Senior Engineer, Electrical Engineering R&D

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Senior Engineer, Electrical Engineering R&D

Entegris is seeking a Lead Electrical Design Engineer to join our Electrostatic Chuck R&D team at our i2M Bedford facility. In this role, you will drive the research, design, and development of next-generation electrostatic chuck technologies, directly supporting cutting-edge semiconductor applications. This is a highly technical, hands-on role for someone who thrives in innovation-driven environments and enjoys solving complex engineering challenges.

• Lead the design, development, and performance evaluation of electrostatic chucks for OEM applications
• Conduct research, modeling, and prototyping to meet customer and product requirements
• Execute prototype testing and data analysis, applying statistical methods to generate insights and recommendations
• Define test parameters, specifications, and performance criteria to ensure product reliability and feasibility
• Perform failure analysis and root cause investigations to improve product performance
• Manage new product and technology development (NPD/NTD) projects, including: defining goals and success criteria, assessing risks, driving execution to meet timeline
• Lead test equipment selection and qualification, including MSA and engineering validation
• Collaborate cross-functionally while maintaining ownership of technical deliverables

• Ph.D. in Physics, Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, or related field preferred
• 3+ years of experience in R&D or product development in a technical discipline
• Strong knowledge of:
  Electrostatics, electrical circuits, and insulation systems
• High-voltage systems (up to 20kV)
• Hands-on experience with designing, building, and testing electrical systems
• Experience with electrical field modeling tools (e.g., ANSYS, COMSOL, MATLAB, Solid Works)
• Familiarity with statistical and quality methodologies (Six Sigma, DOE, FMEA, MSA)
• Strong problem‑solving skills, creativity, and attention to detail
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills

• Experience with semiconductor fabrication processes and equipment

Lead. Inspire. Innovate. Define Your Future. Not everyone who works for a global company shares the same background, experiences and perspectives. We leverage the differences of our employees to bring new ideas to the table. Every employee throughout the company is encouraged to share input on projects and initiatives. Our decision-making process is truly a collaborative effort as we realize there are leaders at every level of the organization.

We put our values at the core of how we operate as an organization - not just when it’s convenient, but in a lasting and meaningful way. We want the time and energy you spend here to have a positive impact on your life inside and outside of the office.

• Generous 401(K) plan with an impressive employer match
• Excellent health, dental and vision insurance packages to fit your needs
• Flexible work schedule and 11 paid holidays a year
• Paid time off (PTO) policy that empowers you to take the time you need to recharge
• Education assistance to support your learning journey
• Values-driven culture with colleagues that rally around People, Accountability, Creativity and Excellence

Compensation: $100,000-$140,000, based upon candidate skillset and experience.

Entegris does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role. Do not apply for this role if you will need Entegris immigration sponsorship (e.g., H1B, TN, STEM OPT, etc.) now or in the future.

At Entegris we are committed to providing equal opportunity to all employees and applicants. Our policy is to recruit, hire, train, and reward employees for their individual abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, marital or military status.

At Entegris, we want you to be part of our culture, which values your unique talents, skills, and experiences. We believe what we do is as important as how we do it. People at our company bring their true selves to work, and are appreciated not only for what they do, but for who they are. This plus the technical complexity of our products and solutions means you can be sure your work is both challenging and changing the world for the better.

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