Systems Engineer 4

The group you’ll be a part of

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. 

The impact you’ll make

Join Lam as a Systems Engineer and you'll be at the forefront, designing and developing solutions for advanced semiconductor wafer fabrication equipment. You will define system specifications, requirements, parameters, and compatibility to integrate hardware, software, and firmware into a cohesive system.  You will help design and analyze equipment, conduct experimental tests, and evaluate results to create reliable cutting-edge solutions.

In this role, you will directly contribute to the design and development of the next generation Lam Wet Deposition products. You will be part of the future direction of the semiconductor industry.

What you’ll do

• Operate as project owner leading multidisciplinary projects with a high-level of autonomy, managing schedules, milestones, and deliverables.
• Review complex problem statements, generate design specifications, test plans, documentation and reports as required.
• Design and develop highly complex electrical systems, sub-systems, and/or solutions, applying engineering methods to design.
• Perform hands-on test and validation utilizing lab equipment to characterize the performance of electrical & electro-mechanical systems.
• Contributes to research and development efforts for future products by collecting and analyzing data to improve system designs.
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering design teams to design and modify custom and OEM system components.
• Acts as a resource and mentor for more junior colleagues.

Who we’re looking for

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related field with 8+ years of experience; or master’s degree with 6+ years’ experience; or equivalent experience.
• Creative thinker with strong problem solving and troubleshooting capabilities.
• Excellent technical communication skills, both written and verbal, to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Hands-on experience in electronic circuit design (analog, digital), signal and controls theory, development and associated electrical board design, troubleshooting and validation.
• In depth system level understanding of Electrical architecture, system integration, and applications.
• Expertise in application of power and controls technologies for systems automation.
• Knowledgeable in CAD tools for electrical design and simulation (e.g., PCAD, ORCAD, ZUKEN, AutoCAD, Spice).

Preferred qualifications

• Strong project management skills and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Hands-on experience in developing and deploying machine vision systems in an industrial or research setting.
• Strong understanding of image processing techniques and algorithms.
• Experience in troubleshooting with problem-solving techniques such as 5-why, 8D, fishbones, etc.
• Ideal candidate will have a background understanding in semiconductor processing
• Familiar with software test methodologies, Design of Experiments, and a passion for testing.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to analyze complex systems.  Proficient at troubleshooting with common tools: DVM, Oscilloscope, network sniffers, protocol analyzers, etc.
• Knowledge in Printed Circuit Board (PCB) and low voltage circuit design for power and control applications.

Our commitment

We believe it is important for every person to feel valued, included, and empowered to achieve their full potential. By bringing unique individuals and viewpoints together, we achieve extraordinary results.

Lam Research ("Lam" or the "Company") is an equal opportunity employer. Lam is committed to and reaffirms support of equal opportunity in employment and non-discrimination in employment policies, practices and procedures on the basis of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, or military and veteran status or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. It is the Company's intention to comply with all applicable laws and regulations. Company policy prohibits unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees.

Lam offers a variety of work location models based on the needs of each role. Our hybrid roles combine the benefits of on-site collaboration with colleagues and the flexibility to work remotely and fall into two categories – On-site Flex and Virtual Flex. ‘On-site Flex’ you’ll work 3+ days per week on-site at a Lam or customer/supplier location, with the opportunity to work remotely for the balance of the week. ‘Virtual Flex’ you’ll work 1-2 days per week on-site at a Lam or customer/supplier location, and remotely the rest of the time.