Process Technician 3

LAM RESEARCH Corporation; Tualatin (OR); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Lam Research in Oregon is seeking a Process Technician to support process development and R&D, setting up processing equipment, conducting tests, and presenting findings to optimize yield.

You will work in the Deposition Group, contributing to wafer fabrication experiments, data analysis, and process improvements while adhering to safety and cleanroom protocols. This role emphasizes collaboration, technical troubleshooting, and rigorous documentation.

Qualifications

• Associates degree or technical certification in a technical field.
• 2–4 years of related experience in a semiconductor or manufacturing setting.
• Ability to work in a clean room with PPE and maintain safety protocols.
• Foundational English reading and writing skills.
• Ability to work a shift schedule.

Responsibilities

• Support Process Engineers in wafer fabrication tests, equipment setup, data collection, and sample submissions.
• Operate processing equipment and advanced tools using defined recipes to collect results and analyze measurements.
• Process test runs and prepare charts and schematics of results for yield optimization discussion.
• Provide technical assistance to process development teams and engineers.
• Assist in troubleshooting and improving lab tools and experiment setups.

Skills

Cleanroom operations

Technical communication

Data collection

Team collaboration

Education

Associate degree or technical certificate

Background in semiconductors/electronics/chemistry

Job description

The group you’ll be a part of

In the Global Products Group, we are dedicated to excellence in the design and engineering of Lam’s etch and deposition products. We drive innovation to ensure our cutting-edge solutions are helping to solve the biggest challenges in the semiconductor industry.

The impact you’ll make

As a Process Technician at Lam, 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.

In this role, you will directly contribute to The Deposition Group.

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, wafter 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

• 2-4 years 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

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.

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.