Process Engineer-Contract

Tokyo Electron US; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 78,000 - 111,000; Full time

Job summary

Tokyo Electron US in Albany, NY seeks a Process Engineer I/II/III to support development and optimization of plasma etch processes. You will define formulations, review equipment needs, and analyze data to drive improvements from pilot to production.

The role varies by level, from initial process formulation and data compilation to leading multi-project efforts, mentoring junior engineers, and advancing automation and DOE-based strategies.

Qualifications

• Basic understanding of semiconductor or hardware manufacturing processes.
• Familiarity with process development, pilot plant operations, and data analysis.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to follow established procedures and learn new technical concepts.
• Detail-oriented and analytical mindset with problem-solving capabilities.

Responsibilities

• I: Develop new or modified process formulations and define requirements for processing or handling equipment.
• I: Review and assess processing techniques applied in the manufacture, fabrication, and evaluation of products.
• I: Coordinate design requirement reviews with engineering and scientific teams to ensure process compatibility.
• I: Compile and evaluate test data to determine process limits and variables.
• I: Assist in planning and conceptualizing projects related to process development or equipment automation.
• I: Learn and apply professional engineering concepts and company policies to resolve routine process issues.
• II: Lead development and implementation of process modifications and optimizations in pilot and production environments.
• II: Define equipment requirements and review processing methods for compatibility and efficiency.
• II: Analyze data to establish process control limits and troubleshoot process deviations.
• II: Collaborate with design engineers and manufacturing teams to resolve process-related challenges.
• II: Support automation and new technology evaluations for process improvements.
• II: Mentor junior engineers and contribute to departmental best practices.
• III: Lead and manage multiple process development and improvement projects with measurable impact on quality and yield.
• III: Develop advanced process control strategies and equipment specifications.
• III: Evaluate and implement new technologies, materials, and automation tooling.
• III: Collaborate with R&D, manufacturing, and quality groups to ensure process robustness and scalability.
• III: Provide technical guidance and mentorship to less experienced engineers.
• III: Contribute to departmental policies and standards related to process engineering.

Skills

Semiconductor knowledge

Statistical process control

Data analysis

Communication

Project management

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Chemistry, Materials Science, or related field

Tools

DOE

Statistical analysis

Job description

Job Description

Process Engineer I, II or III

Location: Albany, NY

Under close supervision, responsible for supporting the development and improvement of plasma etch processes. Process Engineer I defines process formulations, coordinates design reviews, and compiles data to optimize process parameters from pilot to full-scale production.

Responsibilities

• Develop new or modified process formulations and define requirements for processing or handling equipment.
• Review and assess processing techniques applied in the manufacture, fabrication, and evaluation of products.
• Coordinate design requirement reviews with engineering and scientific teams to ensure process compatibility.
• Compile and evaluate test data to determine process limits and variables.
• Assist in planning and conceptualizing projects related to process development or equipment automation.
• Learn and apply professional engineering concepts and company policies to resolve routine process issues.

Education/Exp

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Chemistry, Materials Science, or related field

No experience necessary. Previous experience or relevant internship preferred but is not required

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Basic understanding of semiconductor or hardware manufacturing processes.
• Familiarity with process development, pilot plant operations, and data analysis.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to follow established procedures and learn new technical concepts.
• Detail-oriented and analytical mindset with problem-solving capabilities.

Under general supervision, responsible for executing plasma etch process development and optimization projects. Process Engineer II applies technical expertise to improve process efficiency and quality, coordinating cross-functional teams as necessary.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and implementation of process modifications and optimizations in pilot and production environments.
• Define equipment requirements and review processing methods for compatibility and efficiency.
• Analyze data to establish process control limits and troubleshoot process deviations.
• Collaborate with design engineers and manufacturing teams to resolve process-related challenges.
• Support automation and new technology evaluations for process improvements.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to departmental best practices.

Minimum Reqs

Education/Exp

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Chemistry, Materials Science, or related field
• 2 years of relevant experience

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Solid knowledge of semiconductor or hardware processing techniques and tooling.
• Proficient in statistical process control and data-driven problem solving.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize work effectively.
• Moderate project leadership and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Process Engineer III

With limited supervision, responsible for managing complex engineering projects, leading cross-functional teams, and driving continuous improvement initiatives in plasma etching process.

Under general supervision, responsible for executing plasma etch process development and optimization projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage multiple process development and improvement projects with measurable impact on quality and yield.
• Develop advanced process control strategies and equipment specifications.
• Evaluate and implement new technologies, materials, and automation tooling.
• Collaborate with R&D, manufacturing, and quality groups to ensure process robustness and scalability.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to less experienced engineers.
• Contribute to departmental policies and standards related to process engineering.

Minimum Reqs

Education/Exp

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Chemistry, Materials Science, or related field
• 5 years of relevant experience

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Deep technical expertise in semiconductor or hardware manufacturing processes.
• Strong analytical and project management skills.
• Expertise with design of experiments (DOE), statistical analysis, and process control.
• Effective leadership, coaching, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and manages stakeholder relationships.

Physical Demands and Work Conditions

The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. This job operates in an office setting. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and filing cabinets. This is a largely sedentary role; however, some filing is required, which would require the ability to lift files, open filing cabinets and bend or stand as necessary. This position requires the ability to occasionally lift office products and supplies, up to 35 pounds. This position also requires 4 to 6 hours per day at a computer screen/keyboard.

Salary Ranges

$78,485.94 - $110,853.80

Individual pay is determined based on multiple factors, including but not limited to location, experience, skills, job-related knowledge, relevant education, certifications, and/or training. In addition to base salary, we offer (full time regular employees) a comprehensive benefits package and for certain roles eligibility in our bonus plan and long-term incentives as applicable. The talent advisor can share more details about total compensation for the role in your location during the hiring process.

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Subsidiary

TOKYO ELECTRON AMERICA, INC.