Job Description
Epitaxy Process Senior Staff Engineer (Data/ System)
Kulim, Malaysia


The ams OSRAM Group is a global leader in innovative light and sensor solutions. As a specialist in Digital Photonics, we combine technological excellence with state-of-the-art global manufacturing capabilities to offer our customers the broadest portfolio of digital emitter and sensor technologies. 
Globally, our teams develop groundbreaking solutions aligned with societal megatrends like intelligent mobility, artificial intelligence, augmented reality, smart health, and robotics. 
At ams OSRAM, employees are part of a highly innovative, international technology environment. Diverse teams, a high degree of ownership, and exciting challenges provide the opportunity to grow, develop, and make a real difference. Because behind our innovations are people who carry something special inside and who bring their unique strengths to work every day. 

Show the world what you are made of.

Your new responsibilities

  • Responsible for the process of  MOCVD thin film epitaxy growth, assures the operability and operational goals by sustaining and continuous improving the processes . Key KPIs include epitaxy layer performance, cost, yield, CpK, other process related KPI.
  • Full responsibility of MOCVD thin film epitaxy growth process, inclusive of define DoE within process window, implement process control. Actively liaise with production, process integration and other functional team to ensure smooth operation and meeting process KPIs. Work closely with equipment team in perform troubleshooting of the epitaxy tool software and hardware part with application of in-situ measurement systems (Deflectometer/Real Temp).
  • Ensure process meeting required quality & standard; maintain/ update process documentation, including work instructions, control plans, material specifications, FMEA, SPACE etc. in accordance to ISO 14001 and IATF standard.
  • Lead problem solving or troubleshooting - able to perform data mining with statistical tools eg. Minitab, JMP and able to use various methodology tools alike IS/IS-NOT, WHY-WHY… etc; in root-cause investigation. Able to implement effective preventive & corrective action (poka-yoke, lean concept).
  • Understanding of material characterization (PL, XRD, Defect density, 4-point probe, SIMS, SEM/TEM etc.) and the application for epitaxy process output. Makes necessary adjustments to the growth machine recipes to maintain growth parameters within the specified limits.
  • Yield Monitoring and Improvement by performing and reporting failure analysis for all the process and equipment 
    related defect using statistical tools,  leading to process characterization and improved process stability, throughput, quality and yields.
  • Design, implement and maintain the complex data landscape for Epitaxy operations to ensure high data integrity, accurate tracking and seamless system integration
  • Act as the primary technical interface between Epitaxy Engineering/Operation and IT system owners for epitaxy-related applications and software tools. Develop and establish 1st-level troubleshooting guides to empower 24x7 shift operations. Acts as the 2nd/3rd level technical escalation point to resolve complex system-related issues
  • Conduct complex data analysis to identify critical KPIV, derive new data parameters for KPOV monitoring and continuous process improvement. Provide analysis outcomes and support technical owners on solution setup.


What we look for



Please contact Shin Yih Cheah for further information via SHIN-YIH.CHEAH@AMS-OSRAM.COM.

ams OSRAM is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Diversity, equity and inclusion is strongly established in our corporate culture and we firmly believe it makes us more successful as a company. All qualified applications will receive consideration for employment regardless of ethnic, national or social origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, color, religion, age, physical and mental abilities.
Information at a Glance
Job ID:  24486
Posting Start Date:  10/15/26
Job Family:  Operations & Manufacturing
Career Level:  Experienced Professional (>8 years)
Company:  OSRAM OS Penang
Schedules:  Full Time
Work Model:  On-Site
Job Shift:  Flex time
Regular/Temporary:  Regular
Department:  OS Operations Module 1 Process-Nitride

Application deadline: As long as the job is listed on our career page, we are looking for suitable candidates. We look forward to receiving your application.