CareerPlan

Module Development Engineer (Ph.D.) - Intel Foundry

US, Oregon, HillsboroFull-time$134k–$189k2026-10-23 → 2026-11-10

Core

Drive the development, optimization, characterization, and high-volume manufacturing (HVM) transfer of leading-edge semiconductor processes.

Role type

Senior IC process development engineer (semiconductor fabrication)

Builds

Advanced semiconductor process technologies for Intel architecture

Domain

Semiconductor manufacturing / Process Technology

Required skills

Semiconductor process development, Lithography, Thin-film deposition, Metrology, Yield analysis, Statistical modeling (DOE, SPC), Equipment hardware engineering, Cross-functional collaboration, Technical documentation

Preferred skills

Cleanroom experience, Data science & automation (Python, MATLAB), Device physics & integration, Technical publication record

Technologies

ALD, CVD, PVD, Plasma etch, CD-SEM, TEM, AFM, JMP, C#

Responsibilities

Design and execute experimental runs to advance semiconductor processes and equipment; Apply statistical modeling and control systems to reduce variability and drive yield; Partner with external tool/material suppliers to co-develop equipment and process methodologies; Resolve root causes of equipment, process, and yield excursions for HVM transfer; Document experimental findings and technical recommendations.

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC