SEM Imaging Technologist – Wafer-Level & EDS Expert

Lam Research Corporation; Fremont (CA); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Lam Research in the California area is seeking an SEM specialist to image challenging semiconductor structures using SEM, including wafer-level profiling, top-down imaging, and XSEM techniques. The role requires 2+ years of SEM experience and strong communication skills.

Familiarity with EDS/EDX, SEM image optimization, and Best Known Methods for SEM are preferred. Shift-based work is required, with On-site Flex/Virtual Flex options.

Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in a related technical discipline, or equivalent practical experience, with a minimum of 2–4 years of related experience.
• Minimum of 2 years of hands‑on Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM) experience.
• Demonstrated effective written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for supporting a variety of semiconductor applications using SEM to image challenging structures.
• Experience imaging samples at the wafer level, including acquiring profile, sidewall, and top‑down images using SEM.
• Some experience with Energy Dispersive X-ray Spectroscopy (EDS) analysis.
• Knowledge of SEM image optimization for a variety of materials.
• Ability to contribute to the development of Best Known Methods (BKM) for SEM imaging of new applications.
• Ability to perform SEM alignments and correct basic fault conditions on metrology equipment.
• Must possess strong written and verbal communication skills to effectively work with a large internal customer base.

Skills

SEM imaging

XSEM

EDS/EDX analysis

English communication

Education

Associate degree in a related technical discipline

Bachelor’s degree in a related technical discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Lam Research in the California area is seeking an SEM specialist to image challenging semiconductor structures using SEM, including wafer-level profiling, top-down imaging, and XSEM techniques. The role requires 2+ years of SEM experience and strong communication skills.

Familiarity with EDS/EDX, SEM image optimization, and Best Known Methods for SEM are preferred. Shift-based work is required, with On-site Flex/Virtual Flex options.