CareerPlan

Engineering Technician 4 1

US-OR-Tualatin (1034)Full-time2026-04-29 → 2026-10-24

Core

Prepare STEM/TEM samples and perform imaging using Scanning Transmission Electron Microscopy (STEM) and FIB-SEM tools to support semiconductor engineering problem resolution.

Role type

Senior IC engineering technician (materials science/analytical techniques)

Builds

Internal microscopy data and sample analysis for Lam's etch and deposition products

Domain

Semiconductor manufacturing / Materials science

Deliverable

physical/clinical work

Required skills

Dual-beam FIB/SEM operation, STEM/TEM sample preparation, automated lamella preparation, technical documentation creation, spatial awareness for tool operation, high-throughput workflow optimization

Preferred skills

Semiconductor industry material knowledge, customer IP protection and sample handling

Technologies

Thermo Fisher Helios systems, FIB-SEM, STEM, TEM

Responsibilities

Prepare STEM/TEM samples and image samples in Scanning Transmission Electron Microscopy (STEM) using Thermo Fisher Helios systems, Perform FIB-SEM analysis, Follow lab methodology for STEM sample preparation consistent with quality standards, Optimize personal workflow for efficient throughput of samples, Communicate with lab management to provide work completion time estimates, Provide feedback to lab management for continuous improvement opportunities in lab workflows, Protect customer material and IP at all times