Dry Etch Engineering Manager

Prosum; Newport Beach (CA); On-site; USD 185,000 - 205,000; Full time

Job summary

Prosum is seeking an experienced Dry Etch Engineering Manager to lead process engineering in a high-volume wafer fabrication environment. You will manage engineers and technicians focused on process stability, yield improvement, and manufacturing efficiency, driving new technologies from concept to production.

The ideal candidate has deep dry etch expertise, semiconductor manufacturing leadership, and a track record of improving quality and capacity.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of engineering leadership in a semiconductor wafer fabrication facility.
• Hands-on knowledge of AMAT, Lam Research, and Tokyo Electron equipment.
• Strong understanding of dry etch processes and process-control methods.
• Experience with CMOS/RF manufacturing and device yield relationships.
• Proven track record in DOE, data analysis, and process optimization.

Responsibilities

• Lead, develop, and mentor process engineers and technicians to meet performance goals.
• Oversee process control, sustaining engineering, and continuous improvement in dry etch.
• Drive process optimization, yield improvement, and manufacturing efficiency projects.
• Lead root-cause analysis and implement corrective actions.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, equipment engineering, process integration, and R&D teams.
• Evaluate and qualify new equipment and process capabilities.
• Develop process specifications for emerging technologies and transitions to production.
• Analyze data to identify opportunities for improved performance and consistency.
• Share best practices across locations and provide technical leadership.

Skills

Dry etch processing

Engineering leadership

Root-cause analysis

DOE & statistics

Cross-functional leadership

Tools

AMAT equipment

Lam Research equipment

TEL equipment

Job description

A leading semiconductor manufacturer is seeking an experienced Dry Etch Engineering Manager to lead process engineering activities within a high-volume wafer fabrication environment. This individual will oversee a team of engineers and technicians responsible for process stability, yield enhancement, manufacturing efficiency, and the introduction of new technologies.

The ideal candidate brings strong technical expertise in dry etch processing, proven leadership experience in semiconductor manufacturing, and the ability to drive improvements in quality, capacity, and operational performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, develop, and mentor process engineers and technicians, establishing performance expectations and supporting professional growth.
• Oversee process control, sustaining engineering, and continuous improvement initiatives within the dry etch operation.
• Drive process optimization, yield improvement, cost reduction, and manufacturing efficiency projects.
• Investigate complex process and equipment-related issues, lead root-cause analysis, and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Work closely with manufacturing operations, equipment engineering, process integration, and R&D teams to meet production targets and product quality requirements.
• Evaluate and qualify new equipment, toolsets, and process capabilities to support manufacturing flexibility and future capacity needs.
• Develop process specifications for emerging technologies, characterize new processes, and facilitate their transition into production.
• Assess equipment and technology requirements, build technical justifications, and support the implementation of new manufacturing tools.
• Analyze process data and experimental results to identify opportunities for improved performance and consistency.
• Collaborate with engineering teams across multiple locations to share best practices and implement process improvements.
• Serve as a technical leader for the department, providing guidance on troubleshooting, risk assessment, and complex engineering decisions.
• Promote a collaborative, accountable, and results-driven work environment.

Required Qualifications

• Strong technical understanding of semiconductor dry etch processes, including underlying principles, materials, applications, and process-control methods.
• At least 3 years of engineering leadership experience in a semiconductor wafer fabrication facility.
• Hands-on knowledge of dry etch equipment and processes associated with Applied Materials (AMAT), Lam Research (LAM), and/or Tokyo Electron (TEL).
• Familiarity with advanced CMOS and RF semiconductor manufacturing processes, including the relationship between process performance and device yield.
• Demonstrated success leading engineering teams and resolving complex manufacturing or process challenges.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and root-cause investigation skills.
• Experience with Design of Experiments (DOE), statistical analysis, and data-driven process optimization.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and team leadership abilities.
• Ability to manage competing priorities, assess technical risks, and deliver results in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with PROMIS manufacturing work-in-process (WIP) management systems.
• Experience using JMP statistical analysis software.
• Experience supporting process qualification, equipment implementation, and technology transfer initiatives.

Pay Range: $185,000 - $205,000 annual salary