R&D Fab Process Engineer

Posted 2 Months Ago
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Fort Collins, CO, USA
In-Office
91K-146K Annually
Senior level
Software • Semiconductor • Manufacturing
The Role
Develop and sustain dry etch processes for silicon-based MEMS technologies in R&D and high-volume manufacturing. Responsibilities include evaluating materials and applications, optimizing and controlling processes, conducting DOE and data analysis, resolving yield and defect issues, documenting improvements, transferring processes into production, and collaborating with engineering, operations, and equipment maintenance teams.
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Job Description

As an R&D Dry Etch Process Engineer with Broadcom Ltd’s Wireless Semiconductor Division (WSD), you’ll develop and sustain new and enabling etch processes in our state of the art MEMS production facilities, located along the beautiful Front Range in Northern Colorado. We’re looking to hire a highly talented & motivated etch engineer to develop and support new and emerging dry etch MEMS development and manufacture for silicon based micro fabrication technologies.


This position comes with a broad and rewarding set of responsibilities in support of new development, along with existing volume manufacturing. You’ll be looking at new materials and/or applications, exploring new processes, working on optimization, establishing robust processes and rolling new developed processes into high volume manufacturing. You’ll spend time conducting experimental design and data analysis to support process changes, ensuring the identification and resolution of yield and defect issues and communicating results across our organization.


Specific Qualifications and Critical Skills:

  • Strong skills and knowledge in Dry Etch Fundamentals and Manufacturing
    • Ability to mine and leverage etch literature and reference materials to accelerate improvements & development.
    • Develops and maintains well controlled etch processes required to meet the technical requirements of new technology development programs.
    • Strong fundamentals for Statistical Process Control
    • Strong documentation skills for new process development and process improvements.
  • Demonstrated Analytical Skills/Problem Solving
    • Knows how to use data to drive robust solutions quickly.
    • Strong experiment design skills: DOE methods and how to rapidly apply DOE learning for development deliverables as well as manufacturing & control improvements.
  • Strong Adaptability & Initiative
    • Takes very strong ownership & initiative to identify, define and address issues within their unit process area of responsibility.
    • Able to effectively multitask (with limited, but concurrent high priorities)
    • Passionate about both Manufacturing and Development etch process engineering
    • Strong willingness to learn new skills (especially to self-teach and extrapolate from previous experience and/or leverage from those around them)
  • Great Communication/Teamwork
    • Ability to exercise strong partnership skills with the broader engineering organization as well as the Operational and Equipment Maintenance groups.
    • Inclined to both mentor new engineers and openly learns from experienced colleagues.
    • Strong ability to work collaboratively and cooperatively with others to deliver results on-target and on-time.

Qualifications:

  • BSc or higher in EE, ME, ChE, Materials Science, Physics or Chemistry and 8+ years of experience.
    • MSc or higher preferred and 6+ years of experience.         
  • Manufacturing experience as a Dry Etch Engineer.
  • Ability to work in a dynamic environment and deliver results.
  • Track record of self – motivated learning.

Compensation and Benefits


The annual base salary range for this position is USD 109,700.00 To USD 175,500.00

As a valued member of our team, you'll be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus and the opportunity to receive not only a competitive new hire equity grant, but also annual equity awards, connecting your success directly to the company's growth. All subject to relevant plan documents and award agreements.


Broadcom offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package: Medical, dental and vision plans, 401(K) participation including company matching, Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), company paid holidays, paid sick leave and vacation time. The company follows all applicable laws for Paid Family Leave and other leaves of absence.


Broadcom is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.  We will consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, disability status, medical condition, pregnancy, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.  We will also consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records consistent with local law.


If you are located outside USA, please be sure to fill out a home address as this will be used for future correspondence.

Skills Required

  • Bachelor of Science or higher in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, or Chemistry
  • 5+ years of experience with a bachelor's degree
  • Master of Science or higher with 3+ years of experience
  • Manufacturing experience as a Dry Etch Engineer
  • Strong knowledge of dry etch fundamentals and manufacturing
  • Strong statistical process control fundamentals
  • Experimental design and DOE skills
  • Analytical, data analysis, and problem-solving skills
  • Strong documentation, communication, teamwork, adaptability, and initiative

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  • Equity Value & Accessibility — Equity awards such as RSUs and an ESPP can substantially increase total compensation, particularly in technical and senior roles. Stock-based pay is often a major component of earnings and can make offers especially attractive when shares perform well.
  • Retirement Support — A 401(k) match reportedly up to 6% with immediate vesting strengthens long-term savings. This feature provides clear value for employees prioritizing retirement contributions.
  • Healthcare Strength — Offerings include medical, dental, vision, mental-health coverage and HSA/FSA options, alongside fertility, adoption, childcare benefits, and caregiver leave. This breadth signals a comprehensive set of health and family supports.

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The Company
HQ: Palo Alto, CA
38,985 Employees
Year Founded: 1991

What We Do

Broadcom Inc. (NASDAQ: AVGO) is a global technology leader that designs, develops and supplies semiconductor and infrastructure software solutions.

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