Material Science Specialist
Date: Apr 22, 2026
Location: Hemlock, MI, US, 48626
Company: hemlocksem
At Hemlock Semiconductor (HSC), we transform people’s lives by energizing and connecting our world through silicon technology. Since 1961, HSC has been a leading global provider of hyper-pure polysilicon, and is the only polysilicon manufacturer headquartered in the United States. HSC plays an essential role in the semiconductor and solar industries, with the vision of becoming the preferred supplier of silicon-enabled technologies to the low-carbon, digital world.
Our polysilicon is used to make computer chips – the “brains” behind the electronic devices we rely on to make our lives easier, safer and more enjoyable. HSC is just one of six major manufacturers in the world that makes polysilicon used to create semiconductor wafers. In fact, nearly all electronic devices in the world contain HSC polysilicon.
We’re also moving the world toward a greener future by supplying the rapidly growing solar power industry. HSC is committed to doing good for our local Michigan and global communities, relentlessly improving our operations to remove supply chain carbon emissions. The low embodied greenhouse gas emissions in our polysilicon materials facilitates the production of ultra low-carbon solar panels. These panels allow solar project developers and owners to lower the embodied carbon of their projects by up to 50 percent.
To achieve our goals, we draw on the talents of more than 1,500 employees and contractors. Our employees thrive in a culture that values teamwork, excellence, responsibility and customer focus. We recognize and value the diverse backgrounds and experiences of all of our people working together as One Team. At HSC, you belong to a team that is transforming our world.
Summary
The Material Science Specialist will deliver sustainable, cost reduction, quality enhancement and yield improvement through deep understanding of critical processes and technologies employed in the company in collaboration with Process Engineering and Manufacturing.
Acts in accordance with the S&T Mission:
- We collaboratively listen, observe, and investigate key technologies using analytics to drive decision making with integrity and scientific rigor.
- We drive continuous improvement and create best in class technology exceeding tomorrow's market needs and delivering sustainable business growth for our stakeholders and our customers.
Essential Functions
- Develop scientific expertise and rigorous understanding of causal relationships and their technical foundation for critical steps in the manufacturing process. (CVD, Comminution, Finishing, Automation)
- Understand and have a superior capability in the use of data analytics, data manipulation, and experimental design in the construction of quality technical efforts
- Serve as subject matter experts in order to help in the resolution of current technical challenges and to project these solutions for the future.
- Documentation of the technical issues and solutions in archival form so as to be a definitive source of long term, retrievable knowledge
- Lead small project teams to accomplish project goals
- Serve as a technical project leader for capital projects
- Assist Process Engineering with technology transfer into high volume manufacturing
- Participate on Six Sigma Projects or as a RCI member. Act as technical expert to Manufacturing to address acute and tactical problems
Skills and Behaviors
Education
- Bachelors degree required; Masrers preferred.
Required Work Experience
- 10 years of industrial experience with a Bachelors degree; 5 years with Masters
Physical Requirements
The range for this position is $116,781.00 - $160,573.60 assuming full time status. Starting pay for the successful applicant is dependent on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to market demands, experience, training, and education. The benefits available for this position are dependent on hours worked and may include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, variable bonus, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, and PTO.
HSC is an equal employment opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, status as a qualified individual with a disability, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, ancestry, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.
If you are an individual with a disability and you need an accommodation or other assistance during the application process, please call our Human Resources department at:
989.301.5333
or email your request to
G1HSC-HR@hscpoly.com
All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.
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