Manufacturing Process Development Engineer-Wafer Cleaving Operation

Lumentum Operations LLC; Greensboro (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 166,000; Full time

Job summary

Lumentum is seeking an experienced Process Engineer to lead the processing of singulation and facet preparation for edge emitting laser components. You will sustain existing processes and develop new methods for emerging technologies, working from wafer singulation to facet coating preparation with a focus on process control and quality.

You will analyze yield, defects, and reliability issues using JMP/Excel/SQL/Python, drive continuous improvements, and collaborate with cross-functional teams

Qualifications

• B.S. or M.S. in Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or related discipline.
• 5+ years of industrial experience supporting semiconductor or advanced manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

• Wafer singulation: Process development for wafer cleaving operation.
• Own and sustain processing of thinned wafers through the singulation and facet coating preparation.
• Establish and maintain processes, specifications, SPC controls, FMEAs and OCAPs.
• Facet Processing: Develop and sustain pick and place processes and equipment.
• Develop and sustain bar stacking/unstacking to and from fixtures for facet processing.
• Manufacturing Support & Yield Improvement: Provide real-time engineering support for thinning operations in high-volume manufacturing.
• Lead response to process excursions, tool issues, and product at-risk situations using structured problem-solving methods.
• Investigate yield losses, defects, and reliability issues and implement corrective and preventative actions.

Skills

Semiconductor process engineering

Process development

SPC/DOE/statistical analysis

Problem solving

Effective communication

Data tools experience

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Materials Science, Mechanical, Electrical or related

Tools

JMP

Excel

SQL

Python

Job description

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing! We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business. If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us! We are seeking an experienced Process Engineer to lead processing of singulation and facet preparation on edge emitting laser components through the back end of line. This role will both sustain existing processes and develop processes for new technologies.

Role and Responsibilities:

• Wafer singulation: Process development for wafer cleaving operation
• Own and sustain processing of thinned wafers through the singulation and facet coating preparation
• Establish and maintain processes, specifications, SPC controls, FMEAs and OCAPs
• Facet Processing: Develop and sustain pick and place processes and equipment
• Develop and sustain bar stacking/unstacking to and from fixtures for facet processing
• Manufacturing Support & Yield Improvement: Provide real-time engineering support for thinning operations in high-volume manufacturing
• Lead response to process excursions, tool issues, and product at-risk situations using structured problem-solving methods
• Investigate yield losses, defects, and reliability issues and implement corrective and preventative actions
• Utilize SPC, DOE, and statistical analysis tools to identify root causes and improvement opportunities

Required Qualifications:

• B.S. or M.S. in Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or related discipline
• 5+ years of industrial experience supporting semiconductor or advanced manufacturing processes

Preferred Experience & Skills:

• Experience in semiconductor wafer fabrication
• Experience with wafer die singulation
• Experience with pick and place equipment and die handling practices
• Familiarity with automation and advanced process control
• Proficiency with JMP, Excel, SQL, Python, or similar data tools
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including technical documentation

Salary Range:

The salary range for this position is $89,650 - $166,000USD. Final compensation will be determined based on factors such as experience, skills, and qualifications.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Lumentum is illuminating the networks of tomorrow with advanced photonic technologies that enable AI, data centers, telecom, industrial, and sensing applications. As AI accelerates the global demand for bandwidth and energy efficiency, we deliver the building blocks that keep data moving reliably, efficiently, and at massive scale. Our optical products support AI and compute infrastructure, cloud and DCI environments, metro and long-haul networks, while our lasers drive breakthroughs in precision manufacturing and sensing. For nearly five decades, Lumentum has been at the intersection of light and innovation. What began as a vision with JDS Uniphase to harness the power of photonics has evolved into a global force driving the communication infrastructure of tomorrow. At Lumentum, we're building more than a business-we're building a team of passionate innovators whose drive to collaborate, create, and connect the world fuels everything we do. We are part of the AI technology revolution and we are illuminating the path forward. Headquartered in San Jose, California, we operate worldwide through a network of R&D, manufacturing, and sales locations.