Wolfspeed

Wolfspeed is a leading innovator in wide-bandgap semiconductor technology, specializing in silicon carbide (SiC) and gallium nitride (GaN) power and RF solutions. Formerly Cree Inc., Wolfspeed focuses on power electronics and radio-frequency (RF) applications, enabling higher efficiency, performance, and durability in industries such as electric vehicles (EVs), renewable energy, telecommunications, and aerospace. By pioneering advancements in SiC wafer production and high-power semiconductor devices, Wolfspeed plays a crucial role in accelerating the transition to more efficient and sustainable energy solutions worldwide. Their power devices include Power Modules, Discrete MOSFET's, and Schottky Diodes.

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Junior Engineer | SiC Epitaxy Division| Wolfspeed

Summer 2024, Academic Year 2024-2025 (Present)

During my time in the SiC epitaxy wafering division, I was responsible for managing the qualification of several product-specific recipes using FTIR (Fourier Transform Infrared) spectroscopy tools within a Class 100 cleanroom enviroment. This involved ensuring the recipes met stringent quality and performance standards by analyzing material properties and process outcomes. I also contributed to the development of innovative solutions to address varying metrology challenges, optimizing measurement techniques and troubleshooting complex issues to improve precision and consistency in the wafering process. These efforts were integral to advancing product quality and supporting the continuous improvement of manufacturing processes.

Worked on precision measurements tool calibration for FTIR tools
Operated in Class 100 Cleanrooms
Managed quality control processes and reports
Provided technical support for product SiC Epitaxy engineering teams
Develop and validate new epitaxy recipes to meet product-specific requirements
Create custom data analysis code to facilitate repetative GRR reports
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve metrology issues

Junior Engineer | Wafering Division | Wolfspeed

Summer 2023, Academic Year 2023-2024

During my first intersnhip at Wolfspeed I began as a junior engineer in the Wafering Division, working on process imporvment, cost reduction, and failure analysis. I learned preliminary data analysis and general engineering practices while learning to operate wafer cutting tools, high powered metrology microscopes, and various other machinery.

Performed failure analysis on Disco Kabra tools to pinpoint process issues
Contributed to various projects aimed at increasing tool uptime and increasing yield
Collaborated on day to day process engineering tasks to keep the tools running
Utilized X-ray diffraction techniques for crystal boule analysis