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As of Sep 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for cmp engineer in Texas is $78,650.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $53,205.00 and $97,177.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a CMP engineer?

A CMP (Chemical Mechanical Planarization) Engineer is responsible for developing, optimizing, and troubleshooting the CMP process in semiconductor manufacturing. They work with process development, equipment maintenance, and material evaluation to ensure wafer surfaces are defect-free and meet stringent quality standards. CMP Engineers collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve yield, reduce defects, and implement new technologies. They also analyze data, perform root cause analysis, and drive continuous improvements in manufacturing processes.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a CMP engineer?

To thrive as a CMP (Chemical Mechanical Planarization) Engineer, you need a solid background in materials science or chemical engineering, semiconductor fabrication processes, and statistical process control, usually supported by a relevant bachelor's or master's degree. Familiarity with semiconductor equipment such as CMP tools (e.g., AMAT, Ebara), cleanroom protocols, and process simulation software is essential, as is industry certification like Six Sigma or relevant safety training. Strong problem-solving ability, communication skills, and the capacity to work collaboratively in cross-functional teams are highly valued in this role. These competencies ensure precise process control, rapid troubleshooting, and efficient coordination to meet stringent manufacturing requirements in a fast-paced semiconductor environment.

What are the typical advancement opportunities for a CMP engineer in the semiconductor industry?

CMP Engineers often start in entry-level process engineering roles and can advance to senior engineer, process integration, or technical lead positions as they gain experience. With further specialization, some CMP Engineers move into management roles overseeing process development teams or take on project management responsibilities for cutting-edge fabrication lines. There are also opportunities to transition into related areas such as equipment engineering, manufacturing operations, or yield enhancement, especially at larger semiconductor companies. Career growth is supported by continuous learning, cross-functional projects, and staying up-to-date with the latest advancements in planarization technology.

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Infographic showing various Cmp Engineer job openings in Texas as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 87% Full Time, 10% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 86% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $78,650 per year, or $37.8 per hour.

Process Sustaining Sr. Engineer (CMP)

Austin, TX • On-site

SkyWater Technology Foundry, Inc.
51 - 200 employees
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$98K - $127K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 24 days ago

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Company rating: 8.1 out of 10

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Job description

Bold Thinking. World Changing. At SkyWater, our ingenuity helps improve lives around the world by manufacturing U.S. made semiconductors that are essential ingredients of modern life. Automotive safety enhancements, life-saving medical devices, consumer electronics and American security require semiconductors. Working in our Minnesota headquarters, Florida, or Texas location - employees join together to improve the world.
Explore what's possible. Joining our U.S. - based team means contributing to and learning about the commercialization of some of the most exciting technologies the world has ever seen. We are turning "science fiction" into everyday reality through technologies such as superconducting, 3D integrated circuits or computer chips, carbon nanotubes, photonic logic devices, micro electro-mechanical systems and other emerging device topologies. We manufacture products for aerospace and defense, medical, automotive, consumer and industrial markets, to name a few. Our customers include emerging leaders who rely on our intellectual property security and quality manufacturing services.
Step into the future. SkyWater's values of Integrity, Excellence, Collaboration, Empowerment and Growth Mindset guide us to cultivate an empowered, learning environment. We also invest in developing highly skilled, dedicated employees - and employees who are entering the workforce for the first time, from the military, and a variety of educational backgrounds.
Are you bold thinking? Find your place on our team and help us change the world!
SkyWater Technology is hiring an experienced semiconductor Process Sustaining Senior Engineer in the area of Chemical Mechanical Polish (CMP) at its Austin, TX location. The process engineer will be responsible for maintaining the existing process ensuring production metrics are met and also drive process improvements. Areas of improvement may include establishing new process settings, qualifying new polishing slurries and consumables, or qualifying new equipment. Along with applicable technical knowledge, candidates will need to possess strong troubleshooting skills along with ability to conduct statistical analysis on data.
Responsibilities:
  • Responsible for a CMP process (STI, W, Oxide, or Cu)
  • Maintain and improve process control using Statistical Process Control (SPC), Advanced Process Control (APC), and Fault Detection Control (FDC)
  • Investigate and resolve process, defect, and yield issues, including qualifying process improvements which will require the use of Design of Experiments (DOE)
  • Work with the equipment and industrial engineers to improve tool availability, throughput, and utilization
  • Develop and execute plans to drive down overall costs while ensuring high quality
  • Work on cross functional teams to address integrated technology and yield issues

Requirements:
  • Bachelors degree in Engineering, Chemistry or related discipline
  • 2+ years of semiconductor manufacturing experience, experience with chemical mechanical polish preferred
  • The ability to handle challenging work with time constraints
  • Strong data analysis skills and the ability to use tools such as JMP and SQL
  • Ability to work on-site, M-F from 7:30am-4:30pm

SkyWater offers an exciting environment where the brightest semiconductor minds come together to achieve exceptional results. We offer competitive salary and an opportunity to participate in incentive plans as well other employee financial benefits including 401k match, life insurance and opportunities to purchase SkyWater stock at a discounted rate.
Additionally, SkyWater offers a comprehensive benefits package which promotes a healthy life. This includes benefit eligibility day one, medical, dental, mental health benefits, vision, legal planning, short- and long-term disability, paid time off, paid holidays, an on-site cafeteria, fitness facility, and self-serve market.
SkyWater complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities unless doing so would cause an undue hardship. Alternative methods of applying for employment are available to individuals unable to submit an application through this site because of a disability. To request reasonable accommodations, to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Human Resources at 952-851-5200 or Recruiting@SkyWatertechnology.com.
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We will never ask applicants to pay fees, purchase equipment or gift cards, or provide financial information before a formal offer of employment has been accepted. If you receive a suspicious communication claiming to represent our company, please verify its authenticity by contacting our recruitment team at recruiting@skywatertechnology.com before responding.

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