Lead, Applications Engineer, Silicon Carbide Materials

Job Title:  Lead, Applications Engineer, Silicon Carbide Materials Job Description: Here at Entegris, we use advanced science to enable technologies that transform the world, and we are seeking employees who have the drive to continue that mission. The Role:  Our site in Decatur is seeking a Lead, Applications Engineer, Silicon Carbide Materials to join our team. In this role the successful candidate will be responsible for the development, validation, and introduction of graphite and silicon carbide materials into the field of wide bandgap transistor processing.  This will include the introduction of our materials starting with the crystal pulling process and the epitaxial growth process.  The product development effort will include the characterization of various grades of graphite, silicon carbide, and coatings and working with potential customers to validate these materials in their equipment.  What You’ll Do:   Work with potential customers to understand their specific needs, failure modes, and requirements   Work with internal R&D teams on materials development and synthesis  Work to characterize different material grades in application environments  Work with internal FEA modeling team to examine various scenarios with different materials combinations  Manage development schedules and timelines  Develop vendor and partner relationships to incorporate outside technologies into our materials portfolio  Develop scale-up plans upon completion of successful validation  What We Seek:   Master’s degree in Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, or Chemical Engineering with at least 3 years of experience; or a Bachelor’s degree in Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, or Chemical Engineering with at least 5 years of experience; or 10+ years of experience in SiC wafer manufacturing, LED manufacturing, or wide bandgap semiconductor processing 3+ years of experience in Project Management preferred  Ability for occasional travel globally  Outstanding Candidates Will Have:   Materials understanding  Applications knowledge in wide bandgap semiconductor processing, SiC crystal growth (PVT) or Si crystal pulling  Experience with DOE methodologies/tools  Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite  Experience in FEA modeling  Excellent communication skills  Strong organizational, interpersonal, problem solving and analytical skills  Experience in leading a development effort using a stage-gated tracking software  Ability to work on projects in cross-functional manner  Ability to research, identify, and gain access to decision makers, and gain insight through targeted questioning and active listening.    Experience in working in an ISO 9000/14000 environment a plus;  Candidate must have the capacity to comply with the federally mandated requirements of U.S. export control law  What We Offer: Our total rewards package goes above and beyond just a paycheck. Whether you’re looking to build your career, improve your health, or protect your wealth, we offer generous benefits to help you achieve your goals.  Generous 401(K) plan with an impressive employer match  Excellent health, dental and vision insurance packages to fit your needs  Flexible work schedule and 11 paid holidays a year  Paid time off (PTO) policy that empowers you to take the time you need to recharge  Education assistance to support your learning journey  Values Driven culture with colleagues that rally around People, Accountability, Creativity and Excellence  Entegris does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role. Do not apply for this role if you will need Entegris immigration sponsorship (e.g., H1B, TN, STEM OPT, etc.) now or in the future.   At Entegris we are committed to providing equal opportunity to all employees and applicants. Our policy is to recruit, hire, train, and reward employees for their individual abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, marital or military status.