Process Engineer 3 at LAM

Compensation

$0/yr

Setup: Hybrid
Type: Full-time
Level: mid
Posted: Aug 25, 2026

Summary from listing

Lam is hiring a Process Engineer to develop and evaluate semiconductor process formulations, improve manufacturing techniques and yields, analyze test data, support product development and customer demonstrations, and lead process technicians. The role requires a master’s degree in a relevant field with at least three years of experience, or a PhD with no prior professional experience, and offers hybrid work arrangements. The disclosed salary range is for applicants residing or working onsite in the California San Francisco Bay Area.

Required Skills

Process engineering
Material science
Surface engineering
Statistical Process Control
Design of Experiments
MATLAB
Python
Statistical analysis
Atomic Layer Deposition
Chemical Vapor Deposition
Plasma physics
Material characterization

Additional Information

Minimum Education: Master’s degree in Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Physics, or a related field; or a PhD with no previous professional experience; or equivalent experience.
Required Previous Experiences: At least 3 years of professional experience
Preferred Qualifications: Laboratory and semiconductor equipment experience, including surface preparation and analytical techniques
In-depth understanding of Statistical Process Control and/or Design of Experiments
Proficiency in MATLAB, Python, or a similar scientific computing language
Statistical analysis and problem-solving methodologies
Experience with statistical tools such as JMP or Minitab
Background in ALD, CVD, PECVD, or PVD
Background in plasma physics, RIE, ALE, ICP, or CCP
Knowledge of material synthesis and characterization
Experience working collaboratively with diverse teams, semiconductor customers, and partners