Principal Optical Process Engineer

About the role

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About the role

We are seeking a highly accomplished Optical Process Engineer to join our semiconductor manufacturing fab process team in San Jose, California. The successful candidate will play a critical role in advancing our photolithography processes for Lumentum's optoelectronic solutions supporting cloud, network applications, and the rapidly growing AI market. In this role, you will work in a team environment to maintain existing optical systems and develop unique photolithography process powering Lumentum's photonics chips.

Job Duties

• Lead development, optimization, and implementation of photolithography processes for advanced semiconductor manufacturing nodes.
• Maintain Optical Holographic Systems integrating lasers, optics, and hardware components
• Develop and refine coherent optical systems, including interferometry setups and laser-based architecture.
• Partner with Design, Integration, and Equipment Engineering teams for new product and tool qualifications.
• Perform statistical data analysis and utilize data driven Six Sigma methodologies such as FMEA, Capability Analysis, SPC, DOE, Design for Manufacturing for improving processes, reducing defects and minimizing variations.
• Collaborate closely with cross functional team to meet fab yield targets, improve yield, reduce costs, and minimize cycle time.

Requirements

• A Ph.D. or Master's degree in Physics, Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, or a closely related discipline
• Hands-on experience with optical bench configuration, assembly of optical components, and routine maintenance protocols is preferred.
• Photolithography Wafer patterning experience using through Displacement Talbot lithography Method is an advantage.
• Familiarity with optical inspection equipment, photolithography tools, and cleanroom protocols.
• Programing experience in Python, VBA macros, LabVIEW, C++ is essential.
• Proficient in using statistical tools (e.g., DOE, SPC) and data analysis software (e.g. JMP, Minitab) to optimize process parameters and ensure quality control.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to work effectively across multiple disciplines and with senior management.
• This is an on-site position and requires presence at Lumentum's facility during business hours.