Process Integration Engineer (ITL)

Process Integration Engineer (ITL)San Diego / Riverside, CASalary: $100,000 - $200,000About the RoleOur client, a fast-scaling semiconductor technology company in the high-speed communications space, is seeking a Process Integration Engineer to help mature state-of-the-art devices from development into full production. This role centers on building repeatable, high-yield manufacturing processes for highly specialized photonic and semiconductor devices.What You'll DoBuild and drive integration plans and schedules across established manufacturing tools and process flowsOwn the interactions between major process modules (etch, films, litho, and others) within an integrated flowCorrelate final device performance to inline factory measurements, metrics, and process steps, then turn that data into reports and improvement proposalsPartner closely with Operations and Process Development teams to keep programs on trackHold internal and external partners accountable to milestones and clear technical roadblocksAnalyze metrology results and disposition lots against defined pass/fail criteriaWhat You BringBachelor's degree in Semiconductor Engineering, Materials Science, Chemistry, or a related fieldBroad, hands-on experience across dielectric and metal deposition, CMP, dry-etch, wet-etch, and photolithographyWorking knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and statistical toolsIntegration engineering experience in advanced semiconductor or MEMS process development (highly desired)Strong technical writing and data analysis skillsComfort operating in a dynamic, fast-moving startup environmentNice to HaveExpertise across Front End (FEOL), Back End (BEOL), MEMS, photonics, or novel device integrationFamiliarity with device physics and process/device simulationDepth in photolithography, dry/wet-etch, deposition, thin films, CMP, and metrologyWork EnvironmentPrimarily an open, temperature-controlled office setting with regular time in a manufacturing or cleanroom environment (gowning required). The role is largely sedentary but may involve occasional lifting, pushing, or pulling of items over 10 lbs, plus daily use of standard office and characterization equipment.Work AuthorizationThis position operates under International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must qualify as a "U.S. person" as defined by ITAR — a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident (green card holder), political asylee, or refugee.BenefitsBenefits include medical, dental, and vision, 401(k), company-paid life and disability insurance, paid holidays and vacation, and gym membership discounts.