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Process Engineer, Wet Etch

Tower Semiconductor
Newport, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 1/1/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/30/2026

Job Description

We're seeking an experienced Process Engineer, Wet Etch to sustain, improve, and develop wet etch processes in a high-volume manufacturing facility. This role requires a strong technical background, leadership skills, and excellent communication abilities. The successful candidate will partner with cross-functional teams to deliver products on time, improve process capabilities, and drive quality and reliability.

This Job Is For You If

  • Sustain and improve wet etch processes in a high-volume manufacturing environment
  • Monitor and control wet etch processes, troubleshoot yield problems, and develop process enhancements
  • Implement new processes to address quality and bottleneck situations
  • Install and qualify new tools and process technologies
  • Support process and technology transfers, and participate in troubleshooting taskforces
  • Lead task teams and small to medium projects, and support the Integration team and Quality organization


Job Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or related field
  • Minimum 4 years of wet etch process engineering experience in fast paced manufacturing environment
  • Demonstrated knowledge of wet etch principles, theories, concepts, and techniques
  • Expertise with Akrion, DNS, SEZ, and/or Semitool wet etch tools and processes
  • Strong organizational and leadership skills, with ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize shifting business needs
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with ability to work in a global team environment
  • Experience with design of experiment techniques, data analysis, and statistical analysis software (e.g., JMP)
  • Advanced degree (Master's or Ph.D.) in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering preferred
  • Six sigma certification preferred
  • Knowledge of PROMIS WIP management and JMP statistical analysis software preferred
  • Experience with lean manufacturing and six sigma processes preferred

Compensation Range


Level 1 - 3 $90,000 - $112,000

Level Sr. - Expert $114,000 - $153,000

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