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Get Access To All JobsRequisition ID 198466
Date posted 04/22/2026
Work Location Model On-site
Work Location Fremont-CA
Work Country United States
The group you’ll be a part of
The Customer Support Business Group focuses on enabling our customers with premier customer support throughout their lifecycle with Lam. We drive performance, productivity, safety, and quality of customers installed base performance and deliver service and lifecycle solutions for their most critical equipment and processes.
The impact you’ll make
Responsibilities may include a combination of the following:
- Hardware Development: Directs, leads, and manages the technical activities of a hardware development function for electronic design, mechanical design and/or hardware reliability.
- Software Development: Directs, leads, and manages the technical activities of a software development function for software systems, applications and/or software quality assurance.
- Systems Design: Directs, leads, and manages the technical activities of an integrated hardware/software systems design function.
What you’ll do
Interface with Global Product Engineering, Executive Technology Leadership, Universities and Lam Capital to identify and develop technology building blocks in support of Dextro N+2 Product roadmaps. Reports to Engineering CVP in CSBG. Design, lead, and manage Dextro™ R&D to bring key technology to a functional technology readiness level (5) at Lam. Works closely with Executive leadership to report on the state-of-the-art, current capabilities, availability, projected time-to-market and progress to plan on the Dextro technology development roadmap.
- R&D Functional Delivery: Develop and manage an automated maintenance technology pathfinding roadmap, timelines, resource allocations, dependencies, and communicate status to executive stakeholders. Identify development opportunities & risks and mitigation strategies to ensure successful technology development conversion to a tangible Mechatronics “Toolbox”. Utilize technology management tools to track progress, manage costs, and ensure strategies are up to date. Organize, lead, and facilitate both direct reports and cross-functional teams to support roadmap requirements.
- Leadership Communication: Communicate effectively with executive leadership and functional partners. Present complex information clearly and concisely to support decision-making. Build trusted relationships to drive alignment and execution.
- People & Cross-Functional Leadership: Lead, coach and develop direct reports and matrixed team; set clear goals and performance expectations. Foster collaboration, inclusion, and shared ownership across a highly matrixed organization. Build organizational capabilities, effectiveness and bench strength through organizational development strategies.
- Reporting & Analytics: Develop and maintain metrics that support the successful delivery of technology roadmap items, identify key indicators for future improvement opportunities. Analyze business processes and identify opportunities for continuous improvement and automation to enhance efficiency and effectiveness. Utilize data and statistical techniques to collect, analyze, and interpret data to provide insights and recommendations to senior management.
Who we’re looking for
- Excellent leadership, communication, and project management skills.
- Must have an Engineering degree or foreign equivalent in Robotics, Mechatronics, Systems Engineering, or a related field and 10+ years of experience in Engineering.
- 15+ years of relevant experience; or 12 years with a Master’s degree; or 8 years with a PhD.
- Must have 8+ years of management experience, including 5+ years leading Engineering teams to design/build Robotic/Automation related products or systems.
- Must have 3+ years of experience working in the semiconductor industry on global programs or projects.
- Must have 3+ years of experience working with technology companies for new product development.
- Strong background in physical AI, robotics, automation, and algorithm development.
- Proficiency in Python, SQL, OpenCV, and machine learning frameworks such as TensorFlow or PyTorch a major benefit.
- Experience with MCAD tools (e.g., Siemens NX, Creo, SolidWorks).
- Ability to work onsite in a robotics lab environment and lead cross-functional initiatives.
- International travel required up to 10%.
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: $168,000.00 - $350,000.00.
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.
Requisition ID 198466
Date posted 04/22/2026
Work Location Model On-site
Work Location Fremont-CA
Work Country United States
The group you’ll be a part of
The Customer Support Business Group focuses on enabling our customers with premier customer support throughout their lifecycle with Lam. We drive performance, productivity, safety, and quality of customers installed base performance and deliver service and lifecycle solutions for their most critical equipment and processes.
The impact you’ll make
Responsibilities may include a combination of the following:
- Hardware Development: Directs, leads, and manages the technical activities of a hardware development function for electronic design, mechanical design and/or hardware reliability.
- Software Development: Directs, leads, and manages the technical activities of a software development function for software systems, applications and/or software quality assurance.
- Systems Design: Directs, leads, and manages the technical activities of an integrated hardware/software systems design function.
What you’ll do
Interface with Global Product Engineering, Executive Technology Leadership, Universities and Lam Capital to identify and develop technology building blocks in support of Dextro N+2 Product roadmaps. Reports to Engineering CVP in CSBG. Design, lead, and manage Dextro™ R&D to bring key technology to a functional technology readiness level (5) at Lam. Works closely with Executive leadership to report on the state-of-the-art, current capabilities, availability, projected time-to-market and progress to plan on the Dextro technology development roadmap.
- R&D Functional Delivery: Develop and manage an automated maintenance technology pathfinding roadmap, timelines, resource allocations, dependencies, and communicate status to executive stakeholders. Identify development opportunities & risks and mitigation strategies to ensure successful technology development conversion to a tangible Mechatronics “Toolbox”. Utilize technology management tools to track progress, manage costs, and ensure strategies are up to date. Organize, lead, and facilitate both direct reports and cross-functional teams to support roadmap requirements.
- Leadership Communication: Communicate effectively with executive leadership and functional partners. Present complex information clearly and concisely to support decision-making. Build trusted relationships to drive alignment and execution.
- People & Cross-Functional Leadership: Lead, coach and develop direct reports and matrixed team; set clear goals and performance expectations. Foster collaboration, inclusion, and shared ownership across a highly matrixed organization. Build organizational capabilities, effectiveness and bench strength through organizational development strategies.
- Reporting & Analytics: Develop and maintain metrics that support the successful delivery of technology roadmap items, identify key indicators for future improvement opportunities. Analyze business processes and identify opportunities for continuous improvement and automation to enhance efficiency and effectiveness. Utilize data and statistical techniques to collect, analyze, and interpret data to provide insights and recommendations to senior management.
Who we’re looking for
- Excellent leadership, communication, and project management skills.
- Must have an Engineering degree or foreign equivalent in Robotics, Mechatronics, Systems Engineering, or a related field and 10+ years of experience in Engineering.
- 15+ years of relevant experience; or 12 years with a Master’s degree; or 8 years with a PhD.
- Must have 8+ years of management experience, including 5+ years leading Engineering teams to design/build Robotic/Automation related products or systems.
- Must have 3+ years of experience working in the semiconductor industry on global programs or projects.
- Must have 3+ years of experience working with technology companies for new product development.
- Strong background in physical AI, robotics, automation, and algorithm development.
- Proficiency in Python, SQL, OpenCV, and machine learning frameworks such as TensorFlow or PyTorch a major benefit.
- Experience with MCAD tools (e.g., Siemens NX, Creo, SolidWorks).
- Ability to work onsite in a robotics lab environment and lead cross-functional initiatives.
- International travel required up to 10%.
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: $168,000.00 - $350,000.00.
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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Lam Research recruits heavily for process, equipment, and field engineering roles tied to etch, deposition, and CMP. Frame your experience around tool qualification, process integration, or yield improvement rather than generic hardware or R&D language.
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Prepare your credentials for specialty occupation review
USCIS scrutinizes whether Engineering roles meet specialty occupation standards. If your degree is from outside the U.S., get a credential evaluation from a NACES-approved agency before your offer stage so the employer's attorney isn't waiting on documentation.
Ask about LCA timelines before accepting an offer
Your employer must file a certified Labor Condition Application with the DOL before submitting any H-1B petition. Confirm where Lam Research is in that process so you can set realistic start date expectations, especially if you're transitioning from OPT.
Factor in PERM timelines if your goal is a Green Card
Lam Research sponsors EB-2 and EB-3 Green Cards for Engineering roles. PERM labor certification at the DOL typically takes 12 to 18 months before the I-140 petition stage, so raise the topic early in negotiations rather than after you've already started.
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Find Engineering at Lam Research JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Does Lam Research sponsor H-1B visas for Engineers?
Yes, Lam Research sponsors H-1B visas for Engineering roles. The company has a consistent track record of H-1B filings for positions in process engineering, equipment engineering, and related technical disciplines. Because the H-1B cap applies each fiscal year, timing your application and confirming your employer's submission window early in the offer process matters.
How do I apply for Engineering jobs at Lam Research?
Applications go through Lam Research's careers portal. Before applying, review the job description carefully and align your resume to the specific engineering function, whether that's process, field, or equipment engineering. Migrate Mate also lists open Engineering roles at Lam Research filtered by visa sponsorship type, which helps you identify positions that match your current authorization status before you apply.
Which visa types does Lam Research commonly use for Engineering roles?
Lam Research supports a broad range of visa categories for Engineering hires, including H-1B, F-1 OPT and CPT for students and recent graduates, TN for Canadian and Mexican nationals in qualifying engineering occupations, J-1 for interns and trainees, and immigrant pathways including EB-2 and EB-3 for longer-term employees pursuing a Green Card.
What qualifications does Lam Research expect for sponsored Engineering roles?
Most Engineering roles at Lam Research require a bachelor's degree or higher in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, chemical engineering, materials science, or a closely related field. Roles supporting semiconductor etch or deposition equipment often favor candidates with hands-on process integration or tool characterization experience. Advanced degrees strengthen candidacy for research-oriented or senior-level positions.
How do I navigate the visa sponsorship process timeline when joining Lam Research?
The timeline depends on your visa category. F-1 OPT authorization is typically in place before your start date if your program timeline aligns. For H-1B transfers or cap-subject filings, USCIS requires the petition to be filed before you begin work under that status. Confirm with the HR or immigration team whether Lam Research uses premium processing, which reduces USCIS adjudication to roughly 15 business days.
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