Why Redlen Technologies?
Redlen Technologies is a pioneering company that has revolutionized the semiconductor crystal growth and fabrication process.
At Redlen Technologies, innovation is at the heart of everything we do. Our founder's visionary work with the Canadian Space Agency laid the foundation for our groundbreaking Cadmium Zinc Telluride (CZT) sensors, revolutionizing medical imaging, security imaging, and non-destructive testing. We are driving a quantum leap forward in medical CT scanners, elevating diagnostic accuracy while reducing radiation dose– a technological feat that has earned us global recognition. With a commitment to excellence, we have earned the trust of Fortune 500 industry customers, leading to our acquisition by Canon Inc. for $430M– a testament to our industry leadership.
With over 200 dedicated professionals, we take pride in fostering a work environment where Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) professionals thrive. As an equal opportunity employer we demonstrate that diversity drives innovation, and we are passionate about building a future where every employee contributes to our mission-driven success. Redlen's teams, mirroring the multifaceted diversity of Canadian society, exemplify our commitment to leveraging a wide range of ideas and backgrounds as a driving force for innovation, business excellence, and pioneering advancements in STEM.
The Manufacturing Department ensures that Redlen’s production processes run efficiently and consistently at scale. The team focuses on throughput, equipment reliability, and process discipline to meet delivery targets without compromising quality. By driving continuous improvement and implementing best practices, Manufacturing supports Redlen’s ability to deliver high performance products on time and at volume.
The Associate Yield Engineer will be responsible for promptly identifying and addressing yield deviations in production. This role is crucial in ensuring that product yields are at or above period targets to meet company goals. In the event of a yield baseline deviation, the Associate Yield Engineer will support first-level containment measures and root cause investigations to prevent recurrence. In addition, this role will support the championing of process improvement initiatives to improve inline detection, reduce variability, and support continuous improvement.
The nature of this role requires on site presence.
Key Responsibilities
Yield Monitoring & Escalation
- Monitor and analyze yield trends daily for sensors and modules across Redlen’s product lines
- Detect and escalate yield deviations in a timely manner
Failure Analysis & Root Cause
- Conduct failure analysis studies on non conformant material
- Support root cause investigations in collaboration with cross-functional teams
- Work with Product Test Engineers in root cause investigations for test failures in production
Cross Functional Collaboration & Improvement
- Collaborate with internal teams (Product Test, Reliability), representing Yield Engineering and ensuring Yield requirements are incorporated into performance driven specifications for mechanical defects
- Support development of inline and end-of-line product screening strategies for yield enhancement
- Collaborate with Process Engineering, R&D, Product Test Engineers, and Equipment Engineering teams to support the scaleup of new products for manufacturing
Other
- Other duties as assigned, as related to the role
Requirements
Experience
- Strong problem solving and data analysis skills
- Root cause analysis: familiarity with tools such as 5 Whys, Fishbone/Ishikawa diagrams, and Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA)
- Experience handling, modeling, and visualizing scientific data
- Ability to complete hands-on experiments as part of failure analysis responsibilities
- Knowledge of semiconductor fabrication processes such as passivation, lithography, and metallization
- Experience visualizing statistical and scientific data using tools such as Tableau or JMP
- 1+ years of experience in manufacturing
Skills and Competencies
- Highly innovative and collaborative, thriving in a team environment while remaining self-directed and taking ownership of results
- Excellent oral and written communication skills in English
- Strong project and time management abilities
- Outstanding interpersonal skills with the ability to work independently
- Demonstrates a positive attitude, self motivation and commitment to continuous improvement
- Design of Experiments (DOE) for process optimization and troubleshooting complex issues
- Documentation and reporting skills, including clear technical writing and the ability to produce structured reports and dashboards for internal stakeholders
Education
- Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Electrical or Computer Engineering, Engineering Physics, or a related field
Salary Range: $73,000 - $82,000 CAD
At Redlen, we prioritize clarity in our hiring process. The salary range posted above reflects the minimum and maximum for new hire salaries, taking into account factors such as job-related skills and expertise, relevant training and education, and business needs. It is common for ranges to span multiple levels in order to attract top talent across experience levels. It is uncommon to be hired at the top of the range; however, in exceptional cases where a candidate's skills and expertise significantly exceed the role's requirements, we may consider offering a higher salary. If you believe your skill set falls outside this range and you’re interested in exploring opportunities with Redlen, please reach out to our People & Culture Team (T.A. Specialists or Business Partners), specifying how your expertise aligns with our teams, so we can collaborate on potential opportunities. We believe in developing those that demonstrate quality performance and promise.
Total Rewards and Benefits
- Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
- RRSP retirement plan with employer match component.
- Professional development opportunities.
- Generous paid time off and holidays.
- Vibrant and inclusive workplace culture.
