MOCVD Engineer (Entry-Level)

AOI; Sugar Land (TX); Sur place; USD 60 000 - 85 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Health plans

401(k) employer matching

Unused PTO payout

Relocation package within US

Immigration sponsorships

Résumé du poste

Applied Optoelectronics, Inc. in Sugar Land, Texas is seeking an entry-level MOCVD Engineer to support operation and optimization of MOCVD equipment used for growth of compound semiconductors.

You will assist with growth runs, data collection, documentation, and collaboration with manufacturing, process engineering and quality teams to meet production objectives. This role offers hands-on training, opportunities for career development, and AOI relocation support plus immigration sponsorships and

Qualifications

• 0–2 years of relevant experience in semiconductor manufacturing or labs.
• Recent graduates encouraged to apply with coursework and internships.
• Experience with MOCVD or epitaxial growth is preferred.

Responsabilités

• Assist with operation of MOCVD systems for epitaxial growth.
• Monitor growth runs and collect data.
• Document parameters, results, and records.
• Support quality control, yield monitoring, and data analysis.
• Troubleshoot basic process and equipment issues with guidance.
• Assist maintenance and preventive maintenance of MOCVD equipment.
• Follow SOPs and safety protocols for hazardous materials.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and process optimization.
• Prepare technical reports and maintain documentation.
• Collaborate with manufacturing and process engineering teams.

Connaissances

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Written and verbal communication

Ability to learn new processes

Formation

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Physics, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Semiconductor Engineering or related field

Outils

MOCVD equipment

Description du poste

Summary

Applied Optoelectronics, Inc. is currently seeking a highly motivated entry-level MOCVD Engineers support the operation and optimization of Metal Organic Chemical Vapor Deposition (MOCVD) equipment used in the fabrication of compound semiconductor materials. This position provides an excellent opportunity for recent graduates or early-career engineers to develop expertise in epitaxial growth, semiconductor manufacturing, process characterization, and production support while working alongside experienced engineering professionals.

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 process data analysis.


• Assist in troubleshooting basic process and equipment issues under the guidance of senior engineers.


• Support routine maintenance and preventive maintenance activities on MOCVD equipment.


• Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) and MOCVD safety protocols, including safe handling of hazardous materials and gases.


• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance process consistency, quality, and equipment performance.


• Prepare technical reports and maintain accurate engineering documentation.


• Collaborate with manufacturing, process engineering, and quality teams to support production objectives.

Qualifications

• 0–2 years of relevant experience in semiconductor manufacturing, research, internships, co-ops, or university laboratory work.


• Recent graduates with relevant coursework and hands-on laboratory or research experience are encouraged to apply.


• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Physics, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Semiconductor Engineering, or a related field.


• Experience with commercial MOCVD equipment for semiconductor epitaxial growth.


• Coursework or laboratory experience in one or more of the following:


• Semiconductor materials and devices


• Compound semiconductors


• Thin-film deposition


• Epitaxy


• Crystal growth


• Vacuum systems


• Semiconductor fabrication


• Materials characterization


• Basic understanding of compound semiconductor materials such as InP or GaAs.


• Familiarity with MOCVD, CVD, or related deposition processes through coursework, research, or laboratory experience is preferred.


• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.


• Ability to learn new processes and work effectively in a manufacturing environment.


• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Location

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

Why AOI?

• Flexible and competitive health (medical, dental, vision) plans offer the employee with the right options to meet individual needs


• Employer matching on 401(k) deferrals


• Unused PTO payout at end of the year


• Relocation package available within US


• Immigration sponsorships (Must be currently authorized to work in the US)