Process Development Senior Engineer (Lithography)

OSRAM Opto Semiconductors (Malaysia) Sdn. Bhd., Penang; Kulim; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

ams OSRAM is seeking a Process Development Senior Engineer (Lithography) to lead and transfer lithography processes for chip development projects in Kulim, Malaysia. This role requires hands-on leadership of process development, experimental design, and close collaboration with R&D, manufacturing, and equipment teams to ensure robust production release.

You will drive cross-functional activities, maintain clear technical documentation, and mentor junior engineers while delivering on timelines

Qualifications

• Experience in lithography processes and semiconductor environments.
• Strong project management, planning, and execution skills.
• Ability to design experiments, analyze results, and document clearly.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop lithography processes for product development projects.
• Manage own process projects with clear timelines and concise technical reports.
• Oversee tool selection, process optimization, and production release of new processes.
• Collaborate with Process and Production departments on improvement activities.
• Involve in new product introductions to ensure smooth ramp-up and mask/reticle design ownership.
• Act as interface between Process RnD Regensburg and Litho Process experts.

Skills

Lithography

Process development

Project management

Team collaboration

Analytical thinking

Strong communication

Education

BSc/PhD in Engineering

Job description

Career Opportunities: Process Development Senior Engineer (Lithography) (24717)

Requisition ID24717-Posted11/05/2026

The ams OSRAM Group is a global leader in innovative light and sensor solutions. As a specialist in Digital Photonics, we combine technological excellence with state-of-the-art global manufacturing capabilities to offer our customers the broadest portfolio of digital emitter and sensor technologies. Globally, our teams develop groundbreaking solutions aligned with societal megatrends like intelligent mobility, artificial intelligence, augmented reality, smart health, and robotics.

At ams OSRAM, employees are part of a highly innovative, international technology environment. Diverse teams, a high degree of ownership, and exciting challenges provide the opportunity to grow, develop, and make a real difference. Because behind our innovations are people who carry something special inside and who bring their unique strengths to work every day.

Show the world what you are made of.

Your new responsibilities

• Lead and Develop (or transfer from Regensburg) Lithography Processes to support the Product (Chip) Development projects.
• Manage own process projects independently and work on project closure as per timeline planned effectively, well-designed experiments and write clear, concise technical reports documenting the results.
• Key task is the lead development team of new processes, from tool selection via process otimization to production release of new processes. Strong understanding of the interactions between process and hardwareis required. Cost optimization projects by process improvement, material saving are part of the function as well. Work closely with
• Process and Production department on improvement activities and drive for further improvements.
• Deep involvement on new product introduction to ensure smooth transition & ramp up of new products. Take responsibility on Mask/ reticle design.
• Key interface between Process RnD Regensburg for new processes and technologies, be the expert for Litho Process, have a detailled market overview.
• Work on Collaboration and Standardization.

What we look for

• B.Sc, Ph.D B.Engineering, Physics, Material Science, Optoelectronics, Electrical Engineering or similar field.
• At least 3-5 years or more of experience in Lithography process.
• Strong Process technical knowledge and project managemment skills. Good interpersonal skills, responsible, accountable, initiative, & able handle stress.
• Several years working experience in an industrial environment like semiconductor industries, in the area of Litho Processs, leading experience is required.
• Technical/physical/ Material Science/ Optical Understanding of Litho Process and knowledge in relevant analytical methods.
• Strong knowledge in usage of semiconductor materials.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work in a team, analytical thinking and creativity.