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Lam Research

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Work type
Hybrid
Location
Fremont, CA
Salary
$104,000–$231,000 / yr
Posted
41 days ago
Closes
Nov 2, 2026

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This role $168k
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This role pays more than 52% of similar roles. Most pay $139,000–$193,000 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $168k versus about $166k for comparable roles.

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About Lam Research

Lam Research Corporation is a leading American supplier of wafer-fabrication equipment and services to the global semiconductor industry.

Lam Research currently has 383 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $105,000–$231,000 across 188 roles with salary data.

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At a glance

TL;DR · Careers

Join our Platform Global Product Support team for Etch systems as a senior specialist where you will enhance tool productivity by managing global field escalations on Lam platforms. Your day-to-day responsibilities include applying engineering theories to solve complex technical issues, conducting experiments, and generating detailed reports. You’ll take ownership of projects, ensuring seamless hand-offs to support teams while regularly communicating findings to customers. This role requires strong problem-solving skills, the ability to work independently, and excellent communication abilities. Ideal candidates have a degree in Engineering or equivalent experience along with 8+ years of related field support, preferably in semiconductor equipment, automation, and robotics.

What you'll do

  • Actively participate in global platform field escalations for Etch, Deposition, and Clean products.
  • Apply engineering theories to investigate, troubleshoot, analyze results, and recommend solutions for technical issues.
  • Design experiments and tests for new methods or modifications of current materials and components.
  • Generate clear reports justifying technical recommendations for complex problems.
  • Own assigned tasks and projects, ensuring proper release and hand-off of solutions.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering with 8+ years of related experience or higher qualifications.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues independently.
  • Experience in semiconductor equipment field support, including automation and robotics.
  • Ability to design experiments and generate clear reports for technical recommendations.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills, including presentation abilities.
  • Previous project management experience and capability to travel up to 25% of the time.

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