NM Silicon Photonics Lithography Process Development Engineer

Location: On-site in Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States

Annual salary: $99,030–$188,890 USD

Company

hirify.global develops advanced semiconductor manufacturing processes and technologies supporting its product roadmap.

What you will do

• Develop and optimize lithography and semiconductor manufacturing processes, including material selection, parameter optimization, equipment metrology, system design, and repair reverse engineering.
• Conduct feasibility studies through theoretical simulations and practical engineering methods to meet device specifications.
• Define and execute technology development roadmaps for future device architectures and high-volume manufacturing.
• Partner with equipment and materials suppliers and internal teams to implement enabling elements for new technologies.
• Modify operating equipment to improve production efficiency, manufacturing techniques, and output.
• Monitor industry trends and collaborate with vendor ecosystems on cost-sensitive technology roadmaps.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• At least 1 year of experience in lithography process development, process integration, or semiconductor manufacturing.

Nice to have

• Master’s degree with at least 2 years of hands-on experience, or a PhD, in a relevant field.
• Technical knowledge of lithography process optimization, resist selection, equipment selection, and manufacturing technologies.
• Experience collaborating with external suppliers and internal cross-functional teams.
• Experience leading pathfinding activities or roadmap development for advanced processes and technologies.
• Knowledge of semiconductor process flow and high-volume manufacturing environments.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, data-driven decision-making, communication, collaboration, and initiative-leadership skills.

Culture & Benefits

• Full-time, experienced-hire position with an on-site work model.
• Competitive pay, stock bonuses, health benefits, retirement programs, and vacation.
• Inclusive work environment focused on innovation and excellence.
• Shift 1 in the United States of America.