Process Engineer

Crosslinked; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Crosslinked is seeking a Process Engineer in San Jose, CA to design and optimize semiconductor process flows for 2D materials and vertically integrated chip architectures. The role emphasizes developing recipes, monitoring performance, root-cause analysis, and cross-functional collaboration with R&D and manufacturing teams.

The ideal candidate has a BS in Chemical Engineering or related field, 2–5 years in thin-film deposition or wafer fabrication, and hands-on equipment experience.

Qualifications

• Strong foundation in Process Engineering and Chemical Engineering.
• Experience in semiconductor or advanced materials processing.
• Experience in Process Design and Process Control.
• 2–5 years industrial experience with thin-film deposition, etching, or related wafer fabrication techniques.
• BS or MS in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Electrical Engineering, or related discipline.
• Hands-on with equipment and documenting results in a structured manner.
• Effective cross-functional communication with R&D, operations, and external partners.
• Ability to work on-site full-time in San Jose, CA.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and optimize semiconductor process flows for advanced 2D materials and chip architectures.
• Define process recipes, monitor performance, perform root-cause analysis, and implement corrective actions.
• Collaborate with materials scientists, device engineers, and manufacturing teams on pilot and production environments.
• Document procedures and maintain process control systems to ensure safety, quality, and environmental standards.

Skills

Process Engineering

Chemical Engineering

Process Design

Process Control

Analytical skills

Data analysis

Communication

Education

BS in Chemical Engineering

MS in related field

Tools

Thin-film deposition

Etching

Wafer fabrication

Job description

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Process Engineer

CDimension

• San Jose, CAtodayverified 4 h ago

BS-level Process Engineering roles on Crosslinked list a median of $110k (507 that show pay). This posting does not list pay.

Develop and optimize semiconductor process flows for 2D materials and integrated chip architectures.

Electronic materials

Worth knowing

Why it is interesting.

Work on atomically thin semiconductors grown directly on silicon wafers, targeting 1000× energy efficiency gains.

Might not be for you.

Heavy focus on process control and yield troubleshooting, less open-ended materials R&D.

Mostly at the benchDeep specialist First industry roleBS acceptable Works with universities

Adjacent materials rolethin-film deposition, etching, or related wafer fabrication techniques; 2D materials processing

Seniority Mid-level

Work On-site

Type Full-time

Degree BS

Experience 2–5 yrs

Industry Semiconductor

Role Process Engineering

Materials

2D materials3 rolesthin films70 roles

Techniques

thin-film deposition6 rolesetching2 roles

Role details

Company Description

CDimension is redefining computing hardware to support the next generation of complex, high-performance technologies. The company develops ultra-thin 2D materials and vertically integrated chip architectures that significantly improve energy efficiency, performance, and scalability. Its proprietary processes enable atomically thin semiconductors to be grown directly on finished silicon wafers, targeting up to 1,000× gains in energy efficiency and compact, unified chips that integrate compute, memory, and power.

CDimension’s technology is designed to overcome the physical and architectural limits of traditional silicon, enabling advanced systems for AI inference, robotics, quantum computing, and other demanding applications. The organization collaborates closely with researchers and industry partners to build the materials backbone for the future of computing.

Role Description

The Process Engineer role at CDimension is a full-time, on-site position based in San Jose, CA. The Process Engineer will design, develop, and optimize semiconductor process flows for advanced 2D materials and vertically integrated chip architectures. Daily activities include defining process recipes, monitoring process performance, performing root-cause analysis on yield or reliability issues, and implementing corrective actions to improve stability and throughput. The role involves close collaboration with materials scientists, device engineers, and manufacturing teams on pilot and production environments.

The Process Engineer will document procedures, maintain process control systems, and ensure adherence to safety, quality, and environmental standards.

Qualifications

• Strong foundation in Process Engineering and Chemical Engineering, with experience in semiconductor or advanced materials processing.
• Demonstrated ability in Process Design and Process Control, including developing process flows, recipes, and control plans.
• Advanced Analytical Skills for data-driven troubleshooting, statistical analysis, and continuous improvement of process performance.
• 2-5 years industrial experience with thin-film deposition, etching, or related wafer fabrication techniques is highly beneficial.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• Comfort working hands-on with equipment, conducting experiments, and documenting results in a structured, traceable manner.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills for cross-functional work with R&D, operations, and external partners.
• Ability to work on-site full-time in San Jose, CA and comply with safety and quality standards in a laboratory and manufacturing environment.

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Common questions

Where is the Process Engineer role at CDimension based?

This role is based in San Jose, CA.

What degree is required for the Process Engineer role at CDimension?

This role requires a BS.

How many years of experience does this Process Engineer role require?

The posting calls for 2–5 years of relevant experience.

What polymers or materials does this Process Engineer role work with?

2D materials, thin films.

What techniques or methods are required for this Process Engineer role?

thin-film deposition, etching.