About Global Foundries

GlobalFoundries is a leading full-service semiconductor foundry providing a unique combination of design, development, and fabrication services to some of the world’s most inspired technology companies. With a global manufacturing footprint spanning three continents, GlobalFoundries makes possible the technologies and systems that transform industries and give customers the power to shape their markets. For more information, visit www.gf.com.

Introduction

As a Sr Frame Engineer, you will perform engineering design and development through the creation and evaluation of mock‑ups, models, and prototypes. The role focuses on analyzing and reporting prototype and trial results to support technical problem solving, feasibility assessment, and design for ease of manufacture, while ensuring compliance with organizational protocols, quality standards, and regulatory requirements. The position also oversees trial coordination, data management, and related activities to ensure the smooth execution and progress of engineering studies.

Your job

• Perform the development and validation of mock-ups, models, and prototypes for frame, tooling, or equipment-related design concepts supporting wafer fab manufacturing processes.

• Drive prototype testing and evaluations within the fab or engineering lab environment; analyze, compile, and report results to support advanced problem finding, debugging, feasibility assessment, and design for manufacturability.

• Provide technical leadership in identifying mechanical, structural, or process‑integration risks impacting equipment performance, yield, reliability, or operational efficiency.

• Define, establish, and approve engineering trial procedures in compliance with fab protocols, equipment standards, EHS requirements, and applicable regulatory guidelines.

• Ensure accurate maintenance, review, and governance of trial data, engineering records, and quality documentation in alignment with wafer fab quality systems and change control processes.

• Oversee and coordinate engineering trials, tool qualifications, and data management activities to ensure smooth execution, minimal fab impact, and timely study completion.

• Collaborate closely with process, equipment, manufacturing, quality, and facilities teams; provide technical guidance and mentoring to junior engineers and technicians.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or higher

• Min 3 years of experience in wafer fab manufacturing or relevant industries

• Strong expertise in design for manufacturability, feasibility analysis, equipment qualification, and engineering problem resolution in high‑volume manufacturing environments.

• Knowledge of wafer fab quality systems, regulatory compliance, and trial governance.

• Ability to lead technical initiatives, manage complex engineering trials, manage stakeholders, and support continuous improvement within a fab environment.

Global Foundries is an equal opportunity employer, cultivating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We believe having a multicultural workplace enhances productivity, efficiency and innovation whilst our employees feel truly respected, valued and heard.

As an affirmative employer, all qualified applicants are considered for employment regardless of age, ethnicity, marital status, citizenship, race, religion, political affiliation, gender, sexual orientation and medical and/or physical abilities.

All offers of employment with Global Foundries are conditioned upon the successful completion of background checks, medical screenings as applicable and subject to the respective local laws and regulations.

Information about our benefits you can find here: https://gf.com/about-us/careers/opportunities-asia