NM Silicon Photonics Lithography Process Development Engineer

Intel Corporation; Rio Rancho (NM); On-site; USD 99,000 - 189,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock bonuses

Health & retirement benefits

Paid vacation

Job summary

Intel Corporation in Albuquerque, NM is seeking a Module Development Engineer to advance manufacturing capabilities, design advanced processes, optimize equipment metrology, and enable new product designs to meet evolving device specifications.

You will lead technology development roadmaps for future architectures, partner with suppliers and internal teams, and drive improvements for high-volume manufacturing with a focus on efficiency and precision.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
• 1+ years of lithography process development, integration, or manufacturing in semiconductor industry.
• Master's degree with 2+ years hands-on experience or PhD preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize sophisticated manufacturing processes and reverse engineering where applicable, including material selection, parameter optimization, equipment metrology, and system design.
• Conduct feasibility studies using theoretical simulations and practical engineering methods to meet device specifications.
• Define and execute technology development roadmaps for future device architectures and high-volume manufacturing.
• Collaborate with equipment and materials suppliers to design and implement enabling elements for new technologies.
• Recommend and implement modifications to operating equipment to improve production efficiency and manufacturing techniques.
• Stay informed on industry trends in process and material manufacturing and collaborate with vendor ecosystems to drive cost-sensitive technology roadmaps.

Skills

Lithography process development

Materials science

Chemical engineering

Mechanical engineering

Data-driven decisions

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Materials Science/Chemical/Mechanical Engineering

Master's degree or PhD preferred

Tools

Lithography equipment selection

Resist selection

Manufacturing technologies

Job description

Job Description

As a Module Development Engineer, you will play a critical role in advancing Intel's manufacturing capabilities to shape the future of technology. You will design and develop cutting-edge manufacturing processes, optimize equipment metrology, and enable new product designs to meet evolving device specifications. Your expertise will drive innovations in process integration and equipment solutions, helping Intel deliver groundbreaking technologies with precision and efficiency. This position is part of Intel Corporation's manufacturing organization, which is dedicated to driving innovation in semiconductor manufacturing to support Intel's industry-leading product roadmap. The team develops and optimizes advanced processes and technologies that enable Intel's commitment to creating world-changing technology.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize sophisticated manufacturing processes and repair reverse engineering, including material selection, parameter optimization, equipment metrology, and system design.


• Conduct feasibility studies using theoretical simulations and practical engineering methods to meet desired device specifications.


• Define and execute technology development roadmaps for future device architectures and high-volume manufacturing.


• Partner with equipment and materials suppliers to design and implement enabling elements for new technologies.


• Recommend and implement modifications to operating equipment to improve production efficiency, manufacturing techniques, and optimize output for existing products.


• Stay informed on industry trends in process and material manufacturing, and collaborate with vendor ecosystems to drive cost-sensitive technology roadmaps forward.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical discipline.


• 1+ years of experience in lithography process development, integration, or manufacturing in the semiconductor industry.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in a relevant field with 2+ years of hands‑on experience, or PhD.


• Strong technical knowledge in areas such as lithography process optimization, resist selection, equipment selection, and manufacturing technologies.


• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with external suppliers and internal cross-functional teams to achieve technical and operational goals.


• Experience in leading pathfinding activities or roadmap development for advanced processes and technologies.


• Knowledge of semiconductor process flow and high-volume manufacturing environments.


• Strong problem‑solving skills, analytical thinking, and the ability to make data‑driven decisions.


• Effective communication and collaboration skills, with a proven ability to lead initiatives and influence outcomes across diverse teams.

Job Facts

Job Type: Experienced Hire

Shift: Shift 1 (United States of America)

Primary Location: US, New Mexico, Albuquerque

Additional Locations:

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.

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 include health, retirement, and vacation.

Find out more about the benefits of working at Intel.

Salary

Annual Salary Range for jobs which could be performed in the US: $99,030.00-188,890.00 USD The range displayed on this job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific compensation range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

Work Model

This role will require an on-site presence.

* Job posting details (such as work model, location or time type) are subject to change.

* ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Intel is committed to Responsible Business Alliance (RBA) compliance and ethical hiring practices. We do not charge any fees during our hiring process. Candidates should never be required to pay recruitment fees, medical examination fees, or any other charges as a condition of employment. If you are asked to pay any fees during our hiring process, please report this immediately to your recruiter. Intel’s official careers website.