Our international client is currently searching for a Principal Photolithography Process Engineer to lead the development, optimization, and transfer of advanced photolithography processes for semiconductor devices from R&D through high-volume manufacturing.
Key Responsibilities:
* Develop and optimize photolithography processes for photonic devices.
* Support R&D/manufacturing wafers and transfer processes to large-scale production.
* Oversee lithography equipment setup, calibration, maintenance, and performance.
* Collaborate with design, integration, facilities, epitaxy, etching, and testing teams.
* Establish process controls, characterization methods, and yield/reliability standards.
* Troubleshoot lithography/process issues and drive continuous improvement.
* Research and implement new lithography techniques, materials, and technologies.
* Provide technical leadership and manage R&D projects aligned to business goals.
Required Experience & Skills:
* PhD in Materials Science, Physics, Chemistry, Electrical Engineering, or similar.
* 12+ years in photolithography, ideally in compound semiconductors or photonics.
* Expertise in mask design, resist technologies, and cleanroom lithography equipment (steppers, aligners, spin coaters).
* Experience with characterization tools (SEM, AFM, profilometers).
* Strong understanding of photonics/optoelectronics and semiconductor manufacturing.
* Data analysis, statistical process control, troubleshooting, leadership, and communication skills.
Preferred:
* Optoelectronic device fabrication experience.
* Semiconductor process integration and fabrication workflow knowledge.
* Familiarity with optical/photonics industry standards.
Please contact Rachel Anderson for further details.