Senior Computational Chemistry Engineer

About the role

The group you’ll be a part of In the Semiverse® Solutions Team, we are dedicated to excellence in the virtual experimentation of Lam’s etch and deposition processes. We drive innovation to ensure our cutting-edge solutions are helping to solve the biggest challenges in the semiconductor industry.

Responsibilities

• Perform first-principles calculations and atomistic modeling to investigate reaction mechanisms, surface chemistry, plasma-surface interactions, and materials behavior
• Generate high fidelity training datasets from quantum chemistry and density functional theory (DFT) calculations to support development of next-generation simulation capabilities
• Utilize computational chemistry learning to support process engineering research & development, and process/chamber/feature simulations
• Plan projects involving definition and selection of new concepts and approaches for simulation evaluation workflows
• Compile and evaluate modeling data to provide guidance on chemistries and materials, as well as appropriate limits and variables for process specifications
• Communicate chemistry and process insights clearly through presentations and technical discussions with stakeholders

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Computational Chemistry, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or Materials Science (or equivalent)
• At least 3-5 years of industry experience, post Ph.D.
• Experience using DFT software (e.g. Gaussian)
• Experience with frontier molecular orbital analysis and full reaction pathway studies
• Experience applying quantum chemistry fundamentals to solve challenges related to semiconductor processes and materials applications
• Interest in advanced technology and an on-going desire to learn
• Ability to work effectively and efficiently with diverse teams

Qualifications

• Experience with reactive molecular dynamics (e.g. ReaxFF)
• Experience with MLIP architectures (e.g. MACE, SevenNet)
• Strong organizational skills and demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Ability to react to shifting priorities to meet business needs and deadlines
• Collaboration/Matrix environment mindset

Skills

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Benefits

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Pay

CA San Francisco Bay Area Salary Range for this position: $119,000.00 - $261,000.00.

Schedule

Our hybrid roles combine the benefits of on-site collaboration with colleagues and the flexibility to work remotely and fall into two categories – On-site Flex and Virtual Flex. 'On-site Flex' you’ll work 3+ days per week on-site at a Lam or customer/supplier location, with the opportunity to work remotely for the balance of the week. 'Virtual Flex' you’ll work 1-2 days per week on-site at a Lam or customer/supplier location, and remotely the rest of the time.