Process Engineer, Senior

MACOM • Lowell, MA

18d • $98,000 - $142,000 • Onsite

About The Position

MACOM is seeking a Process Engineer to sustain existing GaAs IC, RF Power Transistor, and Diode processes and develop new processes in Wet Etch at its wafer fab in Lowell, Massachusetts. The engineer sustains the Etch area to meet factory indicators and plans and conducts experiments to characterize processes throughout the development cycle. The role drives improvements in quality, reliability, cost, yield, process stability and capability, productivity, and safety and ergonomics, considering variables including material, methods, equipment, environment, and operating personnel. The successful candidate applies formal education, statistical knowledge, and problem-solving tools to develop solutions. This position is eligible for restricted stock unit awards and cash bonuses at MACOM’s discretion, subject to individual and company performance. The salary range is $98,000–$142,000, with the actual offer depending on factors such as work location, experience, education, and relevant knowledge, skills, and abilities. Due to ITAR regulations, only U.S. Persons will be considered.

Requirements

• BS or MS degree in Engineering.
• At least 2 years of experience in Wet Etch.
• Solid understanding of semiconductor device physics and IC processing.
• Experience or skills in data mining and statistics, SPC and DOE, Lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and structured problem solving.
• Proven track record of solving technical problems, owning projects, meeting deadlines, and multitasking.
• Strong sense of ownership, enthusiasm, optimism, drive, and dedication to improving the process area.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including technical writing.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Must be a U.S. Person as defined in the job description due to ITAR regulations.

Nice To Haves

• Specific experience in Wet Etch is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Sustain the Etch area to meet factory indicators.
• Plan and conduct experiments to characterize processes throughout the development cycle.
• Drive improvements in quality, reliability, cost, yield, process stability and capability, productivity, and safety and ergonomics.
• Develop solutions to problems using formal education, statistical knowledge, and problem-solving tools.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve processes.
• Summarize data and findings through technical writing, and write process and equipment specifications and work instructions.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Employer-sponsored 401(k) plan
• Paid time off
• Professional development opportunities
• Restricted stock unit awards and cash bonuses, solely at MACOM’s discretion and subject to individual and company performance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior