.
Create and maintain overlay measurement recipes in collaboration with technicians.
Evaluate new tool capabilities through vendor interactions and define areas of collaboration.
Perform detailed data analysis and communicate findings to cross-functional engineering teams.

What we're looking for

Hands-on experience with KLA overlay metrology tools for at least 2 years.
Extensive background in microelectronics/semiconductor industry (4+ years).
Proficiency in data analysis and presenting technical findings (2+ years).
Expert knowledge of overlay infrastructure and software platforms (4+ years).
Experience in designing overlay marks and KERF structures for advanced targets.

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