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Teledyne FLIR LLC

Epitaxy Growth Engineer

Camarillo, CA · On-site

$90K - $121K/yr

Join Teledyne Imaging Sensors as an Epitaxy Growth Engineer! Are you ready to launch your career to the next level? Join our mission-focused team, where we value technical excellence, collaboration ...

Nokia

Staff MOCVD Development Engineer

Sunnyvale, CA · On-site

$139K - $258K/yr

Qualifications - Fresh PhD in Electrical Engineering or Materials Science with strong emphasis in optoelectronic devices - 0-2+ years industry experience in InP based optoelectronic epitaxy and ...

Nokia

Staff MOCVD Development Engineer

Sunnyvale, CA

... epitaxy and devices is strongly preferred - Fundamental compound semiconductor epitaxy experience - Strong understanding of device performance to epitaxy process and design - Aptitude to data query ...

ASM

Senior Engineer I, Field Process

Hillsboro, OR

... PECVD, Epitaxy, and LPCVD processes. You will serve as the technical link between customer engineering teams and ASM's global Business Unit, ensuring new products and processes are introduced ...

ASM

Principal Process Engineer

Phoenix, AZ

As a Principal Process Engineer at ASM, you will work with semiconductor processing and analytical ... Cure, oxidation, ALD, CVD, Epitaxy, PECVD and/or other thin film deposition. * Materials ...

ASM

Senior Engineer I, Field Process

Hillsboro, OR · On-site

... PECVD, Epitaxy, and LPCVD processes. You will serve as the technical link between customer engineering teams and ASM's global Business Unit, ensuring new products and processes are introduced ...

ASM

Principal Process Engineer

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

As a Principal Process Engineer at ASM, you will work with semiconductor processing and analytical ... Cure, oxidation, ALD, CVD, Epitaxy, PECVD and/or other thin film deposition. * Materials ...

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How much do epitaxy engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 23, 2026, the average yearly pay for epitaxy engineer in the United States is $101,752.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $84,000.00 and $116,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does an Epitaxy Engineer do?

An Epitaxy Engineer specializes in growing thin crystalline layers of semiconductor materials on substrates using techniques like Molecular Beam Epitaxy (MBE) or Metal-Organic Chemical Vapor Deposition (MOCVD). They optimize growth parameters to ensure high-quality material properties for applications in microelectronics, photonics, and optoelectronic devices. Their responsibilities include process development, equipment maintenance, and defect analysis to enhance material performance. Epitaxy Engineers often work in research labs or semiconductor manufacturing facilities to develop advanced materials for cutting-edge technologies.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Epitaxy Engineer position, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Epitaxy Engineer, a solid background in materials science, semiconductor physics, and thin film deposition is essential, often attained through a degree in engineering or a related field. Familiarity with epitaxial growth systems such as MOCVD or MBE and data analysis tools is typical, with certifications in semiconductor manufacturing seen as a plus. Excellent attention to detail, problem-solving ability, and strong teamwork and communication skills help engineers excel in collaborating with cross-functional R&D and process teams. These competencies ensure high-quality crystal growth, innovation, and efficient troubleshooting in a precision-driven semiconductor environment.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of an Epitaxy Engineer in a semiconductor company?

Epitaxy Engineers are primarily responsible for operating and optimizing epitaxial growth reactors, monitoring process parameters, and analyzing results to ensure high-quality crystal layers. They work closely with process, device, and characterization engineers to troubleshoot issues and implement process improvements. Daily tasks may also involve running experiments, interpreting data, maintaining cleanroom standards, and documenting findings. Collaboration is key, as engineers often participate in cross-functional meetings to align production goals with research and development objectives.

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Epitaxy Growth Engineer

Epitaxy Growth Engineer

Teledyne FLIR LLC

Camarillo, CA • On-site

$90K - $121K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 8 days ago

Job description

Be visionary
Teledyne Technologies Incorporated provides enabling technologies for industrial growth markets that require advanced technology and high reliability. These markets include aerospace and defense, factory automation, air and water quality environmental monitoring, electronics design and development, oceanographic research, deepwater oil and gas exploration and production, medical imaging and pharmaceutical research.
We are looking for individuals who thrive on making an impact and want the excitement of being on a team that wins.
Job Description
Join Teledyne Imaging Sensors as an Epitaxy Growth Engineer!
Are you ready to launch your career to the next level? Join our mission-focused team, where we value technical excellence, collaboration, and agility. We're the world's leading provider of infrared sensors for space, with customers like NASA, ESA, and the US Department of Defense.
What You'll Do:
  • MBE growth production and characterization of HgCdTe wafers for the production of high performance infrared focal plane arrays and detectors.
  • MBE tool ownership from tool use planning, tool maintenance and repair, growth structure design, recipe writing, wafer growth, post growth wafer characterization and correlation of MBE growth results with final device performance.
  • Innovate new growth and characterization techniques for continual process improvements for yield enhancement and increased wafer throughput.

What You Need:
  • Hands-on expertise with MBE growth of semiconductors is required.
  • Hands-on experience in MBE tool maintenance and repair, with a desire to be hands-on in the laboratory working with the technical team maintaining and operating an MBE tool.
  • Background in opto-electronic semiconductor devices, optics, electronics, software, cryogenics, radiometric, and modelling, test, and analysis methods.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • PhD or MS degree in Engineering, Physics, or related field.
  • Five plus (5+) years of related hands-on work experience in III-V or II-VI semiconductor MBE growth and characterization of semiconductor materials (direct HgCdTe experience is preferred).
  • Experience modeling infrared detector performance and correlating detector performance to MBE growth and device processing parameters.
  • Prior experience in MBE growth in a production setting, with a track record of successful production execution is desirable.
  • US Citizenship due to access restrictions.

What We Offer:
• Competitive Salary & Benefits Package
• Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance from Day 1
• Paid Vacation, Sick Time, and Holidays
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Educational Tuition Reimbursement
• Fun Employee Events throughout the year
Why Teledyne? Our infrared sensors are "Everywhere You Look"™ - from the James Webb Space Telescope to climate change studies. Join us and make a difference!
Ready to take the next step? Apply now and become part of a team that's pushing the boundaries of technology and innovation.
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Salary Range:
$90,800.00-$121,100.000
Pay Transparency
The anticipated salary range listed for this role is only an estimate. Actual compensation for successful candidates is carefully determined based on several factors including, but not limited to, location, local regulations (such as minimum wage), education/training, work experience, key skills, and type of position.
Teledyne and all of our employees are committed to conducting business with the highest ethical standards. We require all employees to comply with all applicable laws, regulations, rules and regulatory orders. Our reputation for honesty, integrity and high ethics is as important to us as our reputation for making innovative sensing solutions.
Teledyne is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other characteristic or non-merit based factor made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws.

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