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Pecvd Process Engineer Jobs (NOW HIRING)

$87.55 - $125.05/hr

... PECVD, and Wet Etch.Design, develop and qualify different area of Mfg. Process including but not ... Provide detailed engineering analysis and documentation to support process deployment and ramp into ...

The impact you'll make As a Process Engineer at Lam, you will operate on cutting-edge technology ... PECVD), Physical Vapor Deposition (PVD), or Pulsed Laser Deposition. * Background in Plasma Physics ...

The impact you'll make As a Process Engineer at Lam, you will operate on cutting-edge technology ... PECVD), or Physical Vapor Deposition (PVD). * Background in Plasma Physics, Reactive Ion Etching ...

Process Engineer 3

Fremont, CA · On-site

$86K - $192K/yr

The impact you'll make As a Process Engineer at Lam, you will operate on cutting-edge technology ... PECVD), or Physical Vapor Deposition (PVD). * Background in Plasma Physics, Reactive Ion Etching ...

Process Engineer 3

Fremont, CA · On-site

$86K - $192K/yr

The impact you'll make As a Process Engineer at Lam, you will operate on cutting-edge technology ... PECVD), or Physical Vapor Deposition (PVD). * Background in Plasma Physics, Reactive Ion Etching ...

Process Engineer 3

Fremont, CA · On-site

$86K - $192K/yr

The impact you'll make As a Process Engineer at Lam, you will operate on cutting-edge technology ... PECVD), or Physical Vapor Deposition (PVD). * Background in Plasma Physics, Reactive Ion Etching ...

Process Engineer 3

Fremont, CA · On-site

$86K - $192K/yr

The impact you'll make As a Process Engineer at Lam, you will operate on cutting-edge technology ... PECVD), or Physical Vapor Deposition (PVD). * Background in Plasma Physics, Reactive Ion Etching ...

Process Engineer 4

Fremont, CA · On-site

$104K - $231K/yr

The impact you'll make As a Process Engineer at Lam, you will operate on cutting-edge technology ... PECVD), or Physical Vapor Deposition (PVD). * Background in Plasma Physics, Reactive Ion Etching ...

Process Engineer 4

Fremont, CA · On-site

$104K - $231K/yr

The impact you'll make As a Process Engineer at Lam, you will operate on cutting-edge technology ... PECVD), or Physical Vapor Deposition (PVD). * Background in Plasma Physics, Reactive Ion Etching ...

Process Engineer 4

Fremont, CA · On-site

$104K - $231K/yr

The impact you'll make As a Process Engineer at Lam, you will operate on cutting-edge technology ... PECVD), or Physical Vapor Deposition (PVD). * Background in Plasma Physics, Reactive Ion Etching ...

The impact you'll make As a Process Engineer at Lam, you will operate on cutting-edge technology ... PECVD), or Physical Vapor Deposition (PVD). * Background in Plasma Physics, Reactive Ion Etching ...

Process Engineer 5

Austin, TX · On-site

$105K - $231K/yr

The impact you'll make As a Process Engineer at Lam, you will operate on cutting-edge technology ... PECVD), or Physical Vapor Deposition (PVD). * Background in Plasma Physics, Reactive Ion Etching ...

Process Engineer 3

Fremont, CA · On-site

$104K - $192K/yr

The impact you'll make As a Process Engineer at Lam, you will operate on cutting-edge technology ... PECVD), or Physical Vapor Deposition (PVD). * Background in Plasma Physics, Reactive Ion Etching ...

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How much do pecvd process engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 22, 2026, the average yearly pay for pecvd process engineer 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 is a PECVD process engineer?

PECVD Process Engineers are specialists who develop, optimize, and maintain Plasma Enhanced Chemical Vapor Deposition (PECVD) processes used in semiconductor manufacturing and related industries. They work with advanced equipment to deposit thin films on substrates, ensuring uniformity and high-quality results. Their responsibilities include process troubleshooting, equipment maintenance, and collaborating with other engineers to improve film performance and yield. PECVD Process Engineers play a critical role in producing microelectronic devices and other components requiring precise material deposition.

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

To thrive as a PECVD Process Engineer, you need a solid background in materials science, semiconductor processing, and chemical engineering, often supported by a relevant engineering degree. Familiarity with PECVD equipment, process characterization tools (such as ellipsometry, SEM, and profilometry), and statistical process control systems is typically required. Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving abilities, and effective teamwork are essential soft skills in this role. These competencies are crucial for optimizing process performance, ensuring high product quality, and driving innovation in semiconductor manufacturing environments.

What are some common challenges a PECVD process engineer faces when optimizing thin film deposition processes?

PECVD Process Engineers often encounter challenges such as achieving uniform film thickness across large substrates, minimizing defects, and maintaining process stability over long production runs. Balancing deposition rate, film quality, and equipment throughput requires careful tuning of process parameters like gas flow, pressure, and plasma power. Collaboration with equipment maintenance teams and R&D is essential to resolve issues quickly and implement process improvements. Staying up-to-date with advancements in materials and plasma technology also plays a key role in overcoming these challenges.
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Infographic showing various Pecvd Process Engineer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 79% Full Time, 16% Part Time, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 92% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $92,018 per year, or $44.2 per hour.

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locationsUSA - CA - San Jose (Rose)Opentime typeFull timeposted onPosted 2 Days Agojob requisition id2026928It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!Senior Manufacturing Process Engineer (Mfg Waferfab)We value our talented employees, and whenever possible strive to help one of our associates grow professionally before recruiting new talent to our open positions. If you think the open position you see is right for you, we encourage you to apply!Our people make all the difference in our success.We are seeking a bright Process Engineering professional to join our talented team in our San Jose Fab. If you have a passion for learning and solving problems as well as an educational background that includes materials science, physics, electrical engineering or directly related disciplines; or hands-on experience that includes wafer fabrication process and equipment; - this role could be just what you seek.What Will You Do:This role involves developing and maintaining processes for the fabrication of compound semiconductor wafers. It requires close collaboration with cross-functional teams in Process Development, Integration, and Product Engineering to ensure the seamless transfer of advanced processes into production. Additionally, this position will support the Product Engineering team with First Pass Yield and Failure Analysis to enhance the performance and yield of photonic devices. A strong understanding and practical experience in wafer fab processing are crucial, particularly in Photolithography and Plating, as well as in Sputtering thin film deposition, RIE, PECVD, and Wet Etch.Design, develop and qualify different area of Mfg. Process including but not limited to Photolithography, Plating, and Sputtering thin film deposition processes.Sustain processes with emphasis on statistical process control, maintain yields and improve yields to targets.Improve manufacturability and defect reduction for different process areas of the wafer fab by working closely with various process engineers.Develop and maintain documentation and statistical process control (SPC) charts appropriate to a wafer manufacturing Fab.Data Analysis and correlation of defects with process parameters across different process areas of the fab.Process development and sustaining engineering for GaAs/InP wafer processes for existing products.Provide detailed engineering analysis and documentation to support process deployment and ramp into volume manufacturing.Requirements:The ideal candidate should possess a BS degree along with over 8 years of relevant experience in a clean room manufacturing environment. An MS or PhD in materials science, electrical engineering, optics, solid state physics, or a similar field is preferred. Additionally, having over 3 years of practical experience in a production wafer fabrication facility and high-volume manufacturing is highly desirable.Familiarity with fabricating III-V compound semiconductor devices, such as edge-emitting lasers, vertical surface-emitting lasers, photodetectors, and integrated photonics devices, is advantageous.Experience with statistical data analysis tools like JMP and Minitab is required, and proficiency in Python is considered an advantage.Proven ability to execute projects independentlyStrong collaboration and communication skills are essential for effectively interacting with Process Engineering, Manufacturing, Design, Production Engineering, and other cross-functional project teams.Experience with process design of experiments (DOE), statistical process control (SPC) rules, control charts, and various aspects of manufacturing and operations is required.Proven ability to independently handle projects and adapt to a flexible schedule for 24/7 fab manufacturing support.Pay Range:P40-USA-1 :$87,550.00 - $125,050.00Disclaimer:Final base salary for the successful candidate will depend on multiple factors, including but not limited to, job location, where work will be performed, qualifications, work history and relevant experience. With our continual goal of making Lumentum a best place to work for our employees, we strive to offer employees competitive total compensation packages, which may include annual bonus, commission for certain sales roles, equity, and health and welfare benefits. #J-18808-Ljbffr