Principal Photolithography Process Engineer

Job Description

Our international client is currently searching for a Principal Photolithography Process Engineer to lead the development, optimization, and transfer of advanced photolithography processes for semiconductor devices from R&D through high-volume manufacturing.

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Key Responsibilities:

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• Develop and optimize photolithography processes for photonic devices.

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• Support R&D/manufacturing wafers and transfer processes to large-scale production.

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• Oversee lithography equipment setup, calibration, maintenance, and performance.

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• Collaborate with design, integration, facilities, epitaxy, etching, and testing teams.

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• Establish process controls, characterization methods, and yield/reliability standards.

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• Troubleshoot lithography/process issues and drive continuous improvement.

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• Research and implement new lithography techniques, materials, and technologies.

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• Provide technical leadership and manage R&D projects aligned to business goals.

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Required Experience & Skills:

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• PhD in Materials Science, Physics, Chemistry, Electrical Engineering, or similar.

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• 12+ years in photolithography, ideally in compound semiconductors or photonics.

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• Expertise in mask design, resist technologies, and cleanroom lithography equipment (steppers, aligners, spin coaters).

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• Experience with characterization tools (SEM, AFM, profilometers).

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• Strong understanding of photonics/optoelectronics and semiconductor manufacturing.

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• Data analysis, statistical process control, troubleshooting, leadership, and communication skills.

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Preferred:

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• Optoelectronic device fabrication experience.

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• Semiconductor process integration and fabrication workflow knowledge.

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• Familiarity with optical/photonics industry standards.

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Please contact Rachel Anderson for further details.