Engineering Technician 4

LAM RESEARCH Corporation; Livermore (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

LAM RESEARCH Corporation in Livermore, California is looking for a technician in the SEM Lab to support various business groups with rapid data turnarounds. The role involves preparation and imaging of STEM/TEM samples and requires 4+ years of experience with a BS in physical science or equivalent.

The successful candidate will work on a 12-hour compressed schedule, alternating Wednesdays and work every Thursday through Saturday. This position focuses on optimizing workflows and ensuring alignment on lab methodologies while protecting customer materials.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in materials science and analytical techniques.
• Familiarity with semiconductor industry developments.
• Ability to work a shift schedule.

Responsibilities

• Prepare STEM/TEM samples and image using SEM.
• Perform FIB-SEM analysis.
• Optimize workflow for sample throughput.
• Communicate with management for work completion times.

Skills

Operating dual-beam FIB/SEM tools

Technical documentation creation

Spatial awareness for tool operation

Attention to detail

Automated lamella preparation

Education

BS degree in a physical science or specialized AS degree

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

As a technician in the SEM Lab, you will support Lam’s various business groups by providing rapid data turnarounds that enable faster problem resolution for Lam engineering in support of our customers. Productive internal microscopy work not only reduces turnaround times but also lowers costs to Lam compared to outside providers. Productive technicians help win business opportunities while reducing costs for the company—a win‑win!

This is a back‑end day shift position, alternating Wednesdays, every Thursday, Friday, Saturday on a 12‑hr compressed schedule.

What you’ll do

• Preparation of STEM/TEM samples and imaging of samples in Scanning Transmission Electron Microscopy (STEM) using Thermo Fisher Helios systems.


• FIB-SEM analysis.


• Follow lab methodology for STEM sample preparation consistent with quality standards.


• Optimize personal workflow for efficient throughput of samples.


• Communication with lab management to provide work completion time estimates.


• Provide feedback to lab management for continuous improvement opportunities in lab workflows.


• Communicate with team members to ensure alignment on methodologies.


• Protect customer material and IP at all times.

Who we’re looking for

• 4+ years of experience with a BS degree in a physical science, or a specialized AS degree, or equivalent professional training in materials science and analytical techniques.


• Experience operating dual-beam FIB/SEM tools, particularly in the preparation of thin lamellae for STEM or TEM imaging.


• Experience creating and presenting technical documentation.


• Strong spatial awareness for tool operation.


• Attention to detail and ability to work in a high-throughput environment.


• Knowledge of automated lamella preparation and sample imaging.


• Ability to work a shift schedule.

Preferred qualifications

• Familiarity with key developments and materials in the semiconductor industry.


• Experience in customer IP protection and sample handling.

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.