Why Merit?

At Merit Medical, our mission is to create innovative medical devices that improve lives. Our goal is to hire and develop people who want to build something special through hard work, team effort, and commitment. Together, we are making a difference in the lives of patients around the world.

WORK SHIFT

DAY (United States of America)

SUMMARY OF DUTIES

The senior process engineer oversees all the diffusion, LPCVD deposition, RIE etching, and sputtering processes in the Merit Sensor Wafer Fab. Merit Sensors design and manufacture MEMS piezoresistive pressure sensors on the silicon wafer.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS PERFORMED

1.    Independently evaluates, selects, and applies standard technical techniques, procedures, and criteria, using judgment in making minor adaptations and modifications.
2.    Investigates a moderate number of technical variables in completing assignments that have clear and defined objectives.
3.    Performs work which involves conventional types of plans, investigations, surveys, structures, or equipment with relatively few complex features for which there are precedents.
4.    Works independently on standard projects while assistance is furnished on unusual problems.
5.    Receives instructions on specific assignment objectives, complex features and possible solutions.
6.    May supervise the work of engineers/technicians or others who assist in specific assignments and work jointly with other engineers. 
7.    Performs work of some higher technical level for continuing training purposes.
8.    Works on special projects, writes ECN's, and creates prototypes under broad direction.
9.    May have authority over NCMR’S.
10.    Performs other related duties and tasks as required.

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL/ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS

•    Lifting -- Not to exceed 50 lbs. – local practice may apply.
•    Writing
•    Sitting
•    Standing
•    Bending
•    Visual acuity
•    Color perception
•    Depth perception
•    Reading
•    Field of vision/peripheral
•    Fine motor skills
•    Noise
•    Chemical vapors

SUMMARY OF MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

The following qualifications are required for the position:

A bachelor’s degree in engineering, with a preference for a degree in chemical engineering, although all engineering disciplines are eligible.

Five years of experience in diffusion and LPCVD Nitride and Polysilicon deposition processes.

Three years of experience in RIE and Sputtering processes and understanding of the semiconductor manufacturing process flow.

Experience using metrology tools to measure silicon oxide, silicon nitride, polysilicon, and thin metal film layer thicknesses.

Utilizing SPC to monitor processes and optimize them within control limits and the performance of the equipment.

Acting as an area expert in processes and equipment and working with the maintenance team and vendors to resolve tool issues.

Self-motivated to initiate actions to prevent and resolve process excursions, with the ability to multi-task.

Responsible for continuous improvement projects to improve yield, efficiency, and scrap reduction.

Understanding of DOE, 8D approach, and disposition of non-conformance products.

Experience using statistical software such as JMP, Minitab

Create and revise training and operation documentation, including writing protocols and reports to qualify new processes and training operators and technicians on new and updated process specifications.

COMMENTS

Infectious Control Risk Category II:

The risk category explains whether or not employees are likely to come into contact with blood or body fluids while performing their jobs.  Risk category II states employment and procedures that may require exposure.

As an eligible Merit employee, you can expect the following:

* Multiple Shifts and Hours to choose from: Days, Swing (Eve), and Nights

* Medical/Dental & Other Insurances (eligible the first of month after 30 days)

* Low Cost Onsite Medical Clinic

* Two (2) Onsite Cafeterias

* Employee Garden | Gardening Classes

* 3 Weeks' Vacation | 1 Week Sick-Time | Paid Holidays

* 401K | Health Savings Account

To see more on our culture, go to www.merit.com/careers.

Military Veterans are encouraged to Apply.

Merit is a proud Utah Patriot Partner committed to hiring our Veterans.