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Systems Engineer 3

Lam Research Corporation is an American supplier of wafer-fabrication equipment and related services to the semiconductor industry. Its products are used primarily in front-end wafer processing, which involves the steps that create the active components of semiconductor devices and their wiring.

Lam Research

Employee count: 5000+

Salary: 96k-215k USD

United States only

The Group You’ll Be A Part Of

We are seeking a Systems Engineer to join our Systems Engineering Group within Global Product Engineering, based in Fremont, CA. This role requires on-site presence and will not be fully remote.

As a Systems Engineer, you will contribute to the development of semiconductor fabrication equipment and systems for the Etch, Deposition, and Clean markets. Our team is dedicated to supporting existing products and innovating new solutions that are actively being introduced to the market.

The Impact You’ll Make

As a Systems Engineer at Lam, you'll design complex frameworks, systems, or products for our wafer fabrication equipment. You will define system specifications, requirements, parameters, and compatibility to integrate hardware, software, and firmware into a cohesive system. Identifying, analyzing, and resolving system design weaknesses combined with your multi-layered technical expertise you help shape the next generation of Lam initiatives.

What You’ll Do

You will work as part of the Systems Engineering team in our engineering product development group to develop system and sub system requirements, assist in project scope requests, define test plans, execute those test plans, analyze and present the tests data, and manage system level risk.

Your specific job responsibilities will include a subset of the following:

  • Identify and resolve technical opportunities and risks across different disciplines
  • Create system specifications for subsystems of the transport module
  • Manage design tradeoffs
  • Design experiments to characterize subsystems
  • Analyze data using Statistical Analysis of Variation and SPC methods
  • Present test plans, test data, technical proposals, tradeoffs, etc.
  • Execute and deliver on tight schedules
  • Perform hands-on lab work

Who We’re Looking For

  • Minimum of 5 years of related experience with a Bachelor’s degree; or 3 years and a Master’s degree; or a PhD without experience; or equivalent work experience. Candidates with less experience will be considered for a lower-level position.
  • Thrives in cross-functional teams. Systems engineers live in the intersection of hardware, controls, software, operators, manufacturing, etc. You need to be able to work well with all these teams.
  • Handles multiple tasks and priorities with attention to detail
  • Preference for coding experience, preference for python

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.

Salary

CA San Francisco Bay Area Salary Range for this position: $96,000.00 - $215,000.00.

The above salary range for this position is relevant to applicants that reside or work onsite in the California, San Francisco Bay Area only. Salary offers will depend on factors that include the location you work from, your level, education, training, specific skills, years of experience and comparison to other employees already in this role. Actual salary may vary from salary offered due to numerous factors including but not limited to unpaid time off, unpaid leave, company mandated shutdown, and other relevant factors.

Our Perks and Benefits

At Lam, our people make amazing things possible. That’s why we invest in you throughout the phases of your life with a comprehensive set of outstanding benefits.

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Salary

Salary: 96k-215k USD

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About Lam Research

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Lam Research Corporation is a pivotal force in the semiconductor industry, driving innovation that underpins the relentless advancement of technology. Through groundbreaking technology and a commitment to collaborative excellence, Lam Research is revolutionizing the fabrication of integrated circuits. The company designs, manufactures, markets, refurbishes, and services semiconductor processing equipment, playing a crucial role in the creation of smaller, faster, more powerful, and more power-efficient electronic devices. These are the very devices that are proliferating technology into every facet of our daily lives, from mobile phones and personal computers to servers, wearables, automotive vehicles, and sophisticated data storage solutions. Lam Research's core expertise lies in developing cutting-edge solutions for thin film deposition, plasma etch, photoresist strip, and wafer cleaning – all essential steps in front-end wafer processing and advanced packaging applications.

The company's relentless pursuit of innovation is evident in its significant investment in research and development, which in fiscal year 2024 amounted to $2.0 billion. This dedication allows Lam Research to deliver market-leading products and services that empower the world's leading semiconductor manufacturers to overcome complex challenges and define the next generation of technology. Lam's product portfolio, featuring renowned systems like ALTUS®, SABRE®, VECTOR®, Kiyo®, and Syndion®, enables atomic-scale engineering and facilitates breakthroughs in areas such as advanced memory, transistors, interconnects, patterning, and chip packaging. By fostering a strong values-based culture and an unwavering commitment to customer success, Lam Research has established itself as a trusted partner in the global semiconductor ecosystem. The company's impact is profound, with nearly every advanced chip today being built with Lam technology, underscoring its fundamental role in enabling the fourth industrial revolution and shaping the future of electronics.

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