Entry-Level MOCVD Engineer — Epitaxial Growth

APPLIED OPTOELECTRONICS INC; Sugar Land (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation package

Immigration sponsorships

Generous PTO

401(k) matching

Job summary

Applied Optoelectronics, Inc. in Sugar Land, TX is seeking an entry-level MOCVD Engineer to support operation and optimization of MOCVD equipment used in compound semiconductor fabrication.

This role offers hands-on experience in epitaxial growth, process characterization, and collaboration with experienced engineers to drive yield and quality improvements. Recent graduates with related coursework and internship experience are encouraged to apply; on-site position with relocation assistance.

Qualifications

• 0–2 years of relevant experience in semiconductor manufacturing, research, internships, co-ops or university lab work.
• Fresh graduates with relevant coursework and hands-on lab or research experience are encouraged to apply.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Physics, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Semiconductor Engineering, or related field.
• Experience with commercial MOCVD equipment for semiconductor epitaxial growth.
• Coursework or lab experience in semiconductor materials and devices, compound semiconductors, thin-film deposition, epitaxy, crystal growth, or semiconductor fabrication.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the operation of MOCVD systems for epitaxial growth of compound semiconductor materials.
• Monitor growth runs and collect process and characterization data.
• Document growth parameters, characterization results, and production records.
• Support quality control activities, yield monitoring, and data analysis.
• Assist in troubleshooting basic process and equipment issues under guidance of senior engineers.
• Support routine maintenance and preventive maintenance on MOCVD equipment.
• Follow SOPs and MOCVD safety protocols, including handling of hazardous materials and gases.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance process consistency, quality, and equipment performance.
• Prepare technical reports and maintain engineering documentation.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, process engineering, and quality teams to support production objectives.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Communication skills

Learning agility

Education

Physics degree

Materials Science degree

Chemical Engineering degree

Electrical Engineering degree

Semiconductor Engineering degree

Job description

Applied Optoelectronics, Inc. in Sugar Land, TX is seeking an entry-level MOCVD Engineer to support operation and optimization of MOCVD equipment used in compound semiconductor fabrication.

This role offers hands-on experience in epitaxial growth, process characterization, and collaboration with experienced engineers to drive yield and quality improvements. Recent graduates with related coursework and internship experience are encouraged to apply; on-site position with relocation assistance.