Process Engineer 2

The group you'll be a part of

In the Global Products Group, we are dedicated to excellence in the design and engineering of Lam's etch and deposition products. We drive innovation to ensure our cutting-edge solutions are helping to solve the biggest challenges in the semiconductor industry.


The impact you'll make

As a Metrology Process Engineer, you will operate several generations of FEI/Thermo Fisher dual-beam Helios tools, including the latest models, to prepare TEM lamellae and image samples using in-situ STEM detectors. The samples represent a diverse set of processes across the integrated circuit (IC) manufacturing process and will provide a dynamic set of challenges and opportunities for long-term growth. Your expertise and knowledge play a crucial role in our process team and our customers' success, impacting the next generation of semiconductor breakthroughs.

What you'll do

• The primary function is preparing lamellae using Thermo Fisher Helios dual-beam FIB tools, to be imaged either using in-situ STEM detectors or for TEM sample preparation.
• Set up, operate, and troubleshoot equipment.
• Ensure proper handling of sensitive customer samples and intellectual property.
• Work with process engineers to understand how to locate regions of interest, optimize sample processing, interpret data, and troubleshoot when data does not meet expectations.
• Maintain the integrity of experiments and data to provide valid results.
• Actively participate in developing new techniques to expedite sample processing.
• Provide new learnings and developments to other team members through documentation, presentations, and training sessions.
• Work with process engineers to create and maintain a healthy, inclusive, and collaborative working environment.
• Adhere to Lam's core values while maintaining a professional atmosphere and fostering positive working relationships.

Who we're looking for

• Master or bachelor's degree in Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry or Physics or related field with 2 years of related experience.

Preferred qualifications

• Experience working in an academic or professional laboratory setting.
• Experience operating electron microscopes and/or dual-beam focused ion beams.
• Experience with TEM sample preparation.
• Experience creating technical documentation.
• Knowledge of semiconductor devices and the industry.
• Experience handling and protecting sensitive customer intellectual property.

Our commitment

We believe it is important for every person to feel valued, included, and empowered to achieve their full potential. By bringing unique individuals and viewpoints together, we achieve extraordinary results.

Lam Research ("Lam" or the "Company") is an equal opportunity employer. Lam is committed to and reaffirms support of equal opportunity in employment and non-discrimination in employment policies, practices and procedures on the basis of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, or military and veteran status or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. It is the Company's intention to comply with all applicable laws and regulations. Company policy prohibits unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees.

Lam offers a variety of work location models based on the needs of each role. Our hybrid roles combine the benefits of on-site collaboration with colleagues and the flexibility to work remotely and fall into two categories - On-site Flex and Virtual Flex. 'On-site Flex' you'll work 3+ days per week on-site at a Lam or customer/supplier location, with the opportunity to work remotely for the balance of the week. 'Virtual Flex' you'll work 1-2 days per week on-site at a Lam or customer/supplier location, and remotely the rest of the time.

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Salary

CA San Francisco Bay Area Salary Range for this position: $73,000.00 - $159,000.00.

The above salary range for this position is relevant to applicants that reside or work onsite in the California, San Francisco Bay Area only. Salary offers will depend on factors that include the location you work from, your level, education, training, specific skills, years of experience and comparison to other employees already in this role. Actual salary may vary from salary offered due to numerous factors including but not limited to unpaid time off, unpaid leave, company mandated shutdown, and other relevant factors.

Our Perks and Benefits

At Lam, our people make amazing things possible. That's why we invest in you throughout the phases of your life with a comprehensive set of outstanding benefits.