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Intel

Device Engineer

Hillsboro, OR

$79K - $102K/yr

You will work closely with a team of engineers to push the boundaries of device performance, power ... Intel Foundry strives to make every facet of semiconductor manufacturing state-of-the-art while ...

Power Integrations

Staff Device Engineer

San Jose, CA

$133K - $200K/yr

Proven track record of independently designing and taking into volume production of high-voltage ... Sound understanding of semiconductor device physics, especially WBG * Proficient in TCAD simulation ...

Power Integrations

Staff Device Engineer

San Jose, CA · On-site

$133K - $200K/yr

Proven track record of independently designing and taking into volume production of high-voltage ... Sound understanding of semiconductor device physics, especially WBG * Proficient in TCAD simulation ...

Power Integrations

Staff Device Engineer

San Jose, CA · On-site

Proven track record of independently designing and taking into volume production of high-voltage ... Sound understanding of semiconductor device physics, especially WBG * Proficient in TCAD simulation ...

nLIGHT

Device Engineer

Vancouver, WA

$103K - $130K/yr

Skills required: * A solid understanding of semiconductor physics, semiconductor material ... Device Engineer II: $90,000 - $115,000 * Senior Device Engineer: $103,000 to $130,000 Other ...

MaxLinear, Inc.

Director of Device Engineering

Irvine, CA · On-site

$187K - $225K/yr

Lead R & D in semiconductor device engineering, especially in device characterization for both RF/analog & digital applications, analysis on device/interconnect variability & reliability and ...

Micron

Semiconductor Process Engineer

Boise, ID

Responsible for executing advanced electrical semiconductor device characterization in support of ... Employer will accept a Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or ...

QCi

Semiconductor Process Engineer Location: Wilmington, MA About Us Quantum Computing Inc. (QCi ... device physics. * Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision. * Strong ...

nLIGHT

Device Engineer

Vancouver, WA

Skills required: * A solid understanding of semiconductor physics, semiconductor material ... Device Engineer II: $90,000 - $115,000 * Senior Device Engineer: $103,000 to $130,000 Other ...

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As of Jun 8, 2026, the average weekly pay for independent contractor semiconductor device engineer in the United States is $1,089.33, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $721.15 and $1,211.54 per week, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Independent Contractor Semiconductor Device Engineer vs Semiconductor Process Engineer?

AspectIndependent Contractor Semiconductor Device EngineerSemiconductor Process Engineer
CredentialsRelevant engineering degrees, certifications optionalEngineering degrees, certifications often required
Work EnvironmentFreelance, project-based, remote or on-siteFull-time, on-site or corporate labs
Employer UsageHired by companies on a contract basisEmployed by semiconductor companies or fabs
Search IntentContract work, specialized project rolesDesign, process development, manufacturing

The Independent Contractor Semiconductor Device Engineer typically works on a freelance basis, focusing on specific projects without long-term employment commitments. In contrast, a Semiconductor Process Engineer is usually a full-time employee involved in ongoing manufacturing and process optimization within a company. While both roles require engineering expertise, the contractor role offers flexibility and project-based work, whereas the process engineer role emphasizes continuous process improvement within a corporate environment.

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Device Engineer

Device Engineer

Intel

Hillsboro, OR

$79K - $102K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Posted 25 days ago

Intel rating

8.8

Company rating: 8.8 out of 10

Based on 143 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

8th of 139 rated electronics manufacturers

Job description

Job Details:Job Description: 

About MDCE: Manufacturing Development and Customer Engineering (MDCE) organization serves as the bridge between advanced technology development and practical, scalable manufacturing, ensuring that innovative solutions can be successfully produced and delivered to foundry customers. MDCE Device org is seeking a highly skilled and experienced device technologist with experience in foundry technology development.

Position Overview: As a device technologist, you will be responsible for developing and customizing technologies for high volume manufacturing. The role is focused on general-purpose logic CMOS technologies to support a broad spectrum of products and markets including high performance compute, mobile, mixed signal, memory controllers, and other diverse applications. You will work closely with a team of engineers to push the boundaries of device performance, power efficiency, and scaling. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to the advancement of Intel Foundry's installed semiconductor solutions to serve a broad, diverse, and growing market.

Key Responsibilities: Responsibilities will include but are not limited to:
Collaborate with the Technology Development team to develop new device technology and customize newly developed device architectures to customer needs
Collaborate with the manufacturing team to develop and refine fabrication processes that meet device specifications and yield targets
Develop CMOS logic device technologies supporting high performance compute, mobile, mixed signal, memory controllers, and other broad market applications
Drive the development and implementation of customized semiconductor device technologies, ensuring compatibility with Intel's existing manufacturing processes and platforms.

What We're Looking For In addition to the qualifications a successful candidate will demonstrate:
Technical problem-solving skills and communication skills, with the capacity to convey complex technical concepts effectively
Capacity to work collaboratively in a globally diverse, cross-disciplinary team to develop innovative device solutions on an aggressive schedule
Desire to learn, lead, and influence cross-functional teams

Qualifications:

You must possess the below minimum qualifications to be initially considered for this position. Preferred qualifications are in addition to the minimum requirements and are considered a plus factor in identifying top candidates.

Minimum Qualifications:
Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or related field of study with 7+ years of experience in CMOS device engineering

The years of experience must include:
Experience in advanced CMOS device technology, preferably in a foundry environment

Expertise in CMOS device physics and fabrication of advanced transistor device architectures
Skills in data analysis, scripting, and data analytic techniques to accelerate learning
Preferred Qualifications:
Ph.D. Degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or related field of study with 5+ years of experience in CMOS device engineering
Hands-on experience in advanced node semiconductor technology device development
Experience in the generation and analysis of device parametric data, design of experiment (DOE) principles, and engineering data analysis tools
Proficiency in device data analysis for identifying and resolving process and manufacturing challenges
Demonstrated track record of delivering results in a fast-paced environment
Experience working in 3nm-16nm FinFETs and sub 3nm GAA FETs
Experience in a High-Volume Manufacturing environment

Job Type:Experienced HireShift:Shift 1 (United States of America)Primary Location: US, Arizona, PhoenixAdditional Locations:US, California, Santa Clara, US, Oregon, HillsboroBusiness group:Intel Foundry strives to make every facet of semiconductor manufacturing state-of-the-art while delighting our customers -- from delivering cutting-edge silicon process and packaging technology leadership for the AI era, enabling our customers to design leadership products, global manufacturing scale and supply chain, through the continuous yield improvements to advanced packaging all the way to final test and assembly. We ensure our foundry customers' products receive our utmost focus in terms of service, technology enablement and capacity commitments. Employees in the Foundry Technology Manufacturing are part of a worldwide factory network that designs, develops, manufactures, and assembly/test packages the compute devices to improve the lives of every person on Earth.Posting Statement:All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance.Position of TrustN/ABenefits

We offer a total compensation package that ranks among the best in the industry. It consists of competitive pay, stock bonuses, and benefit programs which include health, retirement, and vacation. Find out more about the benefits of working at Intel.

Annual Salary Range for jobs which could be performed in the US: $161,550.00-228,070.00 USDThe range displayed on this job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific compensation range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

Work Model for this Role

This role will be eligible for our hybrid work model which allows employees to split their time between working on-site at their assigned Intel site and off-site. * Job posting details (such as work model, location or time type) are subject to change.

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Intel is committed to Responsible Business Alliance (RBA) compliance and ethical hiring practices. We do not charge any fees during our hiring process. Candidates should never be required to pay recruitment fees, medical examination fees, or any other charges as a condition of employment. If you are asked to pay any fees during our hiring process, please report this immediately to your recruiter.

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Intel strives to make every facet of semiconductor manufacturing state-of-the-art -- from semiconductor process development and manufacturing, through yield improvement to packaging, final test and optimization, and world class Supply Chain and facilities support. Employees in the Technology and Manufacturing Group are part of a worldwide network of design, development, manufacturing, and assembly/test facilities, all focused on utilizing the power of Moore's Law to bring smart, connected devices to every person on Earth

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Headquarters location

Santa Clara, CA, US

Year founded

1968

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