Project Engineer II

Lam Research

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Quick summary

Work type
Hybrid
Location
Fremont, CA
Salary
$73,000–$159,000 / yr
Posted
29 days ago
Freshness
Confirmed live yesterday
Closes
Feb 9, 2027

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Salary context

Below market

How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $149k
This role $116k
$59k most similar roles pay here $201k

This role pays less than 75% of similar roles. Most pay $118,050–$179,000 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $116k versus about $149k for comparable roles.

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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.

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At a glance

TL;DR · Project Engineer II

As a Project Engineer 2 within the Global Products Group, you will drive advancements in the design and development of etch and deposition products for the semiconductor industry. You will lead cross-functional teams to execute engineering projects, focusing on continuous improvement throughout the development lifecycle and bringing Etch AI initiatives to life. Your daily responsibilities include creating process documentation, developing training materials, and managing project plans to ensure results are delivered on time and within budget. The role requires expertise in Model Based Definition, Product Lifecycle Management, and ERP systems. You will utilize tools such as Excel, SQL, Python, C++, and Git/GitHub while applying OOAD principles to deploy scalable AI services. Key technical competencies include managing vector databases, designing RAG and Agentic Workflows, and performing data visualization to draw business-relevant conclusions.

What you'll do

  • Execute and drive Etch AI initiatives to bring new technologies to life.
  • Improve engineering development processes, communication tools, and internal engineering practices.
  • Develop evaluation methods to assess process strengths and identify areas for improvement.
  • Create and maintain comprehensive technical documentation and training materials.
  • Present project plans to senior management to gain buy-in and deliver results.
  • Manage cross-functional teams to align requirements and functionality with stakeholders.
  • Utilize PLM principles and CAD automation to improve engineering efficiency.
  • Design and deploy scalable AI services using RAG, Agentic Workflows, and Vector databases.

What we're looking for

  • Minimum of 4 years experience with a Bachelor's degree, or 2 years with a Master's degree, or equivalent experience.
  • Experience designing RAG and Agentic Workflows, managing Vector databases, and using OOAD principles for scalable AI services.
  • Experience with Model Based Definition (MBD), including part/assembly modeling, on-model annotations, and Technical Data Packages.
  • Proficiency in Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) principles, processes, and methodologies.
  • Experience in data analysis to draw business conclusions and using data visualization tools.
  • Proficiency in Excel is required; knowledge of VBA, SQL, JMP, Qlik, Access, QuickBase, SAP, or Matlab is a plus.
  • Preferred experience with C++, Python, SQL, Git/GitHub, and REST API.
  • Strong leadership, communication, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills to manage cross-functional teams.

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