New Product Development Scientist

Here at Entegris, we use advanced science to enable technologies that transform the world, and we are seeking employees who have the drive to continue that mission.

The Role:

Our site in Burnet, TX is seeking a Scientist to join our team. You will be a key player on the dynamic New Product Development team to support multiple projects driving profitable growth in the company’s Deposition and Etch Solutions group. Projects will vary depending on size and scope, requiring flexibility and tailored solutions. This is an entry level role and a great opportunity for a BS degree recent graduate.

The position’s primary directive will be to establish and scale up synthesis & purification processes for advanced deposition materials used in high performance semiconductor products. In addition to building fundamental understanding of product lines, this position will support new product development from concept and feasibility through engineering phase in our new product phase gate process. 

You will be a key player on the New Product Development team along with other skilled scientists and engineers whose objective is to design, develop and scale up processes, sub-components and equipment for the manufacturing team that are used by our customers to build high performance semiconductor products.

What You’ll Do:

• In concert with technical staff, carry out experimentation to develop/scale up synthesis and purification of air- and moisture-sensitive inorganic and organometallic precursors for CVD/ALD applications
• Maintain/own lab equipment required to perform the job (i.e. gloveboxes, fumehoods, glassware etc.)
• Pull chemical samples and submit to the lab for analysis
• Document all experiments, procedures and results thoroughly. Ensure team documents procedures and results thoroughly
• Coordinate and perform post-service exams on returned containers and chemistry on new containers and from delivery rate experiments
• Carry out experiments that build fundamental understanding of new chemistries – materials of compatibility, vapor pressure measurement, boiling points, melting points, thermal stability etc.

What We Seek:

Minimum Qualifications: 

• B.S. in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or similar technical field or related experience is required
• 0-3 years of experience on chemical process development 
• Understanding of synthesis, distillation, or sublimation processes on bench scale up to multiple kilogram scale 
• Accessible by laptop computer and cell phone for occasional use during off hours

Desired Qualifications: 

• Experience with synthesis, distillation, or sublimation fundamentals 
• 0-3 years of experience on CVD precursor development 
• Medium to High volume manufacturing experience 
• A fundamental knowledge of chemistry (reactivity, vapor pressure, material stability, material compatibility, etc.) 
• Handling of air sensitive compounds 
• Experience working with Schlenk line and gloveboxes 
• Mechanical aptitude associated with setup of lab scale and larger equipment 

What We Offer:

At Entegris, we invest in providing opportunity to our employees and promote from within. The new hire in this role will have the potential to grow and create relationships across the organization and be recognized for demonstrated success and adherence to company PACE values.

Our total rewards package goes above and beyond just a paycheck. Whether you’re looking to build your career, improve your health, or protect your wealth, we offer generous benefits to help you achieve your goals.

• Generous 401(K) plan with an impressive employer match
• Excellent health, dental and vision insurance packages to fit your needs
• Flexible work schedule and 11 paid holidays a year
• Paid time off (PTO) policy that empowers you to take the time you need to recharge
• Education assistance to support your learning journey
• Values-driven culture with colleagues that rally around People, Accountability, Creativity and Excellence.

At Entegris we are committed to providing equal opportunity to all employees and applicants. Our policy is to recruit, hire, train, and reward employees for their individual abilities, achievements and experience without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, marital or military status.

Entegris strongly encourages all of its employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19. At Entegris, COVID-19 vaccination is preferred but not required at this time.