Systems Engineer 4

Lam Research

Hybrid

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Work type: Hybrid
Location: Fremont, CA
Salary: $119,000–$261,000 / yr
Posted: 2 days ago
Closes: Dec 12, 2026
Nearby: 99+ roles within 25 mi

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Above market

How this pay compares to similar roles

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This role $190k

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This role pays more than 70% of similar roles. Most pay $137,500–$195,000 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $190k versus about $166k 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 384 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $105,000–$231,000 across 189 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Systems Engineer 4

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As a Systems Engineer 4 at Lam Research, you will lead the definition and integration of complex semiconductor equipment systems, serving as a key technical liaison between process engineering and multidisciplinary teams. Your responsibilities include drafting and maintaining a Systems Engineering Management Plan (SEMP), translating customer needs into clear requirements, and developing system architectures using INCOSE-aligned practices. You will also coordinate safety and reliability activities, conduct architecture trade studies, and ensure thorough verification and validation of systems. The role requires proficiency in Python, VS Code, GitHub Copilot, and frameworks like LangChain and LangGraph to enhance engineering productivity under human oversight. Ideal candidates have a strong background in mechanical or electrical engineering, experience with semiconductor equipment, and expertise in INCOSE practices and ISO standards for lifecycle management.

Skills

Python VS Code GitHub Copilot LangChain LangGraph INCOSE ISO/IEC/IEEE 15288 ISO/IEC/IEEE 29148 CI/CD

What you'll do

Lead technical scoping and planning for new products and technology changes.
Translate customer needs into clear system requirements using INCOSE practices.
Develop and maintain system architecture, interface definitions, and functional breakdowns.
Drive gap analysis and closure planning to support sound technical decisions.
Generate key systems engineering work products like P&IDs and SW specifications.

What we're looking for

At least 8 years of experience in a technical field with relevant degree.
Proven ability to integrate inputs from multiple disciplines for complex systems.
Experience drafting and maintaining Systems Engineering Management Plans (SEMP).
Strong skills in translating needs into structured requirements and work products.
Proficiency in Python and modern engineering development environments like VS Code.
Familiarity with INCOSE systems engineering practices and ISO standards.
Experience with AI-assisted workflows to enhance engineering productivity.

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