NM Silicon Photonics Senior Lithography Process Development Engineer

Intel Corporation; Rio Rancho (NM); On-site; USD 134,000 - 255,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock bonuses

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Vacation

Job summary

Intel Corporation in Albuquerque, NM, seeks a Module Development Engineer to drive process innovation in lithography and manufacturing. You will design, optimize, and deliver advanced processes enabling high-volume production of cutting-edge device architectures.

The role emphasizes collaboration with equipment and materials teams, roadmapping of process technologies, and data-driven decision making to ensure manufacturing excellence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant technical field.
• 4+ years of lithography process development, integration, or manufacturing experience in semiconductors.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and optimization of advanced manufacturing processes to meet device specifications and functional requirements.
• Conduct feasibility studies and simulations to enable development of innovative device architectures.
• Develop roadmaps for process technologies to meet future product and production needs.
• Partner with equipment and material suppliers to implement enabling technologies.
• Recommend and execute modifications to equipment and manufacturing techniques to improve production efficiency and output.
• Design, qualify, and optimize processes involving material selection, parameter tuning, and equipment metrology.

Skills

Problem solving

Data-driven decisions

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related

Job description

Job Details: Job Description: As a Module Development Engineer, you will play a critical role in driving Intel's process innovation and technology advancement. In this role, you will design, optimize, and deliver sophisticated manufacturing processes, enabling the production of groundbreaking device architectures. Your expertise in process integration, equipment solutions, and material selection will directly contribute to shaping the future of Intel technologies and ensuring manufacturing excellence. The Module Development Engineer position is part of Intel Corporation, a global leader in semiconductor innovation that designs and manufactures leading-edge technologies powering countless devices and solutions worldwide. The team is focused on developing advanced manufacturing processes and technologies that underpin high-volume production and enable Intel's future roadmap.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and optimization of advanced manufacturing processes to meet device specifications and functional requirements.
• Conduct feasibility studies and simulations to enable development of innovative device architectures.
• Develop roadmaps for process technologies to meet future product and production needs.
• Partner with equipment and material suppliers to implement enabling technologies.
• Recommend and execute modifications to equipment and manufacturing techniques to improve production efficiency and output.
• Design, qualify, and optimize processes involving material selection, parameter tuning, and equipment metrology.
• Perform pathfinding activities to support process and hardware development for emerging technologies.
• Remain current with industry trends and develop strategic insights to drive technology advancements and cost-effective solutions.

Qualifications

You must possess the minimum qualifications to be initially considered for this position. Preferred qualifications are in addition to the minimum requirements and are considered a plus factor in identifying top candidates. Relevant experience can be obtained through schoolwork, classes, project work, internships, and/or military experience.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• 4+ years of experience in lithography process development, integration, or manufacturing in the semiconductor industry.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in a relevant field with 4+ years of hands-on experience, or PhD with 2+ years of experience.
• 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 Type: Experienced Hire

Shift: Shift 1 (United States of America)

Primary Location: US, New Mexico, Albuquerque

Additional Locations:

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.

Position of Trust: N/A

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.

Annual Salary Range for jobs which could be performed in the US: $133,800.00-255,200.00 USD

Work Model for this Role This role will require an on-site presence.

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

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.

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