Senior Process Engineer - Semiconductor & ALD Tech (Hybrid)

Lam Research; Tualatin (OR); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Lam Research Corporation in the United States seeks a Process Engineer to advance semiconductor processing. You will develop and optimize deposition, etch, and surface engineering methods, review data, and define processing requirements to meet customer needs.

You’ll lead cross-functional teams, support customer demos, and guide technicians. A strong background in materials science or related field with 8+ years (or PhD with 5+ years) is expected, with expertise in ALD, CVD, PECVD, or PVD.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree with 8+ years of experience or PhD with 5+ years’ experience.
• Familiarity with semiconductor lab equipment, surface preparation, and analytical techniques.
• In-depth understanding of Statistical Process Control (SPC) and/or Design of Experiments (DOE).
• Working knowledge of statistical analysis and problem-solving methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Conduct process engineering research, development, and evaluation for Lam’s semiconductor equipment.
• Review and optimize processing techniques used in manufacturing and fabrication.
• Develop and sustain new processes to reduce costs and increase yields.
• Analyze test data to guide process development and specify limits and variables.
• Collaborate with internal teams and customers to plan data collection and report demos.
• Partner cross-functionally to understand roadmaps and business challenges.
• Contribute to next-generation product development and releases supporting the semiconductor roadmap.
• Provide leadership and direction to process technicians to support execution.
• Collaborate with customers to introduce and drive adoption of new technologies at their sites.

Skills

MATLAB

Python

SPC/DOE

JMP/Minitab

Materials characterization

Education

Master's degree in Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry or Physics or related field

PhD with 5+ years’ experience

Tools

JMP

Minitab

Job description

Lam Research Corporation in the United States seeks a Process Engineer to advance semiconductor processing. You will develop and optimize deposition, etch, and surface engineering methods, review data, and define processing requirements to meet customer needs.

You’ll lead cross-functional teams, support customer demos, and guide technicians. A strong background in materials science or related field with 8+ years (or PhD with 5+ years) is expected, with expertise in ALD, CVD, PECVD, or PVD.