Field Process Engineer IV

Lam Research

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On-site
Location
Chandler, AZ
Posted
78 days ago
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Confirmed live 2 days ago
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Dec 21, 2026

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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 Customer Support Business Group, you will serve as a customer-focused expert providing process support, installation, and evaluation for critical equipment and processes. You will be responsible for designing and conducting experiments, collecting data, performing root cause analysis to address process deviations, and developing best known method recipes. Your daily work involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to identify design improvements, coordinating statistical analysis of failure rates, and providing technical leadership to field service engineers and technicians. To succeed, you must possess a relevant advanced degree in fields like Physics or Material Science, along with proficiency in data analysis tools, word processing, and presentation software. You will solve complex hardware and process challenges while utilizing core competencies in Statistical Process Control and Design of Experiments to optimize device architecture.

What you'll do

  • Provide process support, installation, and troubleshooting for new and existing equipment at customer sites.
  • Serve as primary field support for Beta sites, evaluations, and first-in-fab installations.
  • Design experiments, collect data, and analyze results to optimize device architecture and process modules.
  • Perform root cause analysis to address process deviations and meet customer requirements for new technologies.
  • Develop best known method recipes and partner with hardware engineers to define chamber requirements.
  • Provide technical leadership and instruction to Field Service Engineers and technicians on repairs and operations.
  • Coordinate statistical analysis of failure rates and develop continuous improvement plans.
  • Recommend design changes for technical solutions based on monitored performance trends.

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 at least 3 years of relevant work experience is acceptable.
  • A Bachelor of Science degree with at least 6 years of relevant work experience is acceptable.
  • 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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