Chemical Systems Engineer 3

In your career, let’s prove what’s possible.

At Lam Research, we create equipment that drives technological advancements in the semiconductor industry. Our innovative solutions enable chipmakers to power progress in nearly all aspects of modern life, and it takes each member of our team to make it possible.
Across our organization, our employees come to work and change the world. We take on the toughest challenges with precision and accuracy. We push for the next big semiconductor breakthrough. We lead the way in one of the most critical and fast-moving industries on the planet. And we do it together, with deep connections and limitless collaboration.
The impact we have on the world is made possible by focusing on our people. So we recognize and celebrate our teams’ achievements. We strive to create an inclusive and diverse culture where everyone’s contribution and voice has value. We evaluate and evolve our offerings, so our people receive the support and empowerment to do meaningful things for their lives, careers, and communities.
Because at Lam, we believe that when people are the priority and they’re inspired to unleash the power of innovation for a better world together, anything is possible.

Date:
Jul 4, 2026

Location:

Fremont, CA, US, 94538

Worker Category:
On-site Flex

In the Global Products Group, we are dedicated to excellence in the design and engineering of Lam's etch and deposition products. We drive innovation to ensure our cutting-edge solutions are helping to solve the biggest challenges in the semiconductor industry.

As a Systems Engineer at Lam, you will design complex frameworks, systems, or products for our wafer fabrication equipment. You will define system specifications, requirements, parameters, and compatibility to integrate hardware, software, and firmware into a cohesive system. By identifying, analyzing, and resolving system design weaknesses, combined with your multi-layered technical expertise, you will help shape the next generation of Lam initiatives.

• Support evaluations of gas and liquid delivery systems, including mechanical design considerations, facilities installation, and new chemical evaluations.
• Collaborate with third‑party partners to develop best practices for process effluent management and gas abatement systems.
• Assist in implementing effluent management solutions and tracking their performance in an applications lab environment.
• Participate in emissions and environmental measurement Design of Experiments (DOE), including hands‑on testing using analytical tools such as FTIR and QMS (training provided).
• Analyze collected test data to help understand underlying chemical reactions, process behavior, and overall environmental performance.
• Develop and maintain Best Known Method (BKM) documentation and supporting materials for both internal teams and external customers.
• Participate in hazard analyses and safety design reviews for semiconductor tools and processes.
• Advise internal and external customers on flammability assessments and dilution requirements.
• Work closely with engineering, facilities, environmental health and safety (EHS), suppliers, and customers as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Build foundational expertise in the safety and environmental aspects of semiconductor tool design, testing, and process applications, with increasing responsibility over time.

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemistry, or a related field, with a minimum of 5 years of related experience; or a Master’s degree in the same fields with a minimum of 3 years of related experience; or a PhD in the same fields with no prior experience; or equivalent relevant work experience.
• Strong curiosity about how hardware, chemical, environmental, and safety systems work in real world semiconductor applications.
• Flexibility to support diverse types of projects including design of experiment, hands‑on setup and testing, data analysis, and technical documentation.
• Willingness to learn new tools, processes, and safety practices in a semiconductor environment.
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