MOCVD Engineer

Applied Optoelectronics, Inc.; Sugar Land (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible health plans

Employer 401(k) matching

Generous PTO policy

Relocation package available

Immigration sponsorships

Job summary

A leading semiconductor company in Sugar Land, Texas, is seeking an experienced professional to operate metal organic chemical vapor deposition (MOCVD) equipment for semiconductor fabrication. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's in Physics or related engineering field and relevant experience in MOCVD processes. Responsibilities include epitaxial growth, troubleshooting, and documentation. This on-site role offers competitive salary and generous benefits, including flexible health plans and relocation assistance.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2+ years for MS and 5+ years for bachelor of work experience is required.
• Familiar with MOCVD-related safety.
• Experience in process design, process optimization and/or production support.

Responsibilities

• Performing epitaxial growth of compound semiconductor devices.
• Documentation of growth run & characterization data & processes.
• Troubleshooting and repair of electrical, control, gas flow and vacuum systems.

Skills

Hands-on InP or GaAs epitaxial deposition growth process knowledge of MOCVD

Strong analytical skills

Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills

Problem-solving/troubleshooting skills

Education

Bachelor or above in Physics or semiconductor related Engineering field

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Applied Optoelectronics, Inc. is currently seeking a highly motivated and experienced person to operate metal organic chemical vapor deposition (MOCVD) equipment for fabrication of thin film semiconductors. Responsibilities include operation, maintenance, modifications and repairs to the MOCVD equipment (including toxic gas handling) and material/device characterization

Job Duties

Performing epitaxial growth of compound semiconductor device

Documentation of growth run & characterization data & processes

Documentation of quality control and yield analysis for MOCVD growth.

Troubleshooting and repair of electrical, control, gas flow and vacuum systems associated with MOCVD growth tools

Troubleshoot MOCVD material growth issues

Written and oral reports and SOPs

Job Requirements

Education:

Bachelor or above in Physics or semiconductor related Engineering field

Minimum 2+ years for MS and 5+ years for bachelor of work experience is required

Hands‑on InP or GaAs epitaxial deposition growth process knowledge of MOCVD

Familiar with MOCVD-related safety

Experience in process design, process optimization and/or production support.

Well‑developed interpersonal and communication skills.

Excellent analytical, organizational, planning and problem‑solving/troubleshooting skills.

Location

This position will be on‑site based in Sugar Land, Texas.

WHY AOI?

In addition to competitive salary, AOI offers

• Flexible and competitive health (medical, dental, vision) plans offer the employee with the right options to meet individual and family needs
• Employer matching on 401(k) deferrals
• Generous PTO policy, with unused PTO payout at end of the year
• Relocation package available within US
• Immigration sponsorships (Must be currently authorized to work in the US)