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Defect Management Process Engineer

United Microelectronics Corporation (Singapore Branch)

D18 Pasir Ris, TampinesPermanentS$4,400 – S$6,000/mo

Posted 23 Jun 2026

About this role

Job Overview Do you enjoy solving riddles and have an inquisitive mind? Are you passionate about finding the source of a manufacturing process issue that causes a wafer yield breakthrough? UMC is looking for a Defect Management (DM) Process Engineer to drive for Process Stability in defect reduction activities. You can pursue your passion in semiconductors engineering by utilizing cutting-edge and intelligent operating systems to assist with data analytics and inspection sampling strategy while staying under cycle time constraints. You will work closely with product and process owners to create and manage projects that address wafer and line yield issues. Responsibilities Day to Day monitoring and ownership to timely address in-line defect abnormality escalation, handling and disposition Render support in Production ramp-up, New process implementation and process characterization for project success Evaluate and implement productivity projects for DM Production, Tool and Cost index improvement Define and deploy inspection tool recipes BKM to ensure detection capability Assist in Customer audits on inspection strategy deployment and execution Perform baseline defect improvement Qualifications Possess at least a Bachelor's Degree in Electronic Engineering , Electrical Electronic Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering and Physics Able to think critically with strong investigating skills Possess good communication skills Possess good time management skills as well as a strong sense of commitment Prior leadership or competition experience in school activities will be an advantage Candidates with at least 2 years of relevant prior working experience

What they're looking for

Materials ScienceSamplingPhysicsElectrical

About United Microelectronics Corporation (Singapore Branch)

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Frequently asked questions

What does a Defect Management Process Engineer at United Microelectronics Corporation (Singapore Branch) do?

Job Overview Do you enjoy solving riddles and have an inquisitive mind? Are you passionate about finding the source of a manufacturing process issue that causes a wafer yield breakthrough? UMC is looking for a Defect Management (DM) Process Engineer to drive for Process Stability in defect reduction…

What skills does this Defect Management Process Engineer role need?

Key skills for this role include Materials Science, Sampling, Physics, Electrical.

How much does a Defect Management Process Engineer at United Microelectronics Corporation (Singapore Branch) pay?

This role lists a salary of S$4,400 – S$6,000 per month.

Is this Defect Management Process Engineer role remote, hybrid, or on-site?

The listing is based in D18 Pasir Ris, Tampines. Check the posting for remote or hybrid options.

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