Process Technician 1

Lam Research; Tualatin (OR); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Lam Research is seeking a Process Technician to support process development, product development, and R&D activities. You will set up processing equipment, conduct tests, and present findings to optimize yield while working in a cleanroom environment with PPE.

You will collaborate with Process Engineers, operate WFE tools, collect data, and contribute to experiments and sample submissions. A technical associate degree or higher is required, with the ability to work a shift schedule.

Qualifications

• Less than 1 year of related experience.
• Associate’s degree or higher in technical field or technical certificate.
• Ability to work in a clean room environment with PPE.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

English (Reading/Writing)

Communication

Education

Associate degree or higher in technical field

Job description

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

• Support Process Engineers in preparation for wafer fabrication equipment (WFE) tests, equipment setup, experiments, data collection, and sample submissions.
• Operate 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.
• Process test runs and prepare records, charts, and schematics of results for presentation to engineering to identify yield optimization areas.
• Provide 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.
• Associate’s degree in a 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

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.

Work Location Models

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.