Research and Development Engineer

About the role

We are seeking an R&D Engineer/Specialist to join a cross-functional team of chemists, material scientists, and chemical engineers onsite in our semiconductor Carlsbad, CA plant. The role focuses on developing innovative organosilane-based approaches for ALD deposition of silicon dielectrics and advancing applications in advanced dielectric and film patterning.

Responsibilities

• Execute development and optimization of deposition processes plan for dielectric films using ALD and related semiconductor processing equipment.
• Design experiments, collect, and analyze metrology and process data (e.g., film thickness, uniformity, composition, conformality, electrical tests).
• Troubleshoot deposition processes, perform root-cause analyses, and implement robust process controls.
• Manage and maintain semiconductor processing equipment and related lab infrastructure; coordinate preventive maintenance and calibration.
• Document and present results to cross-functional teams; contribute to technical reports, publications, and IP discussions as appropriate.
• Ensure compliance with safety policies and procedures; actively participate in EMD Electronics safety programs and training.

Requirements

• Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in science or engineering with 2+ years of hands-on lab experience OR Associate degree with 5+ years of hands-on lab experience.
• Preferred Qualifications: Mechanically inclined with hands-on operation and maintenance experience for vacuum deposition tools. Self-motivated, creative, and flexible, capable of rapidly responding to evolving customer demands in a commercial research setting. Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate within a diverse team. Strong verbal and written communication abilities to document operation procedures, troubleshooting results, and equipment upgrades.

Qualifications

• Hands-on lab experience in semiconductor processing and ALD deposition techniques.
• Experience with state-of-the-art semiconductor processing equipment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Skills

• Proficiency in operating and maintaining vacuum deposition equipment.
• Knowledge of ALD deposition processes and their applications.
• Ability to troubleshoot and optimize deposition processes.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Retailment contributions
• Other perquisites

Pay

The pay range for this position is $32.00-$50.00 per hour. The actual compensation offered will be determined by factors such as location, level of experience, education, skills, and other job-related factors.

Schedule

This is an onsite position in Carlsbad, CA.