Metallization Process Engineer – Copper Plating

Syenta; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Early‑stage equity opportunities

401(k) and other benefits

Health, dental, and vision coverage

Professional Growth

Team Events

Work‑Life Balance

15 days PTO and 10 days sick leave

Job summary

Syenta is seeking a Process Engineer (Metallization) to develop and optimize its core LEM metallization processes. This hands‑on role bridges R&D, process engineering, and early manufacturing, owning experiments and translating learnings into robust workflows.

You will work with cross‑functional teams to advance prototype systems toward scalable production. The ideal candidate has 5+ years in electroplating or electrochemical development, strong copper plating experience, and a background in

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on experience in electroplating or electrochemical process development.
• Strong experience with copper electroplating or similar metal deposition systems.
• Background in semiconductor manufacturing, advanced packaging, or related high‑precision industries.
• Proven ability to solve complex process and defect‑related challenges.
• Strong experimental design (DOE), data analysis, and problem‑solving capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Electroplating process ownership: develop and optimize coatings within the LEM platform.
• Design and execute DOE studies across chemical and process variables to improve yield.
• Define deposition windows balancing performance, repeatability, and manufacturability.
• Investigate defects such as voids, seams, roughness, and non‑uniformity; implement corrective actions.
• Scale lab processes to manufacturing and support transfer to pilot lines.

Skills

DOE design

Electroplating

Data analysis

Experiment design

Cleanroom experience

Education

B.S./M.S./Ph.D. in Chemistry / Electrochemistry / Materials Science / Chemical Engineering

Tools

SEM

Profilometry

Electrical testing

Job description

Syenta is seeking a Process Engineer (Metallization) to develop and optimize its core LEM metallization processes. This hands‑on role bridges R&D, process engineering, and early manufacturing, owning experiments and translating learnings into robust workflows.

You will work with cross‑functional teams to advance prototype systems toward scalable production. The ideal candidate has 5+ years in electroplating or electrochemical development, strong copper plating experience, and a background in