Process Engineer IV

Lam Research

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Work type
On-site
Location
Fremont, CA
Salary
$104,000–$231,000 / yr
Posted
56 days ago
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Confirmed live yesterday
Closes
Jan 13, 2027

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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.

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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, development, and evaluation of processing techniques to improve manufacturing yields and reduce production costs. Your daily responsibilities include analyzing test data to establish process specifications, collaborating with cross-functional teams on customer demonstrations, and providing guidance to technicians. The role requires expertise in material science and surface engineering to solve complex fabrication challenges. You will utilize tools such as MATLAB, Python, JMP, or Minitab while applying Statistical Process Control and Design of Experiments methodologies. Relevant technical domains include Atomic Layer Deposition, Chemical Vapor Deposition, Plasma Physics, Reactive Ion Etching, and various material characterization techniques to support the next generation of semiconductor technology.

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 establish process specifications and determine next steps in development.
  • Review and enhance manufacturing techniques used in the fabrication of products.
  • Coordinate with customers and cross-functional teams to address roadmaps and business challenges.
  • Contribute to the design and release of next-generation products for the semiconductor roadmap.
  • Provide leadership, direction, and 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 6+ years of experience is required.
  • A PhD and 3+ years of experience is an acceptable alternative to the Master's degree requirement.
  • Equivalent professional experience may be substituted for the specified educational degrees.
  • Experience in semiconductor manufacturing, process design, deposition, etch dielectrics, or metal films is preferred.
  • Knowledge of specific deposition techniques such as ALD, CVD, PECVD, or PVD is preferred.
  • Familiarity with plasma physics and etching technologies like RIE, ALE, ICP, or CCP is preferred.
  • Proficiency in scientific computing languages including MATLAB or Python is preferred.
  • Experience with Statistical Process Control (SPC), Design of Experiments (DOE), and statistical tools like JMP or Minitab is preferred.

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