Process Engineer III

Lam Research

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On-site
Location
Albany, NY
Posted
60 days ago
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Confirmed live 2 days ago
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Jan 9, 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 · Process Engineer III

As a Process Engineer 3 within the Advanced Technology Integration team, you will drive innovation in semiconductor manufacturing by developing advanced process formulations and defining equipment hardware to meet specific processing requirements. Your daily responsibilities include conducting research, evaluating test data to establish process specifications, and improving techniques to reduce production costs while increasing yields. You will collaborate with internal teams to manage customer demos and contribute to next-generation product development for the semiconductor roadmap. The role requires expertise in material science or chemical engineering, utilizing tools such as MATLAB, Python, JMP, or Minitab. Key technical domains include Atomic Layer Deposition, Chemical Vapor Deposition, Plasma Physics, and Reactive Ion Etching. You will apply Statistical Process Control and Design of Experiments to solve complex problems involving surface engineering and advanced material characterization in a high-tech manufacturing environment.

What does a Process Engineer earn?

Median $154500 from 30 postings across 6 companies.

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What you'll do

  • Conduct process engineering research and development for cutting-edge semiconductor equipment and systems.
  • Develop and sustain new processes to reduce production costs and increase yields.
  • Review and enhance manufacturing techniques used in product fabrication.
  • Analyze test data to establish process specifications and determine next steps in development.
  • Coordinate design requirements to ensure compatibility of processing methods with hardware.
  • Contribute to the development and release of next-generation products for the semiconductor roadmap.
  • Provide leadership and technical guidance to process technicians during execution activities.

What we're looking for

  • A Master's degree in Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Physics, or a related field with 3+ years of experience is required.
  • A PhD in a relevant field is accepted as an alternative to the Master's and experience requirement.
  • Experience in laboratory work and on semiconductor equipment with surface preparation and analytical techniques is preferred.
  • In-depth understanding of Statistical Process Control (SPC) and/or Design of Experiments (DOE) is preferred.
  • Proficiency in MATLAB, Python, or other similar scientific computing languages is preferred.
  • Working knowledge of statistical analysis, problem-solving methodologies, and tools like JMP or Minitab is preferred.
  • Experience with deposition techniques (ALD, CVD, PECVD, PVD) or plasma physics and etching processes is preferred.
  • Knowledge of material synthesis, characterization, and experience in collaborative matrixed environments is preferred.

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