Senior Wet Etch Manufacturing Development Engineer
Intel Corporation
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Job summary
Intel Corporation in Hillsboro, OR is hiring a Senior Wet Etch Manufacturing Development Engineer within the MDCE organization. You will lead advanced process development, optimize manufacturing processes, and drive technology roadmaps for next‑generation semiconductor devices.
You will collaborate with suppliers and internal teams to enable high‑volume manufacturing, optimize yield, and implement equipment changes to reduce defects while aligning with industry trends and customer requirements.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, Mechanical Engineering, or in a STEM related field
- 7+ years of semiconductor manufacturing, process development, or technology development experience
- 1+ years of Design of Experiments (DOE) and statistical process control
- 2+ years of root‑cause analysis capabilities using structured problem‑solving and data analytics
- 2+ years of experience with module integration and interactions across semiconductor processes including; etch, deposition, CMP, or lithography
- Experience in process optimization, defect reduction, and manufacturing improvements
- Hands‑on experience with advanced manufacturing processes (e.g. etching, material science, and/or equipment metrology)
Responsibilities
- Lead design, development, and optimization of sophisticated manufacturing processes
- Drive parameter optimization, material selection, and system design to exceed functional requirements
- Conduct feasibility studies using theoretical simulations and practical engineering methodologies
- Enable innovative device architectures that define next‑generation semiconductor capabilities
- Develop comprehensive technology roadmaps for future manufacturing processes
- Identify and pursue opportunities to advance Intel's process capabilities
- Conduct pathfinding activities aligned with industry trends and customer requirements
- Integrate emerging technologies into Intel's manufacturing ecosystem
- Implement equipment modifications to enhance production efficiency and reduce defects
- Drive complex problem‑solving initiatives for defect reduction and yield improvement
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external suppliers on critical enabling technologies
- Ensure seamless integration across etch, deposition, CMP, and lithography modules
- Stay current with industrial trends and breakthrough technologies
- Apply disciplined execution and data‑driven problem‑solving methods
- Lead root‑cause analysis using structured approaches and advanced analytics
- Drive solutions from concept through factory implementation
- Ability to thrive in fast‑paced, dynamic environments
- Commitment to maintaining highest standards of safety, quality, and compliance
- Experience with advanced foundry customer requirements and specifications
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Job description
Shape the Future of Semiconductor Manufacturing at Intel Join Intel's newest and most innovative organization—Manufacturing Development Customer Engineering (MDCE)—where you'll bridge the critical gap between breakthrough technology development and high-volume manufacturing. As a Senior Wet Etch Manufacturing Development Engineer, you'll be at the forefront of advancing next-generation semiconductor technologies that power the world's most sophisticated devices.
MDCE represents Intel's strategic evolution within Intel Foundry Technology Manufacturing (FTM). We're the vital link that transforms cutting‑edge research into manufacturable reality, advancing technology nodes from initial qualification to high‑yield production while delivering enhanced solutions for foundry customers worldwide.
Drive technology innovation that defines Intel's future roadmap while enabling advanced manufacturing processes that set industry standards. You'll develop next‑generation device architectures, support high‑volume production scaling, and collaborate with world‑class suppliers to deliver breakthrough solutions that maintain Intel's semiconductor leadership.
Your innovations will power billions of devices globally, ensuring Intel's continued dominance in delivering world‑class silicon solutions that push the boundaries of what's technologically possible.
- Lead design, development, and optimization of sophisticated manufacturing processes
- Drive parameter optimization, material selection, and system design to exceed functional requirements
- Conduct feasibility studies using theoretical simulations and practical engineering methodologies
- Enable innovative device architectures that define next‑generation semiconductor capabilities
- Develop comprehensive technology roadmaps for future manufacturing processes
- Identify and pursue opportunities to advance Intel's process capabilities
- Conduct pathfinding activities aligned with industry trends and customer requirements
- Integrate emerging technologies into Intel's manufacturing ecosystem
- Implement equipment modifications to enhance production efficiency and reduce defects
- Drive complex problem‑solving initiatives for defect reduction and yield improvement
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external suppliers on critical enabling technologies
- Ensure seamless integration across etch, deposition, CMP, and lithography modules
- Stay current with industrial trends and breakthrough technologies
- Apply disciplined execution and data‑driven problem‑solving methods
- Lead root‑cause analysis using structured approaches and advanced analytics
- Drive solutions from concept through factory implementation
- Ability to thrive in fast‑paced, dynamic environments
- Commitment to maintaining highest standards of safety, quality, and compliance
- Experience with advanced foundry customer requirements and specifications
- Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, Mechanical Engineering, or in a STEM related field
- 7+ years of semiconductor manufacturing, process development, or technology development experience
- 1+ years of experience in Design of Experiments (DOE) and statistical process control
- 2+ years of experience in root‑cause analysis capabilities using structured problem‑solving and data analytics.
- 2+ years of experience with module integration and interactions across semiconductor processes including; etch, deposition, CMP, or lithography.
- Experience in process optimization, defect reduction, and manufacturing improvements
- Hands‑on experience with advanced manufacturing processes (e.g. etching, material science, and/or equipment metrology)
- Post Graduate degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, Mechanical Engineering, or in a STEM related field
- Experience with cutting‑edge technology nodes (sub‑10nm logic or leading‑edge foundry nodes)
- Proven track record collaborating with equipment and materials suppliers
- Cross‑functional leadership experience leading task forces for yield improvements and technology ramp
- History of mentoring junior engineers and serving as technical focal point
- Strong ownership mindset with ability to drive initiatives from concept to factory deployment
- Innovation Leadership: Drive breakthrough technologies that set industry standards
- Global Impact: Your work powers devices used by billions worldwide
- Cutting‑Edge Technology: Work with the most advanced semiconductor processes
- Elite Collaboration: Partner with world‑class suppliers and internal experts
- Career Growth: Lead initiatives that directly impact Intel's strategic roadmap
- Mission‑Critical: Bridge the gap between research breakthroughs and manufacturing reality
Join Intel's most dynamic organization where innovation meets manufacturing excellence. MDCE offers unparalleled opportunities to shape the future of semiconductor technology while working with the industry's most advanced processes and brightest minds. Ready to define the next generation of semiconductor manufacturing? At MDCE, your expertise doesn't just advance technology… it transforms entire industries. Join us in building the foundation for tomorrow's technological breakthroughs
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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance.
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We offer a total compensation package that ranks among the best in the industry. It consists of competitive pay, stock bonuses, and benefit programs which include health, retirement, and vacation. Find out more about the benefits of working at Intel.
$155,520.00-298,440.00 USD
This role will be eligible for our hybrid work model which allows employees to split their time between working on‑site at their assigned Intel site and off‑site.
* Job posting details (such as work model, location or time type) are subject to change.
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