This role pays less than
65%
of similar roles. Most pay
$161,771–$211,200
— the shaded band above.
At the midpoint, this role pays about
$168k
versus about
$186k
for comparable roles.
Based on 240 similar postings.
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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
310 open roles
on FindRole.
Listed pay typically runs
$114,000–$253,000
across 155 roles with salary data.
As a Process Engineer 4 on the OCTO Pathfinding 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 collaborating cross-functionally to address customer roadmaps and business challenges. You will work to improve yields, reduce production costs, and lead technicians through execution activities. The role requires expertise in material science and surface engineering to solve complex problems in deposition, etching, and film fabrication. Key technical requirements include proficiency in MATLAB or Python, experience with Statistical Process Control and Design of Experiments, and familiarity with tools like JMP or Minitab. Relevant domain knowledge includes ALD, CVD, PECVD, PVD, Plasma Physics, RIE, ALE, ICP, and CCP technologies.
What does a Process Engineer earn?
Median $164000 from 41 postings across 8 companies.