Senior Wet Etch Manufacturing Development Engineer

Intel; Hillsboro (OR); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Intel is seeking a Senior Wet Etch Manufacturing Development Engineer to help shape next‑gen semiconductor manufacturing within the MDCE organization. You will lead design, development, and optimization of advanced etch processes, collaborating with suppliers to scale high‑volume production and drive yield improvements.

Responsibilities include developing technology roadmaps, optimizing processes, and applying data‑driven problem solving from concept through factory implementation in a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical/Electrical/Materials/Physics/Mechanical Eng or STEM field.
• 7+ years in semiconductor manufacturing, process or technology development.
• 1+ years of DOE and statistical process control experience.
• 2+ years of experience with module integration across etch, deposition, CMP, or lithography.
• Hands-on experience with advanced manufacturing processes and metrology.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, development, and optimization of complex manufacturing processes.
• Drive parameter optimization, material selection, and system design to exceed requirements.
• Conduct feasibility studies using simulations and practical methods.
• Develop device architectures for next-generation semiconductor capabilities.
• Create technology roadmaps and integrate emerging technologies into manufacturing.

Skills

DOE

Statistical analysis

Root-cause analysis

Process optimization

Semiconductor manufacturing

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Postgraduate degree (preferred)

Job description

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.

Organization Impact

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.

Your Role in Technology Leadership

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.

Direct Impact

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.

Core Responsibilities

Advanced Process Development

• 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

Strategic Technology Leadership

• 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

Manufacturing Excellence

• 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

Innovation & Continuous Improvement

• 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

Operational Excellence

• 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

Qualifications

The Minimum qualifications are required to be initially considered for this position. Minimum qualifications listed below would be obtained through a combination of industry relevant job experience, internship experience and / or schoolwork/classes/research. The preferred qualifications are in addition to the minimum requirements and are considered a plus factor in identifying top candidates.

Minimum 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 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)

Preferred Qualifications

• 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 dep