Senior Process Engineer - Plasma

ASM; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Dormont Manufacturing Co is seeking R&D-oriented Engineers to enhance semiconductor manufacturing equipment, focusing on plasma-based chambers. Ideal candidates have a PhD in a related field or a Master's degree with significant experience.

Your responsibilities will include conducting research, performing hardware characterization, and collaborating in multi-disciplined fields. Strong communication skills and knowledge of low-pressure RF plasma systems are essential.

Join us in advancing cutting-edge technology to improve lives globally!

Qualifications

• PhD in a relevant field or Master's with at least 3 years experience.
• Familiarity with thin-film & chemical characterization techniques.
• Experience with plasma diagnostics and hardware characterization.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research and development of semiconductor manufacturing components.
• Design experiments and analyze process development results.
• Develop and improve equipment specifications and functionalities.

Skills

In-depth knowledge of low-pressure RF plasma systems

Strong understanding of plasma-surface interactions

Excellent communication skills

Education

PhD in Physics, Engineering, Material Science or Master degree with experience

Tools

COMSOL

Ansys HFSS

CST studio

Job description

Step into a career with ASM, where cutting edge technology meets collaborative culture.

For over 55 years ASM has been ahead of what’s next, at the forefront of innovation and what’s technologically possible. With more than 4,500 ASMers representing 70 nationalities, our people and our advanced semiconductor devices are playing a crucial role in trends such as 5G, cloud computing, AI, and autonomous driving. But we’re more than just a tech company. We value diversity, inclusion and sustainability as we strive to make a positive impact on the world. Our development programs help support your growth, shaping your future and pushing the boundaries of innovation to unleash potential.

We are seeking R&D-oriented Engineers to join our team in the development and improvement of semiconductor manufacturing equipment, specifically focusing on plasma-based chambers.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct research and development of components and mechanisms, including concept creation, feasibility studies, and practical evaluation/testing.
• Perform hardware characterization, define process window, and analyze process‑hardware interaction.
• Design experiments, collect data, analyze results, and compile reports on various process development experiments.
• Develop new equipment and functionalities, as well as improve existing equipment, from specification to detailed design.
• Ability to function in multi‑disciplined fields (Process development, Hardware development and Metrology).

Required Skills

• PhD in Physics, Engineering (Chemical, Electrical, Mechanical, or related fields), Material Science or Master degree with at least 3 years professional experience.
• In-depth knowledge of low‑pressure RF plasma systems, including ICP, CCP, and microwave plasma sources.
• Strong understanding of plasma‑surface interactions, and precursor/plasma chemistry. Familiarity with PECVD, PEALD, RIE process mechanisms.
• Excellent communication skills for technical documentation, cross‑functional collaboration, and customer‑facing discussions.

Preferred Skills

• Familiarity with epitaxial silicon growth and characterization.
• Familiarity with EM and multi‑physics simulation tools (e.g., COMSOL, High Frequency Simulation software such as Ansys HFSS, CST studio).
• Familiarity with plasma diagnostics (e.g., Langmuir probes, OES, VI probes).
• Familiarity with common thin‑film & chemical characterization & metrology techniques including: SEM, TEM, XRD, Ellipsometry, XPS / AES as well as ICP‑MS, particle analysis, sheet resistance probe analysis, etc.

Apply today to be part of what’s next.

We make the tech that enables the chips in devices which improve lives around the world. We do this with an eye to the future, pushing the boundaries of what’s possible through cutting‑edge innovation, and driving the next wave of technological breakthroughs that shape how we live, work, and connect.

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