Process Engineer – MNF Facility Braga

Process Engineer – MNF Facility

Job Reference:Ref. 30. 25. 4102

Employer: International Iberian Nanotechnology Laboratory (INL)

Location: Braga, Portugal

Group/Unit: Micro and Nanofabrication Facility

Number of Vacancies:1

Employment Type: Full time

Contract Duration:48months

Open Date for Applications:May 27th, 2025

Closing Date for Applications:June 15th, 2025, 23h00m

Key words:#waferprocessing #lithography #micro #nano #fabrication

Overview

The Micro and Nanofabrication Facility is an
- access user facility that provides training and support throughout the development chain in cleanroom processes: device modelling and design, process integration and device fabrication, packaging and testing.

We are looking for a qualified Engineer to reinforce our team and activities within device microfabrication and nanotechnology.

Job Duties

The job duties will be the following:

• Execute advanced processes, inspect, and perform measurements to test different microfabrication processes, recipes, materials, and layouts;
• Responsible for the planning, organising and execution of experiments in INL 200 mm cleanroom;
• Report observations and findings by producing technical and scientific documentation and work planning;
• Support the MNF team on
  - related activities;
• Collaborate with INL Research Groups and international multidisciplinary teams to develop new processes.

MandatoryQualifications

Education

• MSc degree in Materials Science, Physics, Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.

Experience and Technical Skills

• Previous experience in micro and nanofabrication processes (e. g. , physical and chemical vapour deposition, ALD, dry etching techniques, wet etch techniques, electroplating and lithography pattern transfer);
• Strong data analysis skills.

Other Valued Skillsand Education

• Ph
  D in Materials Science, Physics, Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related field;
• Knowledge of metrology and characterisation tools is a plus;
• Familiarity with design of experiments (DOE) methodologies;
• Experience with CAD or simulation tools for process modelling;
• Exposure to cleanroom environments and ISO standards;
• Knowledge of photonic materials.

Personal Skills

• Accurate and organised;
• Dedicated to a high standard of quality and work;
• Strong
  - solving and analytical skills with attention to detail;
• Resilient and ability to work independently;
• Good sense of urgency and the flexibility to take on tasks in function of project needs;
• Adaptability and a proactive approach to learning and technology challenges;
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for effective collaboration.

Our Benefits

• Competitive salary;
• Tax benefits and other Diplomatic privileges;
• Private health insurance;
• Family allowances (according to family situation);
• Free nursery service at INL premises (subject to availability);
• Support for education fees of dependent children;
• Relocation support;
• 30 working days of annual leave.

How to Apply

The application must be in English and include thefollowingmandatory documents:

a)Cover letter

b)Curriculum Vitae

c)Academic and/or Professional diplomas

d)At least one reference letter

Online application instructions:

1. The application is made online by clicking the “Apply” button;
2. The candidate must complete all required sections of the online application form;
3. The candidate must submit the mandatory documents mentioned above inpdf format by including them in the “Additional files” section using the “Add portfolio” button.

Important note:

Incomplete applications including the failure to provide mandatory documents or providing inaccurate information will result in the application not being considered.

How the Selection Process works

A. Applications eligibility check

This stage will be carried out on the basis of the mandatory requirements, education, experience and technical skills defined for the job, as well as the validation of the mandatory documents. Only candidates who meet the eligibility criteria will move forward to the next stage.

B. CV Assessment

The Selection Committee will evaluate the eligible applications based on their CV and other submitted documents and the suitability for the position. The best ranked candidates will be shortlisted for the interview stage(s).

C. Interview(s)

The interview(s) may be done in different formats:video recording, online or onsite.

The question based interview will evaluate the match between the candidate’s profile and the requirements for the position, including the technical and personal skills. To better support this stage, the candidate may be requested to prepare a short presentation.

D. Nomination

The selected candidate will be nominated and formally offered the position, including the disclosure of the contractual conditions.

Additional Information

Application feedback

We highly value your interest in becoming part of the INL experience and it is important for us to maintain good communications with all candidates. No matter the outcome of your application, we will always provide you with feedback.

Equal Opportunity and Non-Discrimination Principle

INL follows a
- discrimination and equal access principle, wherefore no candidate can be privileged, benefited, impaired or deprived of any rights whatsoever, or be exempt of and duties based on any possible discriminatory issues.

The advertisement deadline may be extended at any time without previous notice in order to improve the suitability and effectiveness of the recruitment process.

About INL

The International Iberian Nanotechnology Laboratory – INL (http://www.inl. int), is the first and only Intergovernmental Organisation in the world entirely focused on Nanoscience and Nanotechnology.

It was founded under an international legal framework to perform interdisciplinary research, deploy and communicate nanotechnology for the benefit of society. INL aims to be a recognised leading global nanotechnology innovation hub.