Intel Foundry- Lithography Scanner Principal Engineer

Intel Corporation; Hillsboro (OR); On-site; USD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock bonuses

Medical plans

401(k) matching

Job summary

Intel Corporation in Hillsboro, Oregon seeks an experienced Principal Engineer to lead lithography scanner technology development for high‑volume manufacturing and next‑generation process technologies. You will guide experiments, optimize scanner performance, and transfer qualified technologies to manufacturing partners using Copy Exactly methodologies.

Responsibilities include mentoring engineers, integrating complex process steps, and driving process co-optimization across flows and overlay

Qualifications

• Hands-on lithography industry experience with current experience in advanced node scanner development.
• Hands-on experience with ASML EUV and DUV scanner platforms.
• Proven ability to troubleshoot process/scanner interactions and delivering scanner overlay improvement.
• Experience with integrated process development to co-optimize process flows and overlay mark design.
• Demonstrated proficiency in Design of Experiments (DOE), Statistical Process Control (SPC), and data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Lead lithography technology development and innovation to enable advanced device architectures and high-volume manufacturing.
• Lead scientific research and technology development to enable the manufacture and realization of advanced device architectures.
• Design, execute, and analyze experiments required to meet engineering and process specifications.
• Contribute to the development of intellectual property and innovative technology solutions.
• Integrate complex process steps required for the manufacture of advanced microprocessors.
• Ramp technologies to manufacturing volumes, demonstrate that performance meets requirements, and transfer qualified technologies to manufacturing partners using Copy Exactly methodology.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to engineers and researchers, fostering continuous learning and technical development.

Skills

Lithography experience

ASML EUV/DUV scanners

DOE & SPC proficiency

Process/scanner troubleshooting

Data analysis

Education

STEM degree + 7–12+ years experience

Job description

ABOUT THE TEAM

The Logic Technology Development (LTD) organization delivers the latest process technology innovations to drive Intel's amazing product roadmap. Look at Life Inside Intel here.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Intel is seeking an experienced Principal Engineer with deep expertise in lithography scanner technology and broad experience in logic technology development, enhancement, and customization. In this role, you will lead scanner technology development and improvement for high-volume manufacturing, with a focus on advancing scanner performance and enabling Intel's next-generation process technologies.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead lithography technology development and innovation to enable advanced device architectures and high-volume manufacturing.
• Lead scientific research and technology development to enable the manufacture and realization of advanced device architectures.
• Design, execute, and analyze experiments required to meet engineering and process specifications.
• Contribute to the development of intellectual property and innovative technology solutions.
• Integrate complex process steps required for the manufacture of advanced microprocessors.
• Ramp technologies to manufacturing volumes, demonstrate that performance meets requirements, and transfer qualified technologies to manufacturing partners using Copy Exactly methodology.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to engineers and researchers, fostering continuous learning and technical development.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Hands-on lithography industry experience with current experience in advanced node scanner development.
• Hands-on experience with ASML EUV and DUV scanner platforms.
• Proven ability to troubleshoot process/scanner interactions and delivering scanner overlay improvement.
• Experience with integrated process development to co-optimize process flows and overlay mark design.
• Demonstrated proficiency in Design of Experiments (DOE), Statistical Process Control (SPC), and data analysis.

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Experience driving integrated process change methodologies based on complex data analysis.
• Direct scanner equipment development experience and vendor engagement.
• Strong capability to troubleshoot complex process and production issues at advanced nodes.
• Deep working knowledge of lithography equipment operation, including automation and process control systems.
• Familiarity with factory automation or manufacturing execution and control systems.

Qualifications

• Degree in Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Physics, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related STEM discipline
• Bachelor's degree with 12+ years, Master's degree with 10+ years, or Ph.D. with 7+ years of experience
• 7+ years of hands-on lithography industry experience.

WHAT WE OFFER

We foster a collaborative, supportive, and exciting environment where the brightest minds in the world come together to achieve exceptional results. We give you opportunities to transform technology and create a better future by delivering products. Intel Corporation Core Values here.

BENEFITS

• excellent medical plans, wellness programs, and amenities, time off, recreational activities, discounts on various products and services, and many more creative perks that make Intel a Great Place to Work.

Job Type

Experienced Hire

Shift

Shift 1 (United States of America)

Primary Location

US, Oregon, Hillsboro

Posting Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance.

Position of Trust

This role is a Position of Trust. Should you accept this position, you must consent to and pass an extended Background Investigation, which includes (subject to country law), extended education, SEC sanctions, and additional criminal and civil checks. For internals, this investigation may or may not be completed prior to starting the position. For additional questions, please contact your Recruiter.

Benefits

We offer a total compensation package that ranks among the best in the industry. It consists of competitive pay, stock bonuses, and benefit programs which in