This role pays more than
80%
of similar roles. Most pay
$146,000–$197,500
— the shaded band above.
At the midpoint, this role pays about
$198k
versus about
$172k
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
299 open roles
on FindRole.
Listed pay typically runs
$114,000–$253,000
across 141 roles with salary data.
As a Process Engineer 5 within the Customer Support Business Group, you will drive innovation in semiconductor manufacturing by developing advanced process formulations and defining equipment hardware to meet specific processing requirements. You will conduct research, evaluate test data to establish process specifications, and collaborate cross-functionally to improve yields while reducing production costs. The role involves managing customer demonstrations, providing leadership to technicians, and advancing next-generation product development for the semiconductor roadmap. Key technical competencies include expertise in surface preparation, material synthesis, and characterization. You will utilize tools such as JMP or Minitab and programming languages like MATLAB and Python. Specialized domain knowledge includes Statistical Process Control, Design of Experiments, and advanced techniques such as ALD, CVD, PECVD, PVD, RIE, ALE, ICP, and CCP to solve complex material science and surface engineering challenges.
What does a Process Engineer earn?
Median $154500 from 30 postings across 6 companies.