Process Engineer 4

Lam Research; California, Fremont (MO, CA); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Process Engineer to join their Office of the CTO. This role offers the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology in semiconductor manufacturing, focusing on developing and enhancing processes that drive innovation. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to analyze data, improve production techniques, and lead efforts in next-generation product development. If you have a strong background in materials science and engineering, coupled with a passion for pushing technical boundaries, this position is perfect for you. Join a company that values diversity and empowers its employees to achieve their full potential.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Flexible work location models

Opportunities for professional development

Collaborative work environment

Health and wellness programs

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in process engineering for semiconductors.
• Familiarity with laboratory work and semiconductor equipment.
• Experience in statistical tools and process design.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research and development for semiconductor equipment.
• Develop new processes to reduce costs and increase yields.
• Collaborate with teams to analyze data and improve processes.

Skills

Statistical Process Control (SPC)

Design of Experiments (DOE)

MATLAB

Python

Statistical Analysis

Problem-Solving Methodologies

Material Characterization

Collaborative Environment

Education

Bachelor's degree in Materials Science

Master's degree in Chemical Engineering

PhD in Physics

Tools

JMP

Minitab

Atomic Layer Deposition (ALD)

Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD)

Plasma Enhanced Chemical Vapor Deposition (PECVD)

Physical Vapor Deposition (PVD)

Job description

The Office of the CTO is where innovation takes center stage. We inspire our global technicalcommunity to take on grand challenges, understand emerging trends, identify the criticalinflections, and drive our sustainability, Environment, Social, and Governance (ESG) practicesthat will define the next generation of semiconductors and continued impact.

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 in our customers' success, making an impact on the next generation of semiconductor breakthroughs.

In this role, you will directly contribute to the success of the Office of the CTO.

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.
• Partner cross-functionally and with customers to understand roadmaps, process flow, inflection points, requirements, and business challenges.
• 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

Bachelor's degree in Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Physics, or related field with 8+ years' related experience; or a Master's degree with 6+ years' experience; or a PhD with 3+ years' 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.
• Experience in semiconductor process design, deposition, etch dielectrics or conductor, metal films, etc.

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.

Lam Research ("Lam" or the "Company") is an equal opportunity employer. Lam is committed to and reaffirms support of equal opportunity in employment and non-discrimination in employment policies, practices and procedures on the basis of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, or military and veteran status or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. It is the Company's intention to comply with all applicable laws and regulations. Company policy prohibits unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees.

Lam offers a variety of work location models based on the needs of each role. Our hybrid roles combine the benefits of on-site collaboration with colleagues and the flexibility to work remotely and fall into two categories - On-site Flex and Virtual Flex. 'On-site Flex' you'll work 3+ days per week on-site at a Lam or customer/supplier location, with the opportunity to work remotely for the balance of the week. 'Virtual Flex' you'll work 1-2 days per week on-site at a Lam or customer/supplier location, and remotely the rest of the time.

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CA San Francisco Bay Area Salary Range for this position: $100,000.00 -$220,000.00.

The above salary range for this position is relevant to applicants that reside or work onsite in the California, San Francisco Bay Area only. Salary offers will depend on factors that include the location you work from, your level, education, training, specific skills, years of experience and comparison to other employees already in this role. Actual salary may vary from salary offered due to numerous factors including but not limited to unpaid time off, unpaid leave, company mandated shutdown, and other relevant factors.

Our Perks and Benefits

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