FIB/STEM Electron Microscopist

Lam Research • Fremont, CA

10h • 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. As a Metrology Process Engineer, you will operate several generations of FEI/Thermo Fisher dual‑beam Helios tools, including the latest models, to prepare TEM lamellae and acquire images using in‑situ STEM detectors. Samples are representative of a diverse set of processes across the integrated circuit (IC) manufacturing flow and will provide a dynamic set of challenges and opportunities for long‑term growth. Your expertise and knowledge play a crucial role in our process team’s and customers’ success, impacting the next generation of semiconductor breakthroughs.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry or Physics or related field with 2 years of related experience.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working in an academic or professional laboratory setting.
• Experience operating electron microscopes and/or dual-beam focused ion beams.
• Experience with TEM sample preparation.
• Experience creating technical documentation.
• Knowledge of semiconductor devices and the semiconductor industry.
• Self-motivated, organized, and interested in learning.
• Experience handling and protecting sensitive customer intellectual property.

Responsibilities

• The primary function is preparing lamellae using Thermo Fisher Helios dual‑beam FIB tools, to be imaged either using in‑situ STEM detectors or prepared for TEM imaging.
• Set up, operate, and troubleshoot equipment.
• Ensure proper handling of sensitive customer samples and intellectual property.
• Work with process engineers to understand how to locate regions of interest, optimize sample processing, interpret data, and troubleshoot when data does not meet expectations.
• Maintain the integrity of experiments and data to provide valid results.
• Actively participate in developing new techniques to expedite sample processing.
• Provide new learnings and developments to other team members through documentation, presentations, and training sessions.
• Work with process engineers to create and maintain a healthy, inclusive, and collaborative working environment.
• Adhere to Lam’s core values while maintaining a professional atmosphere and fostering positive working relationships.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees