Oliver Whear

Director of Semiconductor Technology
RENA Technologies

Biography

Oliver Whear is an 11 year industry veteran working at several points in FEOL manufacturing on metrology, deposition and wet process. He started as an applications scientist before moving in to project management and his current role as Director of Semiconductor Technology at RENA Technologies. Oliver is an expert at developing new manufacturing technologies based on challenges foreseen by industrial roadmaps and market strategy.

  • Master of Science by research, Physics – University of York
  • Committee Member – Semiconductor Standards (EPL/47)
  • Member – Compound Semiconductor Materials Work Group
  • 11 years of industry experience in FEOL manufacturing on metrology, deposition and wet process of advanced 300mm logic, 300mm memory, 2D materials and compound semiconductors.
  • Former Product Manager at AIXTRON SE in MOCVD solutions for 2D Materials including graphene, boron nitride and transition metal dichalcogenides. + Former Product Manager at Bruker for HRXRD solutions of Compound Semiconductors.
  • Expert at developing new manufacturing technologies based on challenges foreseen by industrial roadmaps and market strategy

Company Profile

RENA Technologies

Founded in 1993, RENA Technologies has established itself as a global leader in mechanical and process engineering, for a diverse range of industries. We specialize in providing cutting-edge wet processing solutions for the semiconductor, solar, additive manufacturing, glass, and medtech industries.
A key area of expertise is wet chemical immersion, spray and single wafer processes for the manufacturing of semiconductors. With over 1,100 systems installed worldwide, our technology is trusted by manufacturers around the globe to enhance efficiency and production quality.
RENA Technologies employs approximately 1,000 professionals worldwide, all dedicated to innovation and excellence in our field. Headquartered in Gütenbach, Germany, and manufacturing sites in Albany, OR and Wykroty, Poland, we continue to drive advancements in process engineering, ensuring our customers receive the highest quality solutions for their manufacturing needs.
On top we provide worldwide onsite service support with over 150 Experts in 20 locations globally to ensure flawless installation and operation of our tools.

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