Engineering Technician 4

Lam Research • Tualatin, OR

7d • Hybrid

About The Position

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
Your major responsibility will be to process samples using FEI/Thermo Fisher SEM tools. Sample types will consist of top‑down imaging and cross-sectional SEM imaging. Additional responsibilities include imaging AutoTEM‑prepped lamella using the installed STEM detector on the SEM tool.

Requirements

• 4-6 years of experience with a BS degree in a physical science, or a specialized AS degree or equivalent professional training on materials science and analytical techniques.
• Experience operating single beam SEM tools, with particular focus in the preparation of cleaved cross-sections for XSEM imaging.
• Knowledge of the physics involved with SEM tools, such as vacuum systems, voltage/current effects, and ways to work around charging issues.

Nice To Haves

• Associates degree, Technical Certificate, Diploma or higher in a technical field.
• Sample prep experience in precision cleaving tools is a plus.
• Familiarity with key developments and materials in the semiconductor industry is a plus.
• Experience creating and presenting technical documentation.
• Experience in customer IP protection and sample handling is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Follow lab methodology for TDSEM/XSEM sample preparation consistent with quality standards.
• Optimize personal workflow for efficient throughput of samples.
• Communicate with lab management to provide work-completion time estimates.
• Provide feedback to lab management for continuous improvement opportunities in lab workflows.
• Communicate with team members to ensure alignment on methodologies.
• Protect customer material and IP at all times.

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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree