Field Process Engineer IV

Lam Research

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On-site
Location
Hillsboro, OR
Posted
34 days ago
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Confirmed live 2 days ago
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Feb 3, 2027

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

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TL;DR · Field Process Engineer IV

As a Field Process Engineer 4 within the Global Products Group, you will serve as a customer-focused expert on etch and deposition equipment to solve complex challenges in the semiconductor industry. You will provide process support, perform installations, and conduct evaluations for hardware modifications and upgrades at customer sites. Your daily responsibilities include designing experiments, collecting data, performing root cause analysis, and developing best known method recipes while collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet technology roadmaps. You will also provide technical leadership to service engineers and technicians while coordinating statistical analysis of failure rates. To succeed, you must possess a relevant advanced degree in fields like Physics or Material Science, proficiency in data analysis tools, and expertise in Statistical Process Control and Design of Experiments to optimize device architecture and process modules.

What you'll do

  • Provide process support, installation, and troubleshooting for new applications at customer sites.
  • Serve as key field support for Beta sites, evaluations, and first-in-fab installations.
  • Design and conduct experiments to collect data and analyze results for device architecture optimization.
  • Partner with customers to address process deviations through root cause analysis.
  • Develop new or modified processes and define best known method recipes for hardware designs.
  • Provide technical leadership and instruction to Field Service Engineers, technicians, and customers.
  • Coordinate statistical analysis of failure rates and develop continuous improvement plans.
  • Recommend design changes based on performance trends and process development data.

What we're looking for

  • A PhD in Electronics, Chemistry, Physics, Material Science, or a related field is required.
  • A Master of Science degree with 3+ years of relevant work experience is accepted.
  • A Bachelor of Science degree with 6+ years of work experience is accepted.
  • Proficiency in computer applications including data analysis tools, word processing, spreadsheets, and presentation software is required.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills and customer relationship skills are required.
  • Ability to work in a cleanroom environment while wearing personal protective safety equipment or a suit is required.
  • In-depth understanding of Statistical Process Control (SPC) and/or Design of Experiments (DOE) is preferred.
  • Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks with shifting priorities are preferred.

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