Process Technician 1

LAM RESEARCH Corporation; Tualatin (OR); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Lam Research in Oregon is seeking a Process Technician to support process development and R&D efforts. You will set up processing equipment, conduct tests, collect data, and present findings to optimize yield.

You will work with engineers to run experiments, analyze measurements, and troubleshoot lab tools. The role requires cleanroom readiness, PPE use, and a flexible shift schedule in a hybrid work model.

Qualifications

• Foundational reading and writing in English required.
• Associates degree or technical certificate in semiconductors, electronics, chemistry, mechanical, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Supports Process Engineers in preparation for wafer fabrication equipment (WFE) tests, setup, experiments, data collection, and sample submissions.
• Operates processing equipment with recipes defined by engineering teams to collect results and analyze chemistry properties.
• Processes test runs and prepares records, charts, and schematics of results for presentation to engineering for yield optimization.
• Provides technical assistance to process development teams and process engineers.
• Assist in technical troubleshooting and improvement opportunities of lab tools and experiment setups.

Skills

Communication skills

English literacy

PPE safety

Cleanroom work

Shift work

Education

Associates degree or technical certificate in semiconductors/related

Job description

The group you’ll be a part of

The impact you’ll make

As a Process Technician at Lam, you are a vital part of the team in actively supporting process development, product development, and research and development (R&D). You’ll set up processing equipment, conduct technical tests and experiments, process test runs, and present findings to optimize yield. Your technical expertise supports process development, contributing to Lam’s commitment to innovation.

What you’ll do

• Supports Process Engineers in preparation for wafer fabrication equipment (WFE) tests, equipment setup, experiments, data collection, and sample submissions.
• Operates processing equipment and advanced tools with recipes defined by engineering teams to collect experiment results, capture measurements (e.g. thin film, CD, wafer disposition performance) and chemistry properties analysis.
• Processes test runs and prepares records, charts, and schematics of results for presentation to engineering to identify yield optimization areas.
• Provides technical assistance to process development teams and process engineers.
• Assist in technical troubleshooting and improvement opportunities of the application lab tools and experiment setups.

Who we’re looking for

• Less than 1 year of related experience.
• Associates degree in technical field, Technical Certificate, Diploma or higher in semiconductors, electronics, chemistry, mechanical, or related field.
• Ability to work in a clean room environment, wearing personal protective safety equipment (PPE), cleanroom suit, or smock.
• Foundational communication skills, reading and writing, in English.
• Ability to work a shift schedule.

Our commitment

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.

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.