Project Engineer 4 - Processes & Standards

Lam Research Salzburg GmbH; Fremont (CA); On-site; USD 104,000 - 231,000; Full time

Job summary

Lam Research in Fremont, CA, United States, is seeking a Project Engineer to drive advancements in the design and development of Lam’s products within the Global Products Group. You will leverage CAD efficiency, standards, and cross-functional coordination to deliver projects on time and within budget.

Ideal candidates have extensive experience in data analysis, PLM, 3D modeling, and engineering processes, with strong leadership and communication capabilities.

Qualifications

• Eight or more years of related experience with a Bachelor's degree, or six years with a Master’s degree.
• Experience in analyzing data to draw business-relevant conclusions and in data visualization techniques and tools.
• Process knowledge in Product Lifecycle Management (PLM).
• Experience with engineering product development processes and best practices.
• Proficiency in 3D modeling.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Solid organizational skills, including attention to detail and multi-tasking.
• Strong leadership, influencing, negotiating and conflict resolution skills, with applicable experience.
• Self-starter mentality.

Responsibilities

• Develop and document new standards and best methods for product development and essential business workflows.
• Lead software development within CAD with a focus on improving engineering efficiency and quality.
• Work cross-functionally to align with stakeholders on requirements and functionality.
• Develop and maintain training for the engineering community on a variety of topics to foster knowledge sharing.
• Present project plans to senior management, gain buy-in and deliver results.

Skills

Data analysis

Data visualization

PLM knowledge

Engineering process

3D modeling

MS Office

Communication

Leadership

Self-starter

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree

Tools

NX

Teamcenter

Power Apps

Power BI

Job description

In your career, let’s prove what’s possible.

At Lam Research, we create equipmentthat drives technological advancements in the semiconductor industry. Our innovative solutions enable chipmakers to power progress in nearly all aspects of modern life, and it takes each member of our team to make it possible.

Across our organization, our employees come to work and change the world. We take on the toughest challenges with precision and accuracy. We push for the next big semiconductor breakthrough. We lead the way in one of the most critical and fast-moving industries on the planet. And we do it together, with deep connections and limitless collaboration.

The impact we have on the world is made possible by focusing on our people. So we recognize and celebrate our teams’ achievements. We strive to create an inclusive and diverse culture where everyone’s contribution and voice has value. We evaluate and evolve our offerings, so our people receive the support and empowerment to do meaningful things for their lives, careers, and communities.

Because at Lam, we believe that when people are the priority and they’re inspired to unleash the power of innovation for a better world together, anything is possible.

Date: Jul 26, 2026

Location: Fremont, CA, US, 94538

Worker Category: On-site

The group you’ll be a part of

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

The impact you’ll make

As a Project Engineer at Lam, you're not merely managing projects - you're driving advancements integral to the design and development of Lam's products. In this role, you will leverage your knowledge of enabling CAD efficiencies and automation, as well as your passion for standards that drive consistent and effective design practices. In coordination with internal customers’ needs, you will coordinate cross-functional teams of impacted stakeholders and perform non-technical project management to completion, both on time and within budget.

What you’ll do

• High level: Continuous Improvement. This includes all elements of the engineering development and release process, from the tools we use to communicate, to the engineering practices themselves. Specific duties are called out below.


• Develop and document new standards and best methods for product development and essential business workflows.


• Support Lam’s overall digital transformation initiative as it pertains to engineering processes.


• Lead, as project manager, software development within CAD with a focus on improvements in engineering efficiency and quality.


• Work cross-functionally to align with stakeholders on requirements and functionality.


• Develop and maintain training for the engineering community on a variety of topics to foster effective knowledge sharing.


• Present project plans to senior management, gain buy in and deliver results.

Who we’re looking for

• Expected minimum of 8 years of related experience with a Bachelor’s degree; or 6 years and a Master’s degree; or equivalent experience.


• Experience in analyzing data to draw business-relevant conclusions and in data visualization techniques and tools.


• Process knowledge in Product Lifecycle Management (PLM).


• Experience with engineering product development processes and best practices.


• Proficiency in 3D modeling.


• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office.


• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.


• Solid organizational skills, including attention to detail and multi-tasking.


• Strong leadership skills, influencing, negotiating and conflict resolution, with applicable experience.


• Self-starter mentality.

Preferred qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Materials Science.


• Knowledge of product configuration and manufacturing.


• Strong technical writing skills.


• Design experience, including strong working knowledge of GD&T, and Design for Manufacturing (DFM).


• Specific tool experience with NX and Teamcenter.


• Demonstrable capability with NX Journaling, Power Apps, PowerBI or other programming languages.


• Proficiency in use of AI tools such as Copilot.

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.

CA San Francisco Bay Area Salary Range for this position: $104,000.00 - $231,000.00.

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.

Nearest Major Market: San Francisco
Nearest Secondary Market: Oakland
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