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Process Engineer, Dry Etch

Job in Newport Beach, Orange County, California, 92659, USA
Listing for: Tower Semiconductor
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-01-04
Job specializations:
  • Engineering
    Manufacturing Engineer, Process Engineer
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 90000 - 153000 USD Yearly USD 90000.00 153000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

We’re seeking an experienced Dry Etch Process Engineer to sustain, improve, and develop dry etch processes in a high-volume manufacturing facility. This role requires a strong technical background, leadership skills, and excellent communication abilities. The successful candidate will partner with cross‑functional teams to deliver products on time, improve process capabilities, and drive quality and reliability.

Why This Job Is For You
  • Sustain and improve dry etch processes in a high‑volume manufacturing environment
  • Develop and implement new dry etch capabilities and process enhancements to improve key performance metrics
  • Troubleshoot and solve yield issues, and ramp new process technologies from R&D to volume manufacturing
  • Characterize and qualify new equipment, equipment upgrades, and process technologies
  • Interface with global counterparts to benchmark and improve etch processes and procedures
  • Support the Integration team and Quality organization to ensure technologies meet qualification and reliability requirements
Job Requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Electrical Engineering, Solid State Physics, or related field
  • Demonstrated knowledge of dry etch principles, theories, concepts, tools, and techniques
  • 4+ years of dry etch process engineering experience (2+ years with advanced degree)
  • Expertise in poly and/or metal etch with experience using LAM
    2300, AMAT DPS, and/or LAM
    9600 tools preferred
  • Strong organizational and leadership skills, with ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize shifting business needs
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with ability to work in a global team environment
  • Experience with design of experiment techniques, data analysis, and statistical analysis software (e.g., JMP)
  • Advanced degree (Master’s or Ph.D.) in relevant field preferred
  • Knowledge of PROMIS WIP management and JMP statistical analysis software preferred
  • Experience with lean manufacturing, FMEAs, and 8D problem‑solving processes preferred
Compensation Range

$90,000 - $153,000

Seniority level

Not Applicable

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Manufacturing and Engineering

Industries:
Semiconductor Manufacturing

Benefits
  • Medical insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • 401(k)
  • Tuition assistance
  • Disability insurance
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