RF Engineer 4

Lam Research; California, Fremont (MO, CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as an RF Engineer, where you will design and troubleshoot innovative radio frequency solutions for cutting-edge semiconductor equipment. Your expertise will contribute to the development of advanced power delivery systems, ensuring the highest standards of performance and reliability. Collaborate with a dynamic team of engineers and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of technology. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a rapidly evolving industry, where your contributions will be valued and recognized.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in RF engineering with a Bachelor's degree.
• Hands-on experience with RF measurement equipment and systems.
• Knowledge of high voltage design rules and RF systems.

Responsibilities

• Design and troubleshoot RF solutions for power delivery systems.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on product development.
• Prepare test plans and analyze data for project reviews.

Skills

RF Engineering

Data Analysis

Troubleshooting

Communication Skills

Team Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Master's Degree in Engineering

PhD in Engineering

Tools

Power Meters

Network Analyzers

Spectrum Analyzers

Oscilloscopes

LabView

MathCAD

MatLab

HFSS

Comsol

Maxwell

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 help solve the biggest challenges in the semiconductor industry.

The Impact You'll Make

As an RF Engineer at Lam, you play a crucial role in designing, building, and troubleshooting cutting-edge radio frequency (RF) solutions for power delivery and plasma generation in our Etch and Deposition products. You specialize in utilizing RF as a power source and creating innovative generator designs. Your work paves the way for new power sources to be used in Lam's wafer fabrication equipment.

What You'll Do

• Contribute to research and development efforts for future products and technology by collecting and analyzing data to improve electrical system designs.
• Perform professional RF electrical engineering research, design, development, modification, and evaluation in support of electrical and electro-mechanical subsystems, embedded systems, and power distribution.
• Work within a multidisciplinary engineering design team (Firmware, FPGA, Mechanical, Electrical) to specify, design, and modify custom and OEM system components.
• Collaborate with suppliers to prepare detailed designs, prototype fabrication, testing/verification, and manage production release.
• Prepare and analyze test plans and procedures to ensure technical and operational requirements are met and can be demonstrated properly.
• Collect and analyze relevant material and data for presentations at design, project, and program reviews.
• Lead focused cross-functional teams, initiatives, and serve as a resource and mentor to colleagues.

Who We're Looking For

• Minimum of 8 years of related experience with a Bachelor's degree; or 6 years with a Master's; or 3 years with a PhD.
• Primarily responsible for design/selection, testing, and documentation of RF delivery systems.
• Hands-on experience with complex RF measurement equipment: Power Meters, Network and Spectrum Analyzers, oscilloscopes, field strength meters, etc.
• Experience with RF/uW generator/source, impedance matching networks, transmission lines, and antennas.
• Technical experience in the frequency range 100 KHz to 100 MHz, from single Watt to Kilowatt ranges, and high voltage DC delivery.
• Knowledge of high voltage (>10 KV) and high current (>100 Arms) design rules, including arcing, tracking, heat, and parasitic effects.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Strong analysis and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to drive functional requirements and work effectively in a dynamic team environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with semiconductor capital equipment or related industrial equipment industry.
• Familiarity with RF simulation suites: SPICE, ADS, LabView, MathCAD, MatLab, and analysis tools like HFSS, Comsol, Maxwell.
• Appreciation for understanding challenges and limitations within other disciplines on system designs.
• Working knowledge of industry standards: SEMI, NFPA79, NEC, UL, EN, IEC, ETG, etc.
• Willingness to travel internationally.

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.

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