Photolithography Development Engineer

JSR Micro, Inc.; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Paid time off

Bonuses

Job summary

JSR Micro, Inc. in Boise, ID is seeking a technical leader to drive development and commercialization of advanced lithography materials and patterning solutions.

You will perform hands‑on experiments, support customers, and collaborate across R&D, engineering, and manufacturing teams to move products from development to high‑volume production. The role requires 3–4+ years in semiconductor materials with strong data analysis and communication skills, and willingness to travel ~5%.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, Physical Science, or related field.
• Typically 3–4+ years of relevant semiconductor materials, photolithography, manufacturing, or process engineering experience.
• Strong knowledge of chemistry, physics, polymer chemistry, semiconductor materials, and chemical handling practices.
• Experience with photolithography and semiconductor materials processing, preferably in a semiconductor fab, lab, cleanroom, or customer/vendor facility.
• Experience with semiconductor wafer processing and manufacturing operations.

Responsibilities

• On‑site technical support in a fabrication environment, including new product evaluations and troubleshooting.
• Support management in addressing customer technical requests, data requests, investigations, and quality issues.
• Coordinate technical activities and communicate with international JSR sites and personnel.
• Prepare technical data packages, reports, presentations, and recommendations for internal and external stakeholders.
• Support customer projects and collaborate with Sales and other cross‑functional teams to address technical requirements.
• Monitor and evaluate information related to company and competitor performance, products, and technologies.

Skills

Semiconductor materials

Lithography

Data analysis

SPC/Statistics

Experiment design

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree

Tools

JMP

Excel

Metrology tools

Job description

Join JSR as a technical leader supporting the development and commercialization of advanced semiconductor lithography materials and patterning solutions. This role combines hands‑on experimental research, product development, customer technical support, and cross‑functional collaboration. You will work closely with R&D, engineering, customers, vendors, and strategic partners to develop next‑generation materials, solve complex lithography challenges, and support products from initial development through high‑volume manufacturing.

Location: Boise, ID | Travel: Approximately 5%

What you Bring

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, Physical Science, or a related field; equivalent relevant experience may be considered.

Typically 3–4+ years of relevant semiconductor materials, photolithography, manufacturing, or process engineering experience.

Strong knowledge of chemistry, physics, polymer chemistry, semiconductor materials, and chemical handling practices.

Experience working with photolithography and semiconductor materials processing, preferably in a semiconductor fab, laboratory, cleanroom, or customer/vendor facility.

Experience with semiconductor wafer processing and manufacturing operations.

Hands‑on experience with lithography and/or metrology equipment, including some combination of:

• 193nm/248nm scanners or steppers
• Track systems
• CD-SEM and cross‑section SEM
• Film measurement tools
• FT/FTIR and defect metrology

Understanding of analytical and electrical testing methods.

Experience with experimental planning, execution, troubleshooting, and interpretation of scientific data.

Strong experience with data analysis, statistical methods, and Six Sigma/SPC concepts.

At least 2 years of experience using JMP or comparable statistical/data‑analysis software.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

Experience with technical data package preparation and customer presentations.

Strong presentation, communication, problem‑solving, and organizational skills.

Self‑motivated, collaborative, and able to work effectively in a cross‑functional and international environment.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with semiconductor photolithography processes and chemical resist mechanisms.

Experience with Chemsketch and/or virtual lithography/patterning simulation tools.

Experience supporting customer projects and technical customer inquiries.

1–2 years of project management or technical project management experience.

1–2 years of customer support experience, preferably with exposure to Sales organizations.

Experience conducting supplier audits and managing supplier quality improvement programs.

Experience preparing and presenting technical data to customers and senior management.

Ability to independently gather and analyze tactical and strategic information regarding company and competitor performance.

Experience supporting product transfers from development/design into high‑volume manufacturing.

Experience & Education Guidelines

Candidates will generally have one of the following backgrounds:

BS: 8+ years of relevant industry experience, or equivalent demonstrated expertise.

MS: 5+ years of relevant industry experience.

PhD: Relevant research experience in chemistry, physics, materials science, or a related technical discipline may be considered in lieu of extensive industry experience.

Your Core Strengths

Technical expertise in semiconductor materials, lithography, and wafer processing

Strong experimental design, execution, and scientific data analysis skills

Customer-focused approach with strong technical support capabilities

Project management and ability to lead complex technical initiatives

Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills

Effective communication and cross-functional collaboration

Ability to translate customer needs into technical solutions

Innovative mindset with a focus on continuous improvement

Strong business acumen and ability to identify new opportunities

Leadership skills with the ability to influence and mentor others

What You’ll Do

1. On‑site technical support in a fabrication environment, including new product evaluations as well as trouble‑shooting

2. Support management in addressing customer technical requests, data requests, investigations, and any technical and quality issues.

3. Coordinate technical activities and communicate with international JSR sites and personnel.

4. Prepare technical data packages, reports, presentations, and recommendations for internal and external stakeholders.

5. Support customer projects and collaborate with Sales and other cross‑functional teams to address technical requirements.

6. Monitor and evaluate tactical and strategic information related to company and competitor performance, products, and technologies.

7. Identify opportunities to improve processes, procedures, and the effectiveness of the position, and make recommendations to management.

8. Support project and technical project management activities as assigned.

9. Support product sustainability initiatives, including cost reduction and process improvement opportunities.

10. Lead customer task force activities, investigations, and technical reviews, and present investigation results to customers and internal stakeholders.

11. Provide production support engineering for assigned products following transfer from design/development to high‑volume manufacturing (HVM/T-1 transfer).

12. Design, execute, or coordinate experiments to troubleshoot suspect raw material lots, process issues, and customer complaints.

13. Perform Statistical Process Control (SPC) analysis on finished products, in-process materials, and bulk raw materials; identify trends and recommend corrective actions when necessary.

14. Support functional raw material inspection, assist of certificate of analysis and testing activities as needed.

15. Serve as the technical owner for raw material and consumable suppliers, including filters and other production materials as needed

Your Compensation & Benefits Package

Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that may include medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, paid time off and holidays, and bonus opportunities, based on eligibility

Work Authorization Requirement

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future employer-sponsored visa support.

Application Accommodation:

If you need a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process, please contact [e-mail] for assistance.

JSR is an Equal Employment Opportunity

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Recruitment Agency Policy

JSR does not accept unsolicited resumes or CVs from recruitment agencies or headhunters through our website or directly from hiring managers. JSR will not be responsible for, or pay, fees associated with candidates submitted by third-party agencies or recruiting firms without a current, signed agreement with JSR.