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Senior Process Engineer

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$200K - $300K/yr

Ownership of fabrication strategies in lithography, deposition, and etch, as well as designing ... Demonstrated experience handling delicate samples and operating complex fabrication and ...

INTEL

Module Development Engineer

Vernonia, OR

$201K - $284K/yr

Recommends and implements modifications for operating equipment to improve production efficiency ... Proven track record of technical ownership and delivery of dry etch process innovations that ...

INTEL

Module Development Engineer

Portland, OR · On-site

$201K - $284K/yr

Recommends and implements modifications for operating equipment to improve production efficiency ... Proven track record of technical ownership and delivery of dry etch process innovations that ...

INTEL

Module Development Engineer

Santa Clara, CA

$201K - $284K/yr

Recommends and implements modifications for operating equipment to improve production efficiency ... Proven track record of technical ownership and delivery of dry etch process innovations that ...

Intel

Module Development Engineer

Santa Clara, CA

Recommends and implements modifications for operating equipment to improve production efficiency ... Proven track record of technical ownership and delivery of dry etch process innovations that ...

Intel

Module Development Engineer

Santa Clara, CA · On-site

Recommends and implements modifications for operating equipment to improve production efficiency ... Strong command of plasma etch fundamentals, including plasma generation, plasma-surface ...

Intel

Module Development Engineer

Hillsboro, OR

Recommends and implements modifications for operating equipment to improve production efficiency ... Proven track record of technical ownership and delivery of dry etch process innovations that ...

Intel

Module Development Engineer

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

Recommends and implements modifications for operating equipment to improve production efficiency ... Proven track record of technical ownership and delivery of dry etch process innovations that ...

INTEL

Module Development Engineer

Lafayette, OR

$201K - $284K/yr

Recommends and implements modifications for operating equipment to improve production efficiency ... Proven track record of technical ownership and delivery of dry etch process innovations that ...

INTEL

Module Development Engineer

Austin, TX

$201K - $284K/yr

Recommends and implements modifications for operating equipment to improve production efficiency ... Proven track record of technical ownership and delivery of dry etch process innovations that ...

Intel

Module Development Engineer

Folsom, CA · On-site

Recommends and implements modifications for operating equipment to improve production efficiency ... Proven track record of technical ownership and delivery of dry etch process innovations that ...

INTEL

Module Development Engineer

Folsom, CA

$201K - $284K/yr

Recommends and implements modifications for operating equipment to improve production efficiency ... Proven track record of technical ownership and delivery of dry etch process innovations that ...

Intel

Module Development Engineer

Austin, TX · On-site

Recommends and implements modifications for operating equipment to improve production efficiency ... Proven track record of technical ownership and delivery of dry etch process innovations that ...

INTEL

Module Development Engineer

Phoenix, AZ

$201K - $284K/yr

Recommends and implements modifications for operating equipment to improve production efficiency ... Proven track record of technical ownership and delivery of dry etch process innovations that ...

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How much do senior etch operator jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior etch operator in the United States is $80,287.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $41,500.00 and $103,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Senior Etch Operator vs Etch Operator?

AspectSenior Etch OperatorEtch Operator
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; experience in etching processes; sometimes certifications in manufacturing or safetyHigh school diploma or equivalent; basic training in etching equipment
Work EnvironmentManufacturing plants, cleanrooms, semiconductor or electronics industriesManufacturing facilities, electronics or semiconductor industries
ResponsibilitiesOverseeing etching processes, troubleshooting, mentoring junior staff, quality controlOperating etching equipment, monitoring process parameters, basic troubleshooting

The main difference between a Senior Etch Operator and an Etch Operator lies in experience and responsibilities. Senior Etch Operators typically have more experience, take on supervisory tasks, and handle complex troubleshooting, while Etch Operators focus on operating equipment and monitoring processes. Both roles are essential in manufacturing environments like semiconductor fabrication, but the senior role involves greater oversight and expertise.

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Infographic showing various Senior Etch Operator job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 43% Full Time, 55% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $80,287 per year, or $38.6 per hour.

Senior Manufacturing Engineer - Thin Film Engineering (PVD, PECVD, ALD & RIE)

Ensurge Micropower ASA

San Jose, CA • On-site

$162K - $198K/yr

Full-time

Posted 21 days ago

Job description

About Ensurge Micropower
Ensurge Micropower (OSE: ENSU) is a pioneer in solid-state microbattery technology,
enabling the next generation of intelligent, connected devices. Leveraging proprietary thin-film and roll-to-roll manufacturing, Ensurge delivers safe, high-energy-density batteries for
wearables, health tech, industrial sensing, and defense applications. As our technology
transitions from development to production, disciplined manufacturing execution becomes the
differentiator.
Role Overview
Ensurge is seeking a Senior Manufacturing Engineer (IC) to own and scale the Thin-Film
Engineering processes - deposition (PVD/Sputtering, PECVD, ALD) and etch (RIE) - from
pilot through early production. This role is not just about process - it is about delivering
manufacturing results.
Responsibilities
Own daily manufacturing performance for the PVD/Sputtering, PECVD, ALD, and RIE
process areas
  • Drive output, yield, uptime, and cycle time
  • Support production directly - troubleshooting issues in real time
  • Partner with Operations to ensure line execution meets plan

Convert R&D processes into repeatable, production-ready workflows
  • Define and lock critical process parameters (CPPs) - e.g., chamber pressure, Ar/process
    gas flow, RF/DC power, substrate bias, deposition rate, film stress and thickness
    uniformity targets (PVD/PECVD); precursor/co-reactant pulse and purge times, cycle
    count, growth per cycle (GPC), and substrate temperature (ALD); RF power, gas
    chemistry (e.g., CF4/O2/Cl2), etch rate, selectivity, sidewall profile/anisotropy, DC bias,
    and endpoint detection (RIE)
  • Define and lock control limits and OCAPs
  • Ensure processes are robust, stable, and scalable
    Work with Equipment Engineering to:
  • Define tool requirements (sputter cathodes/targets, PECVD chambers, ALD reactors and
    precursor delivery systems, RIE/ICP-RIE chambers and endpoint detection systems,
    RF/DC power supplies, vacuum, gas delivery, and abatement/scrubber systems)
  • Improve reliability and uptime
  • Implement process-driven upgrades
  • Lead tool qualification and process acceptance
  • Ensure equipment supports throughput, precision, and repeatability
    Own flow from substrate input → deposition/etch → downstream handoff to assembly
  • Reduce bottlenecks, WIP, and inefficiencies
  • Improve line balance and production scheduling alignment
  • Support layout and flow improvements as the system scales
    Partner with Quality to implement:
  • SPC and process control on film thickness, stress, uniformity, and conformality
  • Film characterization (ellipsometry, profilometry, XRD, SEM/AFM, four-point probe) to validate deposition results against CPPs
  • Traceability and data capture
    Build and maintain:
  • SOPs
  • Process specs
  • Control plans
  • Ensure manufacturing is data-driven and auditable
    Lead structured RCA on:
  • Yield loss
  • Defects
  • Downtime
  • Use characterization data (SEM, XRD, cross-section imaging) to root-cause excursions
  • Implement sustainable fixes - not workarounds
  • Drive continuous improvement aligned to operational excellence principles (standard work, DMS, etc.)
    Qualifications
    Required
  • 7-12+ years in manufacturing engineering with thin-film deposition and etch
    (PVD/sputtering, PECVD, ALD, and/or RIE) in battery, semiconductor, or thin-film
    industries
  • Proven experience owning manufacturing processes on the floor
  • Strong track record of driving yield and throughput improvements
  • Experience supporting or leading pilot → production scale-up
  • Hands-on mindset - comfortable working directly with equipment, technicians, and
    operators
  • Working knowledge of thin-film characterization techniques (e.g., ellipsometry,
    profilometry, XRD, SEM) and their use in validating and controlling deposition processes
    Preferred
  • Understanding of film stress engineering, plasma physics, RF coupling, and DC self-bias
  • Understanding of plasma etch chemistry, selectivity, anisotropy, and endpoint detection
    (RIE/ICP-RIE)
  • Familiarity with ALD precursor chemistry, self-limiting surface reactions, and pulse/purge sequencing
  • Vacuum systems and chamber conditioning experience
  • Experience with image-based film/defect characterization (SEM, optical microscopy) and
    correlating characterization data back to process control limits
  • Experience with MES, traceability systems, or data-driven manufacturing
    Salary Range:
    $162,000-$198,000
    The base salary range is specific to California. The salary of the final candidate selected for this role will be determined by a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty, and training.
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Industry

Electrical equipment, appliance, and component manufacturing

Company size

11 - 50 Employees

Headquarters location

San Jose, CA, US

Year founded

2005

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