University of Arkansas · 2 days ago
MUSiC Epi Process Engineer III
Fayetteville
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$131K/yr - $131K/yr
15+ years expThe University of Arkansas is a top research institution dedicated to education and innovation. They are seeking a MUSiC Epi Process Engineer III responsible for creating and integrating processes in the Multi-User Silicon Carbide Research and Fabrication Facility, focusing on high-purity epitaxial layer growth on SiC wafers.
E-LearningEducationHigher Education
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
The MUSiC Epi Process Engineer III will be primarily responsible for the creation of processes and integration of those processes into the Multi-User Silicon Carbide Research and Fabrication Facility (MUSiC Fab) at the University of Arkansas
It supports research intended to develop low volume production and R&D prototyping for purposes of advancing the state of the art as well as being compatible with the needs of industrial advancement in the field
This is a multidisciplinary position that covers several processing modules and must work with other functional areas such as design, integration, and product development
This position will answer directly to the MUSiC Chief Technology Officer (CTO)
The Epi Process Engineer III requires expertise in growing high-purity epitaxial layers on SiC wafers
The successful candidate will have a minimum of 15 years of progressive, hands-on experience in SiC epitaxial process development and manufacturing, with demonstrated expertise in establishing, stabilizing, and scaling high-purity epitaxial growth processes suitable for advanced power and RF device applications
This job will require the supervision of employees as the MUSiC team grows
Regular, reliable and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others
Qualification
Required
M.S. in Physics, Chemistry, Electrical, Chemical Engineering or related field from an accredited institution of higher education
At least 15 years of semiconductor experience in processing epitaxial growth on SiC and safety procedures experience
Experience identifying and resolving issues using FMEA or 8D
Experience in supervised processes to ensure quality output
U.S. Citizenship required
Ph.D. in Physics, Chemistry, Electrical, Chemical Engineering or related field from an accredited institution of higher education
At least 15 years of industry or academic experience having multi-disciplinary responsibilities in areas such as process integration, process development or laboratory management
Experience in working with all areas of unit processing
Experience working with equipment maintenance and knowledge of the necessary tools such that tools and processes are qualified when in production mode
Benefits
University contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance
Tuition waivers for employees and their families
12 official holidays
Immediate leave accrual
A choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary
Company
University of Arkansas
The University of Arkansas is a public, co-educational research university, providing undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$61.36MKey Investors
Federal Transit AdministrationArkansas department of human servicesArkansas Division of Higher Education
2025-11-20Grant· $13.17M
2025-05-21Grant· $10M
2025-05-05Grant· $1M
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