James Gilboy
About James Gilboy
James Gilboy is a Process Engineer specializing in Thin Films, currently working at onsemi since 2022. He has extensive experience in manufacturing engineering, particularly in the production of silicon oxide films, and has held positions at various companies including First Solar and Sol Voltaics AB.
Current Role at Onsemi
James Gilboy serves as a Process Engineer specializing in Thin Films at Onsemi. He has held this position since 2022, contributing to the development and optimization of manufacturing processes for thin films. His work is based in Mountain Top, Pennsylvania, where he applies his extensive knowledge of semiconductor manufacturing to enhance production efficiency.
Previous Experience at First Solar
Prior to joining Onsemi, James Gilboy worked as a Manufacturing Engineer at First Solar from 2019 to 2022. During his three years in the Toledo, Ohio area, he focused on improving manufacturing processes related to solar technology, leveraging his engineering expertise to support production goals.
Research Background at University of Arkansas
James Gilboy began his career as a Research Assistant at the University of Arkansas from 2008 to 2010. His role involved conducting research in the field of microelectronics and photonics, which laid the foundation for his future work in manufacturing engineering.
Educational Qualifications
James Gilboy holds a Master of Science degree in Microelectronics-Photonics from the University of Arkansas, completed between 2008 and 2010. He also earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Applied & Engineering Science from Wilkes University, where he studied from 2004 to 2006. His educational background supports his expertise in semiconductor processes and thin film technologies.
Expertise in Silicon Oxide Films
James Gilboy specializes in the manufacturing engineering processes of doped and undoped silicon oxide films. He utilizes TEOS-based sub-atmospheric chemical vapor deposition techniques, which are essential for producing high-quality thin films in semiconductor applications. His expertise extends to planarizing and conformal films in an 8-inch silicon wafer fabrication facility.