Bahi Bahierathan
About Bahi Bahierathan
Bahi Bahierathan is a Senior Process Engineer at Materion Corporation with extensive experience in semiconductor device characterization and quality improvement methodologies. He holds a BS and MS in Physics from the University of Oslo and has worked in various engineering roles at prominent companies including STMicroelectronics and GLOBALFOUNDRIES.
Work at Materion
Bahi Bahierathan has been employed at Materion Corporation as a Senior Process Engineer since 2019. In this role, he applies his extensive knowledge in semiconductor device and material characterization process development. His responsibilities include overseeing process integration and ensuring the reliability of materials used in various applications. His work contributes to the advancement of technologies within the company, particularly in the context of electronic materials.
Previous Experience at STMicroelectronics
Bahi Bahierathan worked at STMicroelectronics from 2000 to 2008, holding two positions. Initially, he served as a Micro Analyst for two years in Ottawa, Canada, where he focused on quality assessment and analysis. He then advanced to the role of Senior Quality Engineer - Technology Assessment in Phoenix, Arizona, for six years. In this capacity, he specialized in electronic and physical failure analysis, reliability, and packaging, enhancing product quality and performance.
Experience at GLOBALFOUNDRIES
From 2015 to 2019, Bahi Bahierathan was employed at GLOBALFOUNDRIES as SMTS Complex Analysis & Yield Enhancement. In this position, he contributed to improving yield rates and analyzing complex semiconductor processes. His expertise in quality improvement methodologies played a significant role in optimizing production processes and ensuring high-quality outputs.
Education and Expertise
Bahi Bahierathan studied at the University of Oslo (UiO), where he earned both a Bachelor of Science and a Master of Science in Physics. His academic background provides a strong foundation for his work in semiconductor technology. He possesses expertise in semiconductor device and material characterization, process development, and integration, which are critical for advancements in the electronics industry.
Certifications and Methodologies
Bahi Bahierathan holds a Six Sigma Green Belt certification, demonstrating his proficiency in quality improvement methodologies. He is skilled in various techniques such as 5S, 8D, Statistical Process Control (SPC), Design of Experiments (DOE), and Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA). Additionally, he is certified as a Quality Auditor and holds ISO/TS 16949 certification, underscoring his commitment to quality management and continuous improvement.