As a Metal Process Engineer in STMicroelectronics' Power Front-End Technology R&D;, you will help shape next-generation metal processing and materials solutions. You will work with senior researchers and cross-functional teams to develop, optimize, and transfer processes, driving innovation in advanced manufacturing. You'll investigate processing–microstructure relationships and contribute to R&D; projects focused on new materials.

This role offers hands-on experimentation, analysis, and technical communication in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment.

Support development and optimization of metal processing technologies

Design and execute experiments, including DOE

Collect, analyze and interpret experimental data

Perform materials characterization and relate processing to microstructure & properties

Assist root cause analysis of material/process issues

Participate in R&D; projects on new materials and manufacturing processes

Review literature and contribute to technical reports and project reviews

Collaborate with process engineers, product developers, manufacturing and quality teams





Support prototype builds and technology demonstrations

Participate in knowledge sharing and continuous improvement initiatives

Master's Degree in Materials Science and Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Physics or related disciplines

Knowledge of physical metallurgy and materials science fundamentals

Familiarity with metal processing technologies and manufacturing principles

Experience with materials characterization techniques

Statistical data analysis and experimental methodology

Thermodynamics, kinetics and phase transformations

Mechanical properties and microstructure characterization

Basic data analysis tools (Excel, MATLAB, JMP, Python, or equivalent)

Hands-on research or lab experience

Knowledge of Metallography, SEM/EDS, XRD, mechanical testing, surface characterization

Experience with DOE and scientific writing/presentations

Basic understanding of semiconductor, electronics, automotive, aerospace or advanced manufacturing applications

📌 Metal process engineer (Palermo)
🏢 Experteer Italy
📍 Palermo