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Semiconductor Materials Engineer

United States, Redmond 115000.00 - 140000.00 USD / Year · Job Posted April 23, 2026
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The Semiconductor Materials Engineer is responsible for the ownership, maintenance, and operation of metrology tools within a micro/nano-fabrication line. This role ensures tools are performing optimally, supports semiconductor processing through metrology and process module expertise, and maintains high-quality standards for wafers and equipment. The engineer will collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot, repair, and upgrade tools while driving operational excellence within the cleanroom environment.

Job Responsibility

  • Own and maintain a variety of metrology tools, including microscopes, confocal microscopes, reflectometers, interferometers, profilometers, AFM, goniometers, SEM, XRD/XRF, ensuring SOPs, preventative maintenance, training, troubleshooting, repair, and upgrades are managed effectively
  • Serve as a secondary owner for one additional process module (lithography, PVD, etch, ECD, CVD, or ALD), providing backup support and operational expertise
  • Cross-train and operate tools across other modules of the micro/nano-fabrication line as needed
  • Run product wafers through the fabrication line, owning one or more process modules and related metrology operations, flagging quality control issues to line and integration owners
  • Conduct data analysis and leverage statistical tools to monitor and enhance process performance
  • Maintain a high standard of lab safety and contribute to fostering a culture of safety excellence within cleanroom environments
  • Collaborate with diverse teams and internal partners to ensure efficient operation and continuous improvement
  • Follow Business Technology policies to protect sensitive data and reduce information security occurrences

Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree in Physics, Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, or equivalent required
  • Minimum of 3 years in semiconductor processing, metrology, device characterization, and/or semiconductor packaging required
  • Proven experience in tool ownership for semiconductor fabrication equipment
  • Expertise in at least one semiconductor process module (lithography, PVD, etch, ECD, CVD, or ALD)
  • Strong understanding of semiconductor-related materials, processing, integration, devices, and/or testing
  • Experience with data analysis and statistical tools
  • Strong sense of intellectual honesty, attention to detail, and excellent communication and organizational skills
  • Ability to work independently and in a team environment
  • ITAR - Permanent resident of the United States (“U.S. person” as defined by ITAR)
  • Pass a post-offer background verification

What we offer

  • Multiple options for medical insurance and dental insurance including some with FSA and HSA
  • 401(k) with up to 4% company match
  • 15-days of accrued PTO and 9 company paid holidays
  • Quarterly bonus program
  • Voluntary benefits: vision, long-term disability, and life insurance
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