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Neuralink

Microfabrication Technician

Fremont, CA · On-site

$27/hr

As a Microfabrication Technician at Neuralink, you will be responsible for the production of our microelectrode arrays, collaborating with engineers to maintain equipment and processes within ...

Micross

Process Engineer

Durham, NC · On-site

... microfabrication facility. Essential Duties & Responsibilities: * Operation of semiconductor ... S. in physical science or engineering * 3+ years of job experience is a plus * Excellent hands-on ...

Emergingdx Inc

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Microfabrication & Microfluidics Engineer

Lowell, MA · On-site

Develop and optimize clean-room micro/nano fabrication processes (photolithography, thin-film ... D. in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Materials Science ...

Neuralink

Microfabrication Technician

Fremont, CA · On-site

$27/hr

The Microfabrication Team, a division of the Brain Interfaces Hardware Department, designs ... Collaborating with engineers to refine, troubleshoot, and improve processes while maintaining or ...

nLIGHT

Sr. Process Engineer

Camas, WA

$100K - $125K/yr

... microfabrication, and aerospace & defense applications, to name a few. Our lasers are changing not ... About the Role A key leader within the Process Engineering team, the successful candidate will ...

Emergingdx Inc

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Microfabrication & Microfluidics Engineer

Lowell, MA · On-site

Develop and optimize clean-room micro/nano fabrication processes (photolithography, thin-film ... D. in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Materials Science ...

nLIGHT

Sr. Process Engineer

Camas, WA

... microfabrication, and aerospace & defense applications, to name a few. Our lasers are changing not ... About the Role A key leader within the Process Engineering team, the successful candidate will ...

nLIGHT

Sr. Process Engineer

Camas, WA · On-site

$100K - $125K/yr

... microfabrication, and aerospace & defense applications, to name a few. Our lasers are changing not ... About the Role A key leader within the Process Engineering team, the successful candidate will ...

nLIGHT

Sr. Process Engineer

Camas, WA · On-site

$100K - $125K/yr

... microfabrication, and aerospace & defense applications, to name a few. Our lasers are changing not ... About the Role A key leader within the Process Engineering team, the successful candidate will ...

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How much do microfabrication process engineering jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 4, 2026, the average yearly pay for microfabrication process engineering in the United States is $92,018.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $74,500.00 and $103,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Microfabrication Process Engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Microfabrication Process Engineer, you need a solid background in materials science, semiconductor physics, and cleanroom fabrication techniques, typically supported by at least a bachelor’s or master’s degree in engineering or a related field. Familiarity with tools such as photolithography systems, plasma etchers, and metrology instruments, as well as experience with process simulation software, is highly valuable. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and effective teamwork are essential soft skills for excelling in this role. These capabilities ensure precise process development, yield optimization, and successful collaboration in high-tech manufacturing environments.

What are some typical challenges faced by Microfabrication Process Engineers, and how can they be addressed?

Microfabrication Process Engineers often encounter challenges related to process variability, contamination control, and maintaining high yields in a cleanroom environment. These engineers must consistently troubleshoot issues with photolithography, etching, or deposition steps, often requiring close collaboration with equipment technicians and R&D teams. Proactively documenting process changes, performing root cause analysis, and maintaining strong communication with cross-functional teams are key strategies for overcoming these challenges and ensuring continuous improvement in device fabrication.

What is microfabrication process engineering?

Microfabrication process engineering is the field focused on designing, developing, and optimizing processes to create very small structures and devices, typically at the micrometer or nanometer scale. It plays a critical role in manufacturing semiconductors, microelectromechanical systems (MEMS), and other miniature components used in electronics, biotechnology, and optics. Engineers in this field use techniques such as photolithography, etching, and deposition to fabricate intricate patterns and structures on materials like silicon wafers. The work requires knowledge of materials science, chemistry, physics, and engineering principles to ensure both precision and reliability in manufacturing.
Infographic showing various Microfabrication Process Engineering job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% Locum Tenens, 2% As Needed, 83% Full Time, 4% Part Time, 8% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 93% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $92,018 per year, or $44.2 per hour.
Process Engineer - H1

Process Engineer - H1

Quantum Computing Inc.

Tempe, AZ • On-site

Full-time

Posted 25 days ago

Job description

Senior Process Engineer - H1
Location : Tempe, AZ
Department : Operations
Reports to : Director of Manufacturing Operations
About Us
Quantum Computing Inc. (QCi) (Nasdaq: QUBT) is an innovative, integrated photonics company that provides accessible and affordable quantum machines to the world today. QCi products are designed to operate at room temperature and low power at an affordable cost. The Company's portfolio of core technology and products offer unique capabilities in the areas of high-performance computing, artificial intelligence, cyber security as well as remote sensing applications.
Position Description
QCi is seeking a highly motivated senior process engineer to join our team to support several high priority customer projects. In this role, the candidate will work collaboratively with a cross functional team of process engineers, PIC designers, RF designers, and PIC characterization engineers to fabricate non-linear photonic integrated circuits based on thin film lithium niobate. The ideal candidate will have several years of process development experience in etching (chemical etch, plasma etch, ion beam etch), deposition (electron beam evaporation, sputtering), lithography (photolithography, electron beam lithography) and metrology (SEM, AFM, TEM, stylus profilometry, white light interferometry).
Duties and Responsibilities
  • Lead the development and optimization of manufacturing processes of thin film lithium niobate photonic integrated circuits
  • Drive process integration and improvement initiatives to enhance device performance and yield.
  • Work closely with the process team in the cleanroom to optimize associated metrology measurements in the fabrication flow of TFLN chips
  • Collaborate with stakeholders across the manufacturing organization, including the design and measurement teams to deliver high quality photonic integrated circuits.
  • Utilize advanced metrology tools such as CD SEM, AFM, ellipsometry, profilometry, XPS, XRD, and optical interferometry for process characterization and defect analysis.
  • Troubleshoot process deviations, particle contamination, and performance issues and implement corrective actions and continuous improvement strategies.
  • Support high priority customers throughout the design, fabrication and testing phases of their projects

Required Skills and Experience
  • Master's, or Ph.D. in Materials Science, Electrical Engineering, Physics, or related field.
  • 5+ years of experience in process engineering,
  • Strong background in measurement and / or design of photonic integrated circuits
  • Hands-on experience with metrology tools such as CD SEM, Alignment, Film Thickness Characterization, Particle Measure for process verification and defect analysis.
  • Strong problem-solving skills with experience in data analysis, SPC, and DOE.
  • Ability to work in a cleanroom environment and interface with cross-functional engineering teams.
  • Must have or be able to obtain a US DoD Security Clearance.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Ph.D. in Materials Science, Electrical Engineering, Physics, or related field.
  • Experience and understanding of microfabrication for photonics devices, process integration, photonic materials properties and modification, and the incorporation of MEMS and electronic devices.
  • Experience modeling and measuring photonic integrated circuits
  • Experience with microwave and or RF photonics
  • Experience with heterogeneous bonding between wafers and chips is valued.
  • Experience working with 5S, and 6 Sigma

Incumbent(s) in this position may be required to perform other duties and special assignments not specifically stated above.
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