Sample Prep Technician 3 1

Lam Research Salzburg GmbH; Tualatin (OR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site work

Hybrid/Remote work options

Job summary

Lam Research in Oregon is seeking a dedicated lab technician to support the Global Products Group. You will prepare samples, follow established procedures, and ensure quality before loading into STEM tools, contributing to semiconductor process development.

This on-site role emphasizes careful, detail-oriented work, with opportunities to advance into electron microscopy within the group. Lam offers hybrid options, flexible location models, and comprehensive benefits to support your growth and

Qualifications

• Associate's degree, technical certificate, or higher in a discipline relevant to the semiconductor industry such as Microelectronics Technology, Physics/Engineering, Computer Science, etc.
• 0-2 years of related work experience in the semiconductor industry, especially handling silicon wafers, processing wafers in fab tools, cleaving wafers into coupons, and identifying features of interest based on a wafer schematic.
• Effective communication skills, written and verbal, in English.
• Ability to work a compressed shift schedule.

Responsibilities

• Take care of sample preparation tasks which are required before loading samples into our STEM tools. May include ALD coatings, application of other protective coatings, identifying and marking areas of interest based on a schematic, resizing samples, and similar tasks.
• Follow fixed procedures and repeat with a wide variety of sample configurations.
• Perform sample intake and outgoing procedures which includes screening for physical and digital quality and photographing contents. Identify and set aside samples which do not meet lab's submission expectations.
• Assisting other lab assistants with shipping responsibilities
• Especially successful, tenured techs in this role may pursue a career in electron microscopy within our group.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Pattern recognition

Semiconductor basics

Detail-oriented

Willingness to learn

Education

Associate's degree or higher in Microelectronics/related field

Job description

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

At Lam Research, we create equipment that 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 25, 2026

Location:
Tualatin, Oregon, 97062

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 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.

What you'll do

• Take care of sample preparation tasks which are required before loading samples into our STEM tools. May include ALD coatings, application of other protective coatings, identifying and marking areas of interest based on a schematic, resizing samples, and similar tasks.
• Follow fixed procedures and repeat with a wide variety of sample configurations.
• Perform sample intake and outgoing procedures which includes screening for physical and digital quality and photographing contents. Identify and set aside samples which do not meet lab's submission expectations.
• Assisting other lab assistants with shipping responsibilities
• Especially successful, tenured techs in this role may pursue a career in electron microscopy within our group.

Ideal Qualities

• Good troubleshooting and pattern recognition skills
• Understanding of how semiconductors are created
• Sees task repetition as an opportunity to iterate and innovate better methods
• Careful, detail oriented observer
• Fond of learning and responds well to feedback

Preferred qualifications

• Associate's degree, technical certificate, or higher in a discipline relevant to the semiconductor industry such as Microelectronics Technology, Physics/Engineering, Computer Science, etc.
• 0-2 years of related work experience in the semiconductor industry, especially handling silicon wafers, processing wafers in fab tools, cleaving wafers into coupons, and identifying features of interest based on a wafer schematic.
• Effective communication skills, written and verbal, in English.
• Ability to work a compressed 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.

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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.

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