Development Engineering

Drives technology development and enablement for both high volume manufacturing and future technology, provides process integration and equipment solutions, and performs feasibility studies to meet desired device specifications. Leads design and development of technically sophisticated manufacturing processes and/or repair reverse engineering including material selection, parameter optimization, equipment metrology, and system design to enable new product designs and functional requirements. Performs pathfinding activities in support of process and hardware development enabling manufacturing of innovative device architectures and develops roadmaps for technologies enabling future roadmap. Recommends and implements modifications for operating equipment to improve production efficiency, manufacturing techniques, and optimizing production output for existing products. Partners with key equipment and materials suppliers to develop and implement enabling elements of the technology. Performs process technology feasibility studies through theoretical simulations and/or practical engineering methods. Remains updated on relevant industrial process and material manufacturing technical trends and develops view of inherent future Intel process technology needs to push industry forward by partnering with vendor ecosystem to build cost sensitive roadmap.

Expert level understanding of plasma physics, plasma-surface interactions, pattern fidelity, selectivity, defectivity, and profile control for advanced device structures.

Extensive experience with advanced data analytics, statistical modeling, and design of experiments (DOE) applied to complex semiconductor process problems.

Novel patterning or materials specific etch solutions

Expertise in advanced materials and device characterization, including SEM, TEM, CD SEM, AFM, XPS, and electrical correlation.

Strong publication, patent, or internal technology disclosure record that evidences field level or industry recognized contributions.

Proven effectiveness in influencing cross functional and external stakeholders, including integration, device, yield, and equipment suppliers, to align on long term technical strategies.

Experience shaping multiyear roadmaps for process platforms, tooling strategies, or foundational etch capabilities.

Qualifications PhD with 10+ years of directly relevant experience, or Masters degree with 15+ years of experience, in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, Electrical Engineering, or a semiconductor related STEM field.

Deep, authoritative expertise in dry etch semiconductor manufacturing, with demonstrated leadership over complex process development or platform level solutions.

US, CA, Santa Clara Posting Statement All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance. It consists of competitive pay, stock, bonuses, as well as, benefit programs which include health, retirement, and vacation. Salary range dependent on a number of factors including location and experience Working Model This role will require an on-site presence. *