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Date: Jul 14, 2026

Location: Tualatin, OR, US, 97062

Worker Category: On-site Flex

In the Global Products Group, we are dedicated to excellence in the design and engineering ofLam's etch and deposition products. We drive innovation to ensure our cutting-edge solutionsare helping to solve the biggest challenges in the semiconductor industry.

The Deposition Product Group Materials Science & Technology Group is responsible for the innovation, development, and validation of high-performance advanced materials and surface treatments for use in the challenging environmental operating conditions inside of semiconductor wafer fabrication equipment.

Successful innovation requires advanced materials science and engineering knowledge, a deep problem-solving mindset, and a high aptitude for working in cross-functional teams (CFTs).

• Drive engineering development to deliver superior solutions through systematic empirical and modeling efforts
• Identify opportunities and lead programs in materials science & engineering, chemistry, physics, mechanics, and fabrication methods to develop novel materials and surface treatments
• Utilize best practices in experimental design, structured problem-solving, data interpretation, and additional disciplined approaches to enhance material performance
• Define, plan, and conduct accelerated life testing, materials characterization, and failure analysis (FA) to enhance engineering capability for design of robust hardware and to determine hardware lifetime
• Communicate key learnings to define system operational boundaries and next generation technology
• Present hardware solutions along with analyses supported by data and mechanism understandings for deployment in Lam Research deposition tools

Minimum Qualifications:

• B.S., M.S., or Ph.D. in Materials Science, Materials Engineering, or Metallurgical Engineering with 5+ years of relevant work experience
• Knowledge of metallurgy and electrochemistry; additionally, performance of materials in complex thermal-mechanical-chemical stresses environments
• Experience working in a laboratory environment including set-up, operation, and troubleshooting
• Experience with analytical and test methods including advanced materials characterization and mechanical property testing
• Working knowledge of standard test methods for materials performance
• Working knowledge of techniques for structured experimental design, small sample size statistics, statistical methods, design for reliability, and high-volume manufacturing
• Working knowledge of structured problem-solving methodologies and tools
• Strong organizational skills and demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks concurrently
• Ability to react productively to shifting priorities to meet business needs and deadlines.
• Excellent people skills with demonstrated ability to work effectively and efficiently with diverse teams, customers, internal and external partners

• Interest in advanced technology and an on-going desire to learn
• Inclusive, enthusiastic, self-motivated, curious, and a sense of humor
• Experience in semiconductor industry

We believe it is important for every person to feel valued, included, and empowered to achieve their full potential. By bringing unique individuals and viewpoints together, we achieve extraordinary results.

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Lam offers a variety of work location models based on the needs of each role. 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.

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