Process Development Engineer

About Veeco
You probably dont realize it but what we do at Veeco touches the lives of every person every day. Its a bold statement but its true. From the smartphones in our pockets that access the worlds collective knowledge to the cloud-based services where all that information lives to high-speed wireless communication and computing power needed to drive artificial intelligence augmented and virtual reality gaming and so much more our technology is all around us.

We design develop manufacture and service highly complex cutting-edge machines used by our customers to create the essential devices that drive the digital age connect the world and improve the human experience. Along with the worlds leading technology companies many of which are household names we help solve their most difficult material science challenges enabling technologies for a more connected sustainable and convenient world.

Were looking for material difference-makers to join our growing team. Interested Learn more at San Jose CA Applications Lab partners with the worlds leading semiconductor manufacturers to demonstrate and advance next-generation technologies inLaser Spike Annealing (LSA) Next-Generation Spike Annealing (NSA) and Advanced Packaging (AP) lithography. These processes enable cutting-edge logic advanced chip packaging and AI system performance on which industry leaders rely.

As aProcess Development Engineer you will play a customer-facing hands-on role: running demos validating processes and translating customer requirements into documented solutions. Working directly with sophisticated semiconductor equipment you will execute experiments monitor results and ensure systems meet strict performance standards. This role is ideal for an Engineer who thrives equally in the lab and in cross-functional collaborationbridging customers R&D and applications engineering to advance Veecos industry-leading solutions.

Responsibilities:

• Operate and maintain Veeco semiconductor processing equipmentduring customer demos and internal process evaluations.
• Perform system setup calibration and baseline verificationto ensure equipment meets performance specifications prior to demonstration or data collection.
• Plan and execute engineering experiments including recipe development process adjustments and data collection per defined objectives.
• Monitor and analyze resultsin real time; use statistical process control (SPC) and other methods to validate stability and repeatability.
• Generate clear data-backed reportsusing MS Excel and PowerPoint to communicate findings to both internal teams and customers.
• Perform metrology and visual inspectionson processed wafers; record measurements and observations accurately in logs and databases.
• Perform basic tool diagnosisand collaborate with engineering teams and suppliers to maintain tool performance and resolve issues quickly.
• Ensure compliance with all safety and cleanroom standards maintaining documentation and adherence to Veecos EH&S policies.

Qualifications:

Bachelors degree in Engineering Materials Science or related technical field and 2 years of related experience is required. Wafer processing experiencein a fab equipment manufacturer or applications lab environment and practical experience operating and troubleshootingcomplex semiconductor capital equipment are strongly preferred.

Knowledge Skills & Abilities:

• Proficiency withMS Office applications (Excel Word PowerPoint)for data reporting and analysis.
• Strong documentation skills and familiarity with SPC concepts or statistical analysis methods.
• Excellent team orientation and communication skills to work effectively with customers and internal engineering teams.
• Exposure tosemiconductor front-end or advanced packaging processessuch as annealing deposition etch or lithography.
• Hands-on familiarity withmetrology tools and process monitoring techniques.
• Ability to work independently on complex experiments while maintaining disciplined record-keeping under time-sensitive conditions.
• Problem-solving mindset: capable of identifying process excursions and implementing corrective actions.

Salary and Benefits
The expected salary range for this position is $90000-$116000 plus a bonus opportunity. We will consider your location experience and other job-related factors when determining your pay. If your salary requirements exceed the advertised range and you remain interested in Veeco we encourage you to apply or email your resume to.

Other benefits include:

• Medical Dental and Vision
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Holiday Vacation and Sick Time
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Commuter Benefits
• Life and Accident Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Identity Theft Remediation
• Emergency Travel Assistance

Veeco is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race color religion sex age national origin disability veteran status genetic information and other legally protected characteristics. Veecois committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.

Notice to Applicants:
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