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The group you’ll be a part of Join the Etch Product Group at Lam! Ready to launch your career where innovation meets impact? In the Etch Product Group, we’re not just designing and engineering etch products—we’re shaping the future of technology. Our team tackles the toughest challenges in the semiconductor industry, creating solutions that power everything from smartphones to space exploration. Here, you’ll work alongside brilliant minds, gain hands-on experience with cutting-edge tools, and see your ideas come to life in products that change the world. If you’re passionate about pushing boundaries and making a real difference, this is where you belong. Your future starts here—are you ready to build it with us? Join us in Fremont, CA and work alongside industry leaders solving the biggest challenges in the semiconductor industry. You’ll gain hands-on experience, collaborate with brilliant minds, and see your ideas shape the future of technology. The impact you’ll make Launch Your Career as a Process or Product Engineer at Lam! Step into the world of cutting-edge technology and start shaping the future. As a Process Engineer , you’ll work with atomic precision, material science, and surface engineering to push the limits of what’s possible in semiconductor manufacturing. In this role, you’ll: • Develop innovative process solutions that power next-generation chips • Define equipment hardware to meet advanced processing needs • Analyze test data and collaborate on design improvements • Ensure seamless integration of breakthrough technologies As a Product Engineer, you thrive in a high-stakes, dynamic environment, driving product development at the forefront of the semiconductor equipment industry. In this role, you’ll: • Collaborate closely with customers and internal teams • Provide real-time problem-solving for customer challenges while enhancing our products • Your passion for engaging with customers and innovative engineering drives progress in our industry, tackling the once unsolved challenges Your work will directly impact the technologies behind AI, 5G, and beyond—helping our customers succeed and driving the next wave of semiconductor innovation. What you’ll do Process Engineering • Conduct process engineering research, 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. • 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. Product Engineering • Collaboratively engineer innovative semiconductor equipment and process design solutions to quickly resolve customer issues and improve product quality in a dynamic fast-paced challenging environment. • Support product development from product prototyping, development, deployment/product release, and initial field support. • Design and conduct experiments, tests, and prototypes to resolve complex technical problems. • Collaborate with cross-functional and cross-cultural teams to guide the specification and development of products. • Provide technical support for installation and/or diagnosis, troubleshooting, repair and debugging of complex product issues. • Work in a cleanroom lab and/or customer semiconductor fab environment. Who we’re looking for Minimum Qualifications: • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Material Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Optics, Physics, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Software Engineering, Modeling Engineering, Computer Engineering, Data Science, RF Engineering, Plasma Engineering, Plasma Physics, Nuclear Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or any related field. • Experience with Data Science, Machine Learning, and/or Artificial Intelligence methodologies, tools, and applications. • Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree with an expected graduation date between December 2026 and June 2027 . • Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. This position is not eligible for employer sponsorship. Preferred qualifications • Master’s degree in Material Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Optics, Physics, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Software Engineering, Modeling Engineering, Computer Engineering, Data Science, RF Engineering, Plasma Engineering, Plasma Physics, Nuclear Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or any related field. • Previous Internships are preferred. • Familiarity with working in a laboratory and on semiconductor equipment with knowledge in surface preparation and analytical techniques. • Prior product design and technical engineer experience is beneficial. • Experience designing, specifying, building, operating, and maintaining semiconductor,automotive, aerospace, or related hardware, tools, and equipment. • Experience coordinating and communicating with cross-functional teams. • Understanding of Statistical Process Control (SPC) and/or Design of Experiments (DOE). • Proficient in MATLAB, Python, or other similar scientific computing language. • 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 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. #LI-JK1 Salary CA San Francisco Bay Area Salary Range for this position: $73,000.00 - $135,000.00. 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.

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The group you’ll be a part of
Join the Etch Product Group at Lam!
Your future starts here—are you ready to build it with us?
The impact you’ll make
Launch Your Career as a Process or Product Engineer at Lam!
Step into the world of cutting-edge technology and start shaping the future.
As a Process Engineer , you’ll work with atomic precision, material science, and surface engineering to push the limits of what’s possible in semiconductor manufacturing.
Develop innovative process solutions that power next-generation chips
Define equipment hardware to meet advanced processing needs
Analyze test data and collaborate on design improvements
Ensure seamless integration of breakthrough technologies
As a Product Engineer, you thrive in a high-stakes, dynamic environment, driving product development at the forefront of the semiconductor equipment industry.

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Previous Internships are preferred.
Familiarity with working in a laboratory and on semiconductor equipment with knowledge in surface preparation and analytical techniques.
Prior product design and technical engineer experience is beneficial.
Experience designing, specifying, building, operating, and maintaining semiconductor,automotive, aerospace, or related hardware, tools, and equipment.
Experience coordinating and communicating with cross-functional teams.
Understanding of Statistical Process Control (SPC) and/or Design of Experiments (DOE).
Proficient in MATLAB, Python, or other similar scientific computing language.
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.

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