Shweta Bhandaru

Shweta Bhandaru is a seasoned Process Integration Engineer with a robust background in semiconductor and solar cell technologies. Currently employed at GlobalFoundries since April 2015, Shweta has held several positions, including Principal Etch Process Engineer and Senior Etch Process Engineer. Prior to GlobalFoundries, Shweta was a Graduate Research Assistant at Vanderbilt University, conducting research on the effects of high-energy radiation on silicon and developing innovative solutions for solar cells. Shweta also contributed to the development of CdTe-based solar cells at the University of South Florida. Earlier experience includes serving as an Etch Process Engineer at Qimonda North America Corp., where process monitoring and sustaining of plasma etch processes were key responsibilities. Shweta holds a PhD in Materials Science Engineering from Vanderbilt University, a Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering from The University of Texas at Arlington, and a Bachelor's degree in Electronics and Communications Engineering from Osmania University.