RF/Plasma Engineer 3

Lam Research; Fremont (CA); On-site; USD 119,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

Lam Research is looking for a RF/Plasma Engineer in Fremont, California, to design, build, and troubleshoot RF solutions for their Etch and Deposition products. Candidates should have a strong background in RF measurement equipment and complex system design, with a minimum of 5 years of experience or equivalent. The salary range for this position is $119,000.00 - $220,000.00, depending on various factors including experience and education. Lam emphasizes diversity and is an equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of related experience or equivalent.
• Experience with complex RF measurement equipment.
• Familiarity with high-voltage design rules is desired.

Responsibilities

• Perform engineering research and design for RF solutions.
• Work with a multidisciplinary design team.
• Prepare and analyze test plans to meet operational requirements.

Skills

RF measurement equipment

Design of RF delivery systems

Troubleshooting skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent

Tools

SPICE

LabView

MATLAB

HFSS

COMSOL

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 RF/Plasma 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

• Perform professional electrical engineering research, design, development, modification, and evaluation in support of electrical and electro‑mechanical systems/subsystems.
• Work with a multidisciplinary engineering design team—including electrical, mechanical, software, process, and technical support—to design, modify custom and OEM embedded system components.
• Prepare and analyze test plans and procedures to assure that technical and operational requirements are met and properly demonstrated.
• Collect and analyze pertinent material and data in preparation of presentations at design, project, and program reviews.

Who We’re Looking For

• Typically requires a minimum of 5 years of related experience with a bachelor’s degree; or 3 years and a master’s degree; or a PhD without experience; or equivalent work experience.
• Primarily responsible for design/selection, testing and documentation of RF delivery systems (100 kHz to 100 MHz; Watt to Kilowatt ranges).
• Must have experience with complex RF measurement equipment (Power Meters, Network, Impedance, and Spectrum Analyzers, etc.).
• Familiarity with high‑voltage (>1 kV) design rules/practices DC–100 MHz is also desired.
• Experience with SPICE, LabView, MathCAD or MATLAB, and analysis tools (HFSS, COMSOL, Microwave Studio) is preferred.
• Experience in or fundamental knowledge of plasma processing, plasma sources and plasma loads is a plus.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Outstanding analysis and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to drive functional requirements and execute in a dynamic‑team environment.

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.

Salary

CA San Francisco Bay Area Salary Range for this position: $119,000.00 - $220,000.00. 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.