RF Systems Engineer Sr.
About The Position
We are seeking a highly motivated Senior RF Engineer to lead the development, integration, optimization, and troubleshooting of advanced RF power delivery systems used in semiconductor manufacturing equipment. This role requires deep expertise in RF engineering, plasma processing, and system-level design, along with the ability to drive complex technical initiatives from concept through production. The successful candidate will serve as a subject matter expert in RF technologies, collaborating across electrical, mechanical, software, ECAT communication, process, and manufacturing disciplines to develop innovative solutions that improve system performance, reliability, and customer value. This position combines hands-on engineering, technical leadership, supplier engagement, and customer support.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a related technical discipline with 10+ years of relevant industry experience; or
- Master's degree with 8+ years of relevant experience; or
- PhD with 6+ years of experience in semiconductor or related capital equipment development.
Responsibilities
- Lead the design, specification, integration, and qualification of RF subsystems and modules, including: RF generators, Matching networks, RF filters, RF diagnostics and sensors, ICP source designs, RF transmission and power distribution systems.
- Develop and maintain specifications, schematics and engineering documentation.
- Define system requirements and performance specifications for new products and technology platforms.
- Support product releases by developing test plans, validating performance, and ensuring manufacturability.
- Utilize analytical, circuit simulation, and electromagnetic modeling tools to predict RF system behavior and guide design decisions.
- Partner closely with technology, productivity, and process, engineers to understand RF-plasma interactions and improve performance.
- Analyze and optimize: Plasma ignition characteristics, RF coupling efficiency, Process uniformity, Chamber-to-chamber matching, Wafer-to-wafer repeatability.
- Develop and implement advanced RF control strategies for next-generation semiconductor process requirements.
- Lead integration of RF systems into semiconductor processing equipment.
- Participate in supplier selection, technical evaluations, and development activities.
- Independently diagnose and resolve complex RF, electrical, and plasma-related issues with minimal supervision.
- Analyze complex system behaviors using experimental data, simulation tools, and root-cause methodologies.
- Work closely with software engineering teams to ensure effective hardware-software integration and control.
- Evaluate emerging RF technologies, industry trends, and competitive solutions.
- Drive innovation through development of new concepts, architectures, and system capabilities.
- Conduct technical investigations and proof-of-concept testing to support technology roadmaps and strategic decisions.
- Present technical findings and recommendations to engineering leadership, executive stakeholders and customers.
- Serve as a subject matter expert in RF Engineering.
- Mentor and guide junior engineers through technical coaching and knowledge sharing.
- Lead small to medium-sized projects and provide technical direction for multidisciplinary teams.
Benefits
- Supportive work culture that encourages learning, development, and career growth.
- Programs and support that encourage personal and professional growth.
- Comprehensive benefits package.
- Eligibility for other forms of compensation such as participation in a bonus and a stock award program, as applicable.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
