What are the responsibilities and job description for the Photolithography Engineer position at Swoon?
Photolithography Engineer
Location: Onsite in Beverly, MA (relocation assistance provided)
We are partnering with an innovative manufacturer in the semiconductor space to identify a Photolithography Engineer who will play a key role in supporting and improving lithography operations within a cleanroom production environment.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys hands-on process engineering, problem-solving, and working cross-functionally to drive yield, efficiency, and product performance.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop, refine, and sustain photolithography processes across key stages including resist application, exposure, post-exposure bake, and development
- Monitor and improve critical process metrics such as critical dimension (CD), overlay accuracy, and defect levels
- Partner with internal teams and external equipment suppliers to troubleshoot and enhance lithography tool performance, including steppers and track systems
- Investigate process issues, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions to reduce variability and improve yield
- Support new product introductions (NPI) and process transfers by creating and qualifying recipes, procedures, and technical documentation
- Apply tools such as SPC, DOE, and FMEA to strengthen process control and support continuous improvement initiatives
- Maintain adherence to cleanroom standards, safety procedures, and quality requirements
- Provide guidance and training to operators and technicians on lithography methods, workflows, and best practices
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, Chemical Engineering, or a related technical discipline
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in semiconductor photolithography or a similar process engineering role
- Practical experience with photolithography equipment such as Ultratech steppers and SVG coat/develop tracks
- Strong knowledge of photoresist behavior, defect reduction, and process integration
- Familiarity with MES systems and manufacturing process controls
- Strong troubleshooting, communication, and technical documentation skills
- Comfortable working in a collaborative, team-focused manufacturing environment
Why This Opportunity?
This role offers the chance to join a growing, technically advanced organization where you can make a direct impact on semiconductor process performance, yield improvement, and production success.
Salary : $80,000 - $140,000