Processing Engineering Manager

## Processing Engineering Manager
** Newport Beach,CA92660
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* Employment Type:

Perm Job Number: 25511

Remote Options:
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Job Description Wet Etch Process Engineering Manager  
** Salary Range:** $185k to $208k   

Position Overview  We are seeking an experienced
** Wet Etch Process Engineering Manager
** to lead and develop a high-performing team within our semiconductor manufacturing facility. In this role, you will oversee wet etch process operations, ensure stable and high-quality manufacturing performance, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
This is a critical leadership position responsible for sustaining process control, improving yield and quality, supporting capacity expansion, leading process development and technology transfers, and executing cost-reduction strategies. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to deliver products that meet customer specifications and production timelines.  ---Key Responsibilities
* Lead, manage, mentor, and develop a team of process engineers and technicians.
* Establish clear performance expectations and provide ongoing coaching and feedback.
* Maintain and improve wet etch process control to ensure stable manufacturing performance.
* Troubleshoot technical issues and lead root cause analysis efforts to prevent recurrence.
* Drive continuous improvement and cost-reduction initiatives.
* Qualify processes across multiple tool platforms to increase operational flexibility.
* Support new equipment qualification and production ramp activities.
* Partner with Operations and Equipment Engineering to resolve manufacturing challenges and meet output targets.
* Serve as the subject matter expert for wet etch processes.
* Develop process specifications for new technologies and transition qualified processes into production.
* Support capital planning efforts, including justification and implementation of new process equipment.
* Collaborate with cross-functional and cross-site teams to benchmark performance and implement best practices.
* Foster a culture of ownership, accountability, and high performance.

---Qualifications  
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* Education:

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* * Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field required
* Advanced degree preferred  
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* Experience:

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* * 8+ years of wet etch process engineering experience with a Bachelor’s degree, or 3+ years with an advanced degree
* 3+ years of leadership experience in a semiconductor manufacturing environment  
** Technical & Leadership

Skills:

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* * Strong expertise in wet etch processes, materials, and integration challenges
* Experience with industry-standard wet process equipment platforms
* Solid understanding of advanced CMOS and/or RF wafer processing technologies and device yield interactions
* Demonstrated ability to mentor and develop engineering talent
* Proven track record of solving complex technical problems
* Strong analytical skills, including DOE methodologies and statistical analysis
* Experience supporting equipment qualification and capacity expansion initiatives
* Familiarity with manufacturing execution systems and statistical software tools is a plus  
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* Core Competencies:

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* * Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills
* Collaborative mindset with experience working across operations, equipment engineering, integration, and R&D teams---Why Join Us?
* Lead a critical technology area in a high-impact manufacturing environment
* Drive innovation and continuous improvement
* Collaborate with talented cross-functional teams
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