Process Development Engineer

Process Development EngineerLocation: US - MA - WalthamVeeco serves its world-class global customer base through its dedicated sales and service organization strategically located throughout Asia, Europe, and North America. Veeco continues to grow and is looking for a Process Development Engineer. The work location for this position is on-site at our manufacturing partner's Beverly, MA facility.ResponsibilitiesLead process and application development using Veeco's unique ion beam deposition and etch technologies. Manage the development of advanced thin film processes intersecting with customers' current and future requirements. Own the design of experiments, execution, and data analysis. Develop and maintain best-known methods (BKMs) for process control, process development, and continuous improvement. Drive adoption of BKMs and new applications. Engage with customers as the technical expert, help Marketing and Sales establish strong technical partnerships at key accounts. Work with Sales and Marketing to define process specifications for Veeco tools to meet customer needs. Develop new upgrades and hardware in coordination with Engineering for Veeco's unique deposition and etch technologies.QualificationsBachelors plus 5 years of related experience. Master's degree and 3+ years of experience or a PhD in Physics, Materials Science or a related field. Must have process development experience and expertise with vacuum thin film technology. Expertise with thin film characterization techniques such as four-point probe, stress measurements, ellipsometry, absorption/transmission spectroscopy, XRD/XRR, depth profilers, etc., is required. Experience with thin film for metals is highly desired. Self-directed and possesses excellent interpersonal/communication skills. Collaborative attitude and comfortable with change and ambiguity. Semiconductor device knowledge and module process, process integration experience in logic and/or memory fabrication. Background in metal and semiconductor thin film technologies preferred. Must be able to travel up to 25% both domestic and international.Salary and BenefitsThe expected salary range for this position is $95,526.00 - $123,366.00 plus a bonus opportunity. We will consider your location, experience, and other job-related factors when determining your pay. Other benefits include: Medical, Dental, and Vision 401(k) with Company Match Holiday, Vacation, and Sick Time Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) Commuter Benefits Life and Accident Insurance Disability Insurance Tuition Reimbursement Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Identity Theft Remediation Emergency Travel Assistance.Veeco is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected characteristics. Veeco is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.