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Controls Engineer roles at Lam Research sit at the intersection of semiconductor process equipment and automation systems, requiring deep expertise in PLCs, motion control, and real-time diagnostics. Lam Research has a well-established sponsorship infrastructure that supports international engineers across multiple visa categories throughout their careers.
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Date posted 04/21/2026
Work Location Model On-site
Work Location Fremont-CA
Work Country United States
The group you’ll be a part of
In the Global Products Group, we are dedicated to excellence in the design and engineering of Lam’s etch and deposition products. We drive innovation to ensure our cutting-edge solutions are helping to solve the biggest challenges in the semiconductor industry.
The impact you’ll make
As a Laboratory Service Engineer at Lam, you are a pivotal force in maintaining and upgrading equipment in our applications lab. This is not a typical lab role; you will be hands-on with state-of-the-art equipment, performing maintenance, troubleshooting, and calibration. You will support innovative equipment through installation and documentation, making you an integral part of our technology’s success. In this role, you will contribute to concept and feasibility hardware to enhance current semiconductor equipment and develop next-generation solutions for our customers.
What you’ll do
- Operate in an R&D environment performing preventive and corrective maintenance, troubleshooting, upgrades, and calibrations on equipment.
- Diagnose and repair mechanical, electromechanical, electronic, and vacuum equipment.
- Ensure safe handling of hazardous gas and liquid materials using required personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Partner with cross-functional teams, including process development, hardware, and software engineering, on R&D activities, customer demonstrations, and equipment support.
- Install and provide support for prototype equipment, including developing procedures and documentation.
- Maintain alignment on priorities across tasks that range from dynamic to routine through clear and proactive communication.
Who we’re looking for
- Bachelor’s degree in a technical field with 2+ years of experience; or Associates degree in a technical field or equivalent military training with 4+ years of relevant experience; or equivalent work experience.
- This is a graduate eligible role.
Preferred qualifications
- Experience troubleshooting electrical, electromechanical, fluidic, and vacuum systems.
- Proficient in the use of a variety of hand tools and electronic test equipment for maintenance, repair, and assembly tasks.
- Capable of working in a cleanroom environment while wearing required personal protective safety equipment or a cleanroom suit.
- Semiconductor industry experience or an understanding of Lam products is a plus.
Our commitment
We believe it is important for every person to feel valued, included, and empowered to achieve their full potential. By bringing unique individuals and viewpoints together, we achieve extraordinary results.
Lam Research ("Lam" or the "Company") is an equal opportunity employer. Lam is committed to and reaffirms support of equal opportunity in employment and non-discrimination in employment policies, practices and procedures on the basis of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, or military and veteran status or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. It is the Company's intention to comply with all applicable laws and regulations. Company policy prohibits unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees.
Lam offers a variety of work location models based on the needs of each role. Our hybrid roles combine the benefits of on-site collaboration with colleagues and the flexibility to work remotely and fall into two categories – On-site Flex and Virtual Flex. ‘On-site Flex’ you’ll work 3+ days per week on-site at a Lam or customer/supplier location, with the opportunity to work remotely for the balance of the week. ‘Virtual Flex’ you’ll work 1-2 days per week on-site at a Lam or customer/supplier location, and remotely the rest of the time.
Salary
CA San Francisco Bay Area Salary Range for this position: $27.88 - $59.62.
The above salary range for this position is relevant to applicants that reside or work onsite in the California, San Francisco Bay Area only. Salary offers will depend on factors that include the location you work from, your level, education, training, specific skills, years of experience and comparison to other employees already in this role. Actual salary may vary from salary offered due to numerous factors including but not limited to unpaid time off, unpaid leave, company mandated shutdown, and other relevant factors.
Our Perks and Benefits
At Lam, our people make amazing things possible. That’s why we invest in you throughout the phases of your life with a comprehensive set of outstanding benefits.
Job ID 198377
Date posted 04/21/2026
Work Location Model On-site
Work Location Fremont-CA
Work Country United States
The group you’ll be a part of
In the Global Products Group, we are dedicated to excellence in the design and engineering of Lam’s etch and deposition products. We drive innovation to ensure our cutting-edge solutions are helping to solve the biggest challenges in the semiconductor industry.
The impact you’ll make
As a Laboratory Service Engineer at Lam, you are a pivotal force in maintaining and upgrading equipment in our applications lab. This is not a typical lab role; you will be hands-on with state-of-the-art equipment, performing maintenance, troubleshooting, and calibration. You will support innovative equipment through installation and documentation, making you an integral part of our technology’s success. In this role, you will contribute to concept and feasibility hardware to enhance current semiconductor equipment and develop next-generation solutions for our customers.
What you’ll do
- Operate in an R&D environment performing preventive and corrective maintenance, troubleshooting, upgrades, and calibrations on equipment.
- Diagnose and repair mechanical, electromechanical, electronic, and vacuum equipment.
- Ensure safe handling of hazardous gas and liquid materials using required personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Partner with cross-functional teams, including process development, hardware, and software engineering, on R&D activities, customer demonstrations, and equipment support.
- Install and provide support for prototype equipment, including developing procedures and documentation.
- Maintain alignment on priorities across tasks that range from dynamic to routine through clear and proactive communication.
Who we’re looking for
- Bachelor’s degree in a technical field with 2+ years of experience; or Associates degree in a technical field or equivalent military training with 4+ years of relevant experience; or equivalent work experience.
- This is a graduate eligible role.
Preferred qualifications
- Experience troubleshooting electrical, electromechanical, fluidic, and vacuum systems.
- Proficient in the use of a variety of hand tools and electronic test equipment for maintenance, repair, and assembly tasks.
- Capable of working in a cleanroom environment while wearing required personal protective safety equipment or a cleanroom suit.
- Semiconductor industry experience or an understanding of Lam products is a plus.
Our commitment
We believe it is important for every person to feel valued, included, and empowered to achieve their full potential. By bringing unique individuals and viewpoints together, we achieve extraordinary results.
Lam Research ("Lam" or the "Company") is an equal opportunity employer. Lam is committed to and reaffirms support of equal opportunity in employment and non-discrimination in employment policies, practices and procedures on the basis of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, or military and veteran status or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. It is the Company's intention to comply with all applicable laws and regulations. Company policy prohibits unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees.
Lam offers a variety of work location models based on the needs of each role. Our hybrid roles combine the benefits of on-site collaboration with colleagues and the flexibility to work remotely and fall into two categories – On-site Flex and Virtual Flex. ‘On-site Flex’ you’ll work 3+ days per week on-site at a Lam or customer/supplier location, with the opportunity to work remotely for the balance of the week. ‘Virtual Flex’ you’ll work 1-2 days per week on-site at a Lam or customer/supplier location, and remotely the rest of the time.
Salary
CA San Francisco Bay Area Salary Range for this position: $27.88 - $59.62.
The above salary range for this position is relevant to applicants that reside or work onsite in the California, San Francisco Bay Area only. Salary offers will depend on factors that include the location you work from, your level, education, training, specific skills, years of experience and comparison to other employees already in this role. Actual salary may vary from salary offered due to numerous factors including but not limited to unpaid time off, unpaid leave, company mandated shutdown, and other relevant factors.
Our Perks and Benefits
At Lam, our people make amazing things possible. That’s why we invest in you throughout the phases of your life with a comprehensive set of outstanding benefits.
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Align your PLC experience to Lam's equipment stack
Lam Research builds deposition, etch, and clean equipment that runs on specific motion control and PLC platforms. Tailor your resume to reflect experience with industrial automation in semiconductor or precision manufacturing environments, not just general controls work.
Use Migrate Mate to filter open Controls Engineer roles by visa type
Lam Research sponsors across several categories, and not every posting maps to the same pathway. Migrate Mate lets you filter active openings by the visa types Lam supports so you can prioritize applications that match your current status.
Prepare your credentials for specialty occupation documentation
USCIS requires that H-1B petitions demonstrate the role qualifies as a specialty occupation. For Controls Engineers, gather documentation linking your degree field in electrical, mechanical, or controls engineering directly to the specific responsibilities in the job description.
Confirm your OPT start date against the H-1B cap timeline
F-1 OPT gives you 12 months of work authorization, with a 24-month STEM extension available. If your OPT start date doesn't leave enough runway to clear the April H-1B lottery and October 1 start date, discuss bridging options with your hiring manager early.
Understand how PERM affects long-term sponsorship planning
If Lam Research moves you toward an EB-2 or EB-3 Green Card, the DOL PERM labor certification process requires a formal recruitment period before filing. For Controls Engineers from India, current priority date backlogs mean starting this process as early as possible in your tenure.
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Find Controls Engineer at Lam Research JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Does Lam Research sponsor H-1B visas for Controls Engineers?
Yes, Lam Research sponsors H-1B visas for Controls Engineer roles. The company has a dedicated immigration team that manages cap-subject filings through the annual April lottery as well as cap-exempt scenarios. Controls Engineering positions typically qualify as specialty occupations under USCIS standards given the degree requirements in electrical, mechanical, or systems engineering.
Which visa types does Lam Research commonly use for Controls Engineer roles?
Lam Research sponsors H-1B, F-1 OPT, F-1 CPT, TN, J-1, and employment-based Green Cards including EB-2 and EB-3 for Controls Engineers. F-1 OPT and CPT are common entry points for recent graduates, while TN visas cover Canadian and Mexican nationals in qualifying engineering roles. Long-tenured engineers are often supported through the PERM and immigrant visa process.
How do I apply for Controls Engineer jobs at Lam Research?
Applications go through Lam Research's careers portal. When applying, match your resume language to the specific equipment domain listed in the posting, whether that's deposition, etch, or clean systems. Migrate Mate aggregates Lam Research's open Controls Engineer roles filtered by visa sponsorship type, so you can identify which postings align with your immigration status before applying.
What qualifications does Lam Research expect for Controls Engineer positions?
Most Controls Engineer roles at Lam Research require a bachelor's degree or higher in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, or a closely related controls discipline. Practical experience with PLCs, motion control systems, real-time operating environments, and semiconductor or precision manufacturing equipment is consistently prioritized. Graduate degrees in controls or mechatronics strengthen applications for senior or R&D-facing roles.
How do I plan my immigration timeline for a Controls Engineer role at Lam Research?
Timeline depends heavily on your current status. F-1 students should confirm OPT authorization is in place before day one and track the 60-day gap rule carefully between roles. H-1B cap filings require USCIS registration in March for an October 1 start. For Green Card pathways, the DOL PERM process can take 12 to 18 months before an I-140 petition is filed, so raising the conversation with Lam's HR team early in your tenure is practical, not premature.
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