• Process Applications Engineer (Lithography)

    Actalent (Santa Clara, CA)


    About the Role

     

    We are seeking a hands-on Process and Metrology Engineer to join our clients cutting-edge demo lab team. This role is central to showcasing our next-generation electron beam lithography systems and exploring innovative applications in semiconductor manufacturing. You’ll be part of the Patterning Group, collaborating across internal teams and engaging with customers and vendors to execute process experiments and system demonstrations.

    Key Responsibilities

    + Operate and optimize semiconductor process equipment, with a focus on lithography tools

    + Perform advanced wafer analysis using electron microscopy techniques including SEM, TEM, and FIB

    + Collaborate cross-functionally to design and execute critical process experiments

    + Support customer-facing system demonstrations and capability evaluations

    + Troubleshoot hardware and process issues in a cleanroom environment

    + Document procedures, results, and findings with precision and clarity

    Required Skills & Expertise

    + Strong foundation in process engineering and lithography

    + Experience or familiarity with:

    + Cleanroom protocols

    + Semiconductor equipment and wafer fabrication

    + Electron microscopy (SEM, TEM, FIB)

    + Metrology and e-beam technologies

    + Ability to work with new equipment and adapt to evolving procedures

    + Excellent attention to detail, problem-solving, and organizational skills

    + Strong communication skills for cross-functional and customer interactions

    Qualifications

    + Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, or related field

    + Internship or academic lab experience in semiconductor processing or microscopy is a plus

    + Comfortable working in a fast-paced, experimental environment

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $90000.00 - $160000.00/yr.

     

    Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k,

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a fully onsite position in Santa Clara,CA.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Oct 13, 2025.

    About Actalent

    Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

     

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

     

    If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.