Process Engineer IV

Lam Research

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Work type
Hybrid
Location
Fremont, CA
Salary
$104,000–$231,000 / yr
Posted
134 days ago
Freshness
Confirmed live yesterday
Closes
Oct 26, 2026

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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 299 open roles on FindRole.

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TL;DR · Process Engineer IV

As a Process Engineer 4 within the Global Products Group, you will contribute to the design and engineering of etch and deposition products for the semiconductor industry. You will conduct research, develop new process formulations, and enhance manufacturing techniques to improve yields and reduce costs. Your daily work involves analyzing test data to define process specifications, collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet customer roadmaps, and providing guidance to technicians. The role requires expertise in materials science, surface engineering, and advanced technologies such as ALD, CVD, PECVD, PVD, RIE, ALE, ICP, and CCP. You will utilize technical skills in Statistical Process Control, Design of Experiments, and material characterization while utilizing tools like MATLAB, Python, JMP, or Minitab to solve complex problems involving dielectrics, conductors, and metal films within the semiconductor manufacturing landscape.

What does a Process Engineer earn?

Median $154500 from 30 postings across 6 companies.

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What you'll do

  • Conduct research, development, and evaluation for cutting-edge semiconductor equipment and systems.
  • Develop and sustain new processes to reduce production costs and increase yields.
  • Analyze test data to define process specifications and determine next steps in development.
  • Review and enhance manufacturing techniques used in product fabrication.
  • Coordinate with customers and partners to understand roadmaps, requirements, and business challenges.
  • Contribute to the design 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 PhD degree is required for candidates with no prior experience.
  • A Master's degree and at least three years of related experience are required.
  • A Bachelor's degree and at least five years of related experience are required.
  • Experience in semiconductor process design, deposition, or etch technologies including dielectrics, conductors, and metal films is required.
  • Experience with ALD, CVD, PECVD, PVD, RIE, ALE, ICP, or CCP processes is required.
  • Knowledge of material synthesis, characterization, surface preparation, and analytical techniques is required.
  • In-depth understanding of Statistical Process Control (SPC) and/or Design of Experiments (DOE) is required.
  • Proficiency in MATLAB, Python, JMP, Minitab, or other scientific computing and statistical tools is required.

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