Process Engineer 4/KAT

Skip to main contentJOBSDASHBOARDPROFILECURRENT EMPLOYEEJOIN TALENT NETWORKSign InEnglishSingle PositionView All JobsProcess Engineer 4/KATUS-CA-Fremont (1003)Apply nowAdd to cartFind out how well you match with this jobUpload resumeJob descriptionAbout LamRequisition ID199904Date posted06/15/2026Work Location ModelOn-site FlexWork LocationFremont-CAWork CountryUnited StatesThe 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 Process Engineer/KAT at Lam, you will operate on cutting-edge technology, harnessing atomic precision, material science, and surface engineering to push technical boundaries. Your role involves developing new and advanced process formulations, defining equipment hardware to meet processing requirements, evaluating test data, and coordinating design requirements to ensure compatibility of processing methods. Your expertise and knowledge play a crucial role our customers success, making an impact on the next generation of semiconductor breakthroughs.In this role, you will directly contribute to The Deposition Group.What you’ll do Conduct process engineering development and evaluation in support of Lam’s cutting-edge semiconductor equipment and systems.Review and enhance processing techniques and methods applied in the manufacture and fabrication of products.Develop and sustain new processes and process improvements to reduce production costs and increase yields towards High Volume Manufacturing (HVM)Compile and analyze test data to establish next steps in process development and determine appropriate limits and variables for process specifications.Collaborate internally to plan, collect data, analyze results, and report on customer demos for existing process applications.Partner cross-functionally and with customers to understand roadmaps, process flow, inflection points, requirements, and business challenges.Contribute to next generation product development and release activities supporting the semiconductor roadmap.Utilize knowledge of company’s product lines and services to keep existing/ potential customers informed when new/ additional needs are identified.Provide leadership, clear direction, and guidance to process technicians to support execution activities.Who we’re looking for Minimum Qualifications:Master’s degree in Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry or Physics or related field with 6+ years of experience; or a PhD with 3+ years’ experience; or equivalent experience.Preferred qualifications •    Ability to travel to and work effectively at customer sites.  Ideal candidate will be fluent in at least two languages, with Mandarin preferred•    Experience in semiconductor, process design, deposition, etch dielectrics or conductor, metal films, etc.•    Mandarin is a PLUS.•    Background in Advanced Packaging, Wafer Level Packaging (WLP), Through Silicon Via (TSV), Electrochemical Deposition (ECD), Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD), Plasma Enhanced Chemical Vapor Deposition (PECVD).•    In-depth understanding of Statistical Process Control (SPC) and/or Design of Experiments (DOE).•    Working knowledge of statistical analysis and problem-solving methodologies.•    Experience with statistical tools (JMP, Minitab, etc.)•    Knowledge of Material synthesis and material characterization.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...