Metrology Technician

Overview

Location: Albany, NY |
Category: Engineering |
Posted On: Thu Sep 18 2025

Job Description: Metrology Technician

NY CREATES is seeking applicants for the position of Metrology Technician to work in its 300mm semiconductor development facilities. This candidate will need to lead and contribute to semiconductor hands-on fabrication of process development projects to advance new products from concept phase through manufacturing phase. This position is for an evening shift and the candidate must be willing to work afternoons and evenings during the week.

• Execution of in-line metrology measurements, compiling of data and documentation of findings.
• Development of measurement models; characterization of advanced structures through means such as optical metrology, X-Ray metrology, electron microscopy, and/or hybrid metrologies and analysis of measurement performance, stability, and sources of anomalies.
• Offline measurement techniques may include SEM, TEM prep and FIB.
• Execute project-based tasks that include defect metrology and characterization of materials and films, working side-by-side with a diverse group of engineers.
• Assume ownership and accountability for successful completion of projects and programs.
• Report results; interacting with other engineers in areas of integration, unit process, patterning and test.
• Analytical ability to conduct experiments, analyze problems and recommend solutions.
• Utilize skills and experience to anticipate and solve moderately complex technical problems, troubleshoot tools with vendor support and address inefficiencies.
• Other reasonable duties assigned.

• An associate's degree in an engineering or science related discipline from a college or university accredited by the US Department of Education or internationally recognized accrediting organization OR equivalent experience which includes at least 6+ years of semiconductor industry or research and development experience.
• Working knowledge in one or more metrology tools and process modules required to build advanced CMOS devices; proficiency in computers and IT infrastructure including manufacturing execution system applications, project planning, and forward thinking for contributing to process solutions for test wafer flows and equipment evaluation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work well under pressure and in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to execute a variety of tasks on short notice.
• Knowledge of SiView, MS Office, and semiconductor equipment operation is strongly recommended.
• Must be willing to work either evening or day shifts.

This position is contingent on the satisfactory completion of a background check; this position may require annual background checks.

• A bachelor's degree in engineering or science related discipline from a college or University accredited by the USDOE or internationally recognized accrediting organization.
• 4+ years of experience working in the semiconductor industry as a metrology, FA and/or test technician is highly preferred.
• Working knowledge of Si View
• Fab tool troubleshooting experience
• Familiarity and experience with FEOL, MOL and BEOL applications

Don’t meet every requirement? At NY CREATES we are dedicated to building a welcoming, diverse and inclusive workplace. If you are excited about working for NY CREATES but your experience doesn’t exactly align perfectly with the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway, you might still be a perfect fit or a fit for another role at NY CREATES.

• Medical, Vision, and Dental
• Competitive Pay and PTO
• Flexible Heath Spending and Dependent Care Accounts
• Basic / Optional Life Insurance
• Post-Retirement Health Insurance
• Employer contribution of 7% of earnings to a Basic Retirement plan after meeting one year of service.
• Optional employee contributed retirement account.

Location: 257 Fuller Road, Albany, NY 12203

Salary Range:

Level I $30-$33

Level II $33-$36

* Posted salary rates are determined upon experience and education

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