Snr Process Engineer - Early Career (Fall 2026)

About the Role

As a Senior Process Engineer at ASM, you will work with semiconductor processing and analytical equipment to research, develop and optimize processes focused on oxidation, annealing, curing, ALD/PEALD, epitaxy or PECVD for logic, memory, analog, power, and MEMS applications. You will design and conduct complex experiments, measurements and perform the interpretation of complex experimental output. While you deliver creative and inventive solutions, technical publications, and generation of Intellectual Property (IP) are an essential function of this position. Note: This role is intended for candidates who are graduating in Fall 2026 or have graduated within the past two years and have 0–2 years of professional work experience. What You'll Do

• Creative problem solver with experience in developing new films for emerging applications and experience in chemistry/materials characterization.

• Works with semiconductor processing equipment to research, develop and optimize unit processes focused on the deposition of metal and dielectric films via ALD, PEALD, Epitaxy, and/or PECVD.

• Bringing innovative ideas, staying abreast of state-of-the-art processing applications in the semiconductor industry to be effective.

• Process consulting and accountability including technical papers on advanced process applications and Intellectual Property creation.

• Participates in and drives technical problem-solving sessions using the related scientific method and industry tools, such as Ishikawa diagrams.

• Designs and conducts experiments, in addition to measuring and interpreting experimental output, aimed at fulfilling stated objectives using Design of Experiments (DOE) and Response Surface Methodology (RSM).

• Troubleshoots equipment problems and is personally and actively engaged in problem via hands-on modalities.

• Works with customers and central marketing to understand and define requirements to successfully execute and document customer demonstrations.

• Develops methods and techniques for integrating metal and/or oxide films into existing and future device technologies. What We're Looking For

• Graduating in Fall 2026 or recently graduated with 0–2 years of professional work experience.

• Experience in ALD/PEALD, Epitaxy or PECVD and related deposition/film formation processes for logic, memory, analog, power, or MEMS devices.

• Strong problem-solving abilities and experience with DOE and RSM; excellent communication and collaboration skills.

• Ability to work with cross-functional teams and customers to define requirements and drive demonstrations.