Process Engineer (Intern)

Job Summary

A Process Engineer Intern supports the Process Engineering team in optimizing and improving manufacturing cleaning processes. The intern will gain hands-on exposure to WDMCL, SMD, PSC, Cassette Washer, OSA, or Auto Titrator operations, assisting engineers with yield, cost, quality, and pph improvement activities. This role provides foundational experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment and develops technical competencies under the guidance of senior engineers. The assigned scope may be adjusted depending on the organization's business needs.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist in cleaning process improvement activities for WDMCL, SMD, PSC, Cassette Washer, or Auto Titrator for existing and new products.
• Support data monitoring, collection and analysis for media cleaning cost reduction projects.
• Support Failure Mode Effect Analysis (FMEA) activities by collecting data and updating records.
• Participate in daily yield improvement meetings, weekly Cleaning Virtual Global Con calls and weekly Asia Cleaning Team Activities progress updates.
• Assist engineers in troubleshooting process issues and performing root cause analysis, while following all safety and heath guidelines.
• Support cross-functional coordination with FA, Contamination, NPI, and Development teams as assigned.
• Help maintain and organize process-related data, reports, and records.
• Conduct basic technical sharing sessions on assigned cleaning process topics.
• Support ISO compliance activities as directed by the engineering team.

REQUIRED:

• Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Material Science, Material Engineering, Physics, or a related field.

PREFERRED:

• Basic knowledge of wet cleaning processes, chemical handling, or semiconductor/media manufacturing is an added advantage.
• Prior laboratory or clean room experience is a plus.

SKILLS

• Communication Skills – Ability to convey ideas clearly, both verbally and in writing, at a basic professional level.
• Willingness to Learn – Eagerness to acquire new technical knowledge and apply it in a manufacturing setting.
• Teamwork and Collaboration – Comfortable working with different people and contributing in cross-functional team settings.
• Adaptability and Flexibility – Open to learning new tools, technologies, and processes in a fast-paced environment.
• Work Ethic and Responsibility – Dependable, punctual, and takes ownership of assigned tasks.

Analytical Thinking – Ability to interpret data and identify patterns with guidance from senior engineers

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