Process Integration Engineer

Lumicity; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 270,000; Full time

Job summary

Lumicity in San Jose, CA is seeking a Senior Staff Process Integration Engineer to lead integration and wafer operations on-site. You will drive advanced process development across R&D lines and ensure readiness for fab transfer.

Applicants should have a PhD in a relevant field and 3–5+ years in semiconductor process integration, with hands-on experience expanding R&D integration lines and collaborating cross-functionally.

Qualifications

• PhD in Materials Science, Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Applied Physics, Nanotechnology, or a related field.
• 3–5+ years of semiconductor industry experience in process integration.
• Strong cross-functional collaboration and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee integration and wafer operations across R&D lines.
• Develop new integration processes for future technology devices.
• Manage integration line expansion in partnership with facility and equipment teams.
• Plan and execute process integration experiments, coordinating schedules and resources cross-functionally.
• Provide technical leadership and strategic direction on process integration challenges.

Job description

Senior Staff Process Integration Engineer | San Jose, CA (On-site)

We're working with a well-funded, stealth-mode deep-tech start-up developing breakthrough next-generation computing technology — pushing beyond the physical limits of traditional silicon. Their team has shipped technology used in billions of devices, and they count major CPU vendors among their customers and partners.

The Role:

As Senior Staff Process Integration Engineer, you'll take a leading role in developing and overseeing integration processes and wafer operations within the R&D lines, driving next-gen device development from concept through to fab-ready process transfer.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and oversee integration and wafer operations across R&D lines
• Develop new integration processes for future technology devices
• Manage integration line expansion in partnership with facility and equipment teams
• Plan and execute process integration experiments, coordinating schedules and resources cross-functionally
• Provide technical leadership and strategic direction on process integration challenges

What We're Looking For:

• PhD in Materials Science, Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Applied Physics, Nanotechnology, or a related field
• 3–5+ years of semiconductor industry experience, with a strong focus on process integration in R&D or manufacturing
• Hands-on experience managing or expanding R&D integration lines
• Strong cross-functional collaboration, communication, and problem-solving skills