Engineering Technician 3

LAM RESEARCH Corporation; Tualatin (OR); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Hybrid work models

On-site Flex and Virtual Flex options

Job summary

LAM RESEARCH Corporation in Tualatin, Oregon, is looking for an Engineering Technician to support lab operations. Key responsibilities include performing software upgrades, troubleshooting issues, and ensuring tools remain operational.

The ideal candidate has 2-4 years of experience, effective communication skills, and basic computer proficiency. An associate degree in a technical field is preferred. Lam values diversity and offers a hybrid work model combining on-site and remote work.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of related experience.
• Experience in lab environments, software support, or testing.
• Exposure to semiconductor equipment is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform software upgrades by following procedures and predefined checklists.
• Execute test plans defined for feature functionality and capture results.
• Troubleshoot problems, collect data, and work towards recovering the tools.
• Collaborate with development and support engineers.
• Document observations, submit problem reports and maintain data.
• Help ensure lab tools remain operational.

Skills

Software installation, maintenance and troubleshooting

Effective written and verbal communication skills in English

Basic proficiency with computer systems and Microsoft Office

Education

Associate degree or technical certificate in a technical field

Job description

The group you’ll be a part of

In the Global Products Group, we are dedicated to excellence in the design and engineering of Lam's etch and deposition products. We drive innovation to ensure our cutting‑edge solutions are helping to solve the biggest challenges in the semiconductor industry.

The impact you’ll make

At Lam, as an Engineering Technician, you play a crucial role in supporting the lab with activities including software upgrades, issue troubleshooting, tool recovery and testing of new features. You will help to ensure lab tools remain operational, issues are identified early and accurate data is captured for further analysis. Your work contributes to improved software quality and reduced risk before customer deployment.

What you’ll do

• Perform SW upgrades by following procedures and predefined checklists
• Execute test plans defined for feature functionality and capture results
• Troubleshoot problems, collect data and work towards recovering the tools
• Collaborate with development and support engineers to help fix software problems reported on the tools
• Document observations, submit problem reports and maintain data for further analysis

Who we’re looking for

• 2-4 years of related experience
• Experience with software installation, maintenance and troubleshooting
• Effective written and verbal communication skills in English
• Basic proficiency with computer systems and Microsoft Office applications
• Ability to work a shift schedule to support lab

Preferred qualifications

• Associate degree, technical certificate, diploma or higher in a technical field.
• Experience in lab environments, software support, or testing.
• Exposure to semiconductor equipment is a plus.

Our commitment

We believe it is important for every person to feel valued, included, and empowered to achieve their full potential. By bringing unique individuals and viewpoints together, we achieve extraordinary results.

Lam Research ("Lam" or the "Company") is an equal opportunity employer. Lam is committed to and reaffirms support of equal opportunity in employment and non‑discrimination in employment policies, practices and procedures on the basis of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, or military and veteran status or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. It is the Company's intention to comply with all applicable laws and regulations. Company policy prohibits unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees.

Lam offers a variety of work location models based on the needs of each role. Our hybrid roles combine the benefits of on‑site collaboration with colleagues and the flexibility to work remotely and fall into two categories – On‑site Flex and Virtual Flex. ‘On‑site Flex’ you’ll work 3+ days per week on‑site at a Lam or customer/supplier location, with the opportunity to work remotely for the balance of the week. ‘Virtual Flex’ you’ll work 1‑2 days per week on‑site at a Lam or customer/supplier location, and remotely the rest of the time.

Our Perks and Benefits

At Lam, our people make amazing things possible. That’s why we invest in you throughout the phases of your life with a comprehensive set of outstanding benefits.