Process Technician 4

Lam Research; Fremont (CA); Hybrid; USD 38,407 - 74,183; Full time

Job summary

Lam Research is seeking a Process Technician in the California Bay Area to support process development and R&D. You will set up processing equipment, run tests, collect data, and present findings to optimize yield.

This role requires working in a clean room with PPE and following defined recipes to support engineers. You will assist in troubleshooting lab tools and experiments, ensuring accurate measurements and documentation.

Qualifications

• 4–6 years of related experience.
• Associates degree or technical certificate in semiconductors/electronics/chemistry/mechanical or related field.
• Ability to work in a clean room and wear PPE.
• Solid English reading/writing and ability to work in shifts.

Responsibilities

• Support Process Engineers in wafer fabrication equipment tests, setup, experiments, data collection and sample submissions.
• Operate processing equipment and advanced tools with recipes defined by engineering teams; collect results and analyze measurements.
• Process test runs and prepare records, charts, and schematics for presentation to engineering to identify yield improvements.
• Provide technical assistance to process development teams and process engineers; assist in troubleshooting and improving lab tools and setups.

Skills

Clean room

PPE

English communication

Shift work

Education

Associates degree or technical diploma in semiconductors/electronics/mechanics/chemistry

Tools

Processing equipment

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 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.

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, wafter 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

• 4-6 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.

Preferred Qualifications

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.

Salary

CA San Francisco Bay Area Salary Range for this position: $27.88 - $53.85.

The above salary range for this position is relevant to applicants that reside or work onsite in the California, San Francisco Bay Area only. Salary offers will depend on factors that include the location you work from, your level, education, training, specific skills, years of experience and comparison to other employees already in this role. Actual salary may vary from salary offered due to numerous factors including but not limited to unpaid time off, unpaid leave, company mandated shutdown, and other relevant factors.

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.