Process Engineer 3

Digitailor; Tualatin (OR); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Lam Research's Global Products Group is seeking a Process Engineer to develop advanced process formulations, define equipment requirements to meet processing specs, evaluate test data, and coordinate design inputs to ensure compatibility of processing methods.

You'll lead process R&D initiatives, review techniques, and support customer demos, aiming to push atomic-scale precision in ALD, CVD, and related technologies while guiding process technicians to ensure safe, efficient, and repeatable

Qualifications

• Master's degree with 3+ years of experience or PhD with no prior professional experience.
• Familiarity with SPC/DOE methods and statistical analysis.
• Experience with semiconductor processing equipment and surface preparation.
• Strong computing skills in MATLAB or Python and analytical mindset.

Responsibilities

• Conduct process engineering R&D, development, and evaluation for semiconductor equipment.
• Review, enhance, and optimize processing techniques used in fabrication.
• Develop and sustain new processes to reduce costs and increase yields.
• Analyze test data to determine next steps and define process specifications.
• Collaborate with internal teams to plan and report customer demos.
• Provide leadership and guidance to process technicians during execution.

Skills

MATLAB

Python

SPC/DOE

Statistical analysis

Surface science

ALD/CVD/PECVD/PVD

Education

Master's degree in Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry or Physics

PhD with no previous professional experience

Tools

JMP

Minitab

Job description

The group you’ll be a part of In the Global Products Group, we are dedicated to excellence in the design and engineering of Lam's etch and deposition products. We drive innovation to ensure our cutting-edge solutions are helping to solve the biggest challenges in the semiconductor industry. The impact you’ll make As a Process Engineer at Lam, you will operate on cutting-edge technology, harnessing atomic precision, material science, and surface engineering to push technical boundaries.

Your Role

involves developing new and advanced process formulations, defining equipment hardware to meet processing requirements, evaluating test data, and coordinating design requirements to ensure compatibility of processing methods. Your expertise and knowledge play a crucial role our customers success, making an impact on the next generation of semiconductor breakthroughs.

What You’Ll Do

Conduct process engineering research, development, and evaluation in support of Lam’s cutting-edge semiconductor equipment and systems. Review and enhance processing techniques and methods applied in the manufacture and fabrication of products. Develop and sustain new processes and process improvements to reduce production costs and increase yields. Compile and analyze test data to establish next steps in process development and determine appropriate limits and variables for process specifications. Collaborate internally to plan, collect data, analyze results, and report on customer demos for existing process applications. Contribute to next generation product development and release activities supporting the semiconductor roadmap. Provide leadership, clear direction, and guidance to process technicians to support execution activities. Who we’re looking for

Minimum Qualifications

Master’s degree in Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry or Physics or related field with 3+ years of experience; or a PhD with no previous professional experience; or equivalent experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Familiarity with working in a laboratory and on semiconductor equipment with experience in surface preparation and analytical techniques. In-depth understanding of Statistical Process Control (SPC) and/or Design of Experiments (DOE). Highly proficient in MATLAB, Python, or other similar scientific computing language. Working knowledge of statistical analysis and problem-solving methodologies. Experience with statistical tools (JMP, Minitab, etc.) Background in Atomic Layer Deposition (ALD), Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD), Plasma Enhanced Chemical Vapor Deposition (PECVD), or Physical Vapor Deposition (PVD). Background in Plasma Physics, Reactive Ion Etching (RIE), Atomic Layer Etching (ALE), Inductively Coupled Plasma (ICP), Capacitively Coupled Plasma (CCP). Knowledge of Material synthesis and material characterization. Experience working in a collaborative and matrixed environment with diverse teams, semiconductor customers, and/or partners. Our commitment We believe it is important for every person to feel valued, included, and empowered to achieve their full potential. By bringing unique individuals and viewpoints together, we achieve extraordinary results. Our Perks and Benefits At Lam, our people make amazing things possible. That’s why we invest in you throughout the phases of your life with a comprehensive set of outstanding benefits.