Nethmini Ariyarathna
Materials Chemist | Nanomaterials & Surface Science | Semiconductor Manufacturing
- Role
- Module Development Engineer at Intel
- Location
- Dallas, TX, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Nethmini Ariyarathna
Ph.D. engineer in semiconductor process engineering, nanofabrication, and materials…
Experience
Module Development Engineer
Jan 2025 — Present · Hillsboro, OR, US
Developed process and equipment for Intel’s 18A node, leading wet etch tool ownership, qualification, defect reduction, and long-term stability evaluations.• Conducted root cause investigations on excursion events and chemical-material interactions to improve yield and reduce cost, earning recognition from senior leadership.• Applied statistical methods (SPC, DOE, JMP) to test and validate materials process controls.• Collaborated with failure analysis, metrology, and integration teams to resolve yield excursions using BKMs.• Managed tool uptime by directly working with field service engineers and technicians to support tool installs, qualifications, and maintenance escalations.• Worked with integration and development teams to drive continuous process improvements, reduce defectivity, and enhance manufacturability for volume production.
Education
Southern Methodist University
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD
2021 — 2024
University of Peradeniya
Bachelor's degree
2015 — 2019
Sam Houston State University
Master's degree
2019 — 2021
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