Process Engineer (Doctorate) – New College Grad – Fall 2026
amat · Santa Clara
Job description
About the role
As a Process Engineer you will design and optimise manufacturing processes for advanced display and semiconductor technologies. You will work with cutting‑edge equipment, collect and analyse data, and collaborate with global R&D teams to solve complex engineering challenges.
Key responsibilities
- Collect data, analyse results and compile reports on basic process engineering experiments.
- Perform hardware characterisation on basic systems.
- Troubleshoot problems, conduct root‑cause analysis and resolve basic process engineering issues.
- Measure film properties and organise data/reports for review.
- Generate internal documentation, presentations and technical reports.
- Communicate with customers to resolve basic process engineering concerns under direct supervision.
- Work with vendors and suppliers under direct supervision.
- Become familiar with implementing new technology, products and analytical instrumentation.
Required profile
- Doctorate degree in Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Physics or a related field.
- Experience with semiconductor processes such as CVD, ALD, PVD, etch or epitaxy and material‑characterisation techniques (FTIR, XPS, XRD, etc.).
- Availability to begin full‑time employment between October and December 2026.
- Ability to communicate effectively in Mandarin Chinese is a plus.
- Prior experience in a semiconductor fab or equipment environment is preferred.
Required skills
- CVD
- ALD
- PVD
- Etch
- Epitaxy
- FTIR
- XPS
- XRD
What we offer
- Salary range: $124,000 – $171,000 per year.
- Location: Santa Clara, CA.
- Full‑time, travel up to 10% of the time, relocation eligible.
- Supportive work culture with health, wellbeing and professional development programs.
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