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Get Access To All JobsRequisition ID 198404
Date posted 04/20/2026
Work Location Model On-site Flex
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
At Lam, as a Product Engineer, you thrive in high-stakes, dynamic environment, driving product development at the forefront of the semiconductor equipment industry. Collaborating closely with customers and internal teams, you will provide real-time problem-solving to customer challenges and to enhance our products. Your passion for engaging with customers and innovative engineering drives progress in our industry, tackling the once unsolvable.
In this role, you will directly contribute to the Conductor Etch Productivity team within The Etch Product Group.
What you’ll do
- Collaboratively engineer innovative semiconductor equipment and process design solutions to quickly resolve customer issues and improve product quality in a dynamic fast-paced challenging environment.
- Supports product development from product prototyping, development, deployment/product release, and initial field support.
- Design and conduct experiments, tests, and prototypes to resolve complex technical problems.
- Present analysis and support technical recommendations clearly and concisely.
- Collaborate with cross-functional and cross-cultural teams to guide the specification and development of products.
- Provides technical support for installation and/or diagnosing, troubleshooting, repairing, and debugging complex product issues.
- Maintain a high degree of customer engagement including face-to-face and international travel to customer sites supporting near term product releases and solve customer issues.
- Work in a cleanroom lab and/or customer semiconductor fab environment.
Who we’re looking for
Minimum Qualifications:
- Master’s degree in Material Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Optics, Physics, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related field with 6+ years of experience; or a PhD with 3+ years’ experience; or equivalent experience.
- Exceptional analytical and experimental design skills.
- Creative thinking, problem solving, and troubleshooting capabilities.
- Exceptional clear communication and presentation skills.
- Comfortable traveling up to 25% of the time.
Preferred qualifications
- Prior product design and technical engineer experience is beneficial.
- Experience designing, specifying, building, operating, and maintaining semiconductor, automotive, aerospace, or related hardware, tools, and equipment.
- Experience coordinating and communicating with cross-functional teams.
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: $104,000.00 - $231,000.00.
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 198404
Date posted 04/20/2026
Work Location Model On-site Flex
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
At Lam, as a Product Engineer, you thrive in high-stakes, dynamic environment, driving product development at the forefront of the semiconductor equipment industry. Collaborating closely with customers and internal teams, you will provide real-time problem-solving to customer challenges and to enhance our products. Your passion for engaging with customers and innovative engineering drives progress in our industry, tackling the once unsolvable.
In this role, you will directly contribute to the Conductor Etch Productivity team within The Etch Product Group.
What you’ll do
- Collaboratively engineer innovative semiconductor equipment and process design solutions to quickly resolve customer issues and improve product quality in a dynamic fast-paced challenging environment.
- Supports product development from product prototyping, development, deployment/product release, and initial field support.
- Design and conduct experiments, tests, and prototypes to resolve complex technical problems.
- Present analysis and support technical recommendations clearly and concisely.
- Collaborate with cross-functional and cross-cultural teams to guide the specification and development of products.
- Provides technical support for installation and/or diagnosing, troubleshooting, repairing, and debugging complex product issues.
- Maintain a high degree of customer engagement including face-to-face and international travel to customer sites supporting near term product releases and solve customer issues.
- Work in a cleanroom lab and/or customer semiconductor fab environment.
Who we’re looking for
Minimum Qualifications:
- Master’s degree in Material Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Optics, Physics, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related field with 6+ years of experience; or a PhD with 3+ years’ experience; or equivalent experience.
- Exceptional analytical and experimental design skills.
- Creative thinking, problem solving, and troubleshooting capabilities.
- Exceptional clear communication and presentation skills.
- Comfortable traveling up to 25% of the time.
Preferred qualifications
- Prior product design and technical engineer experience is beneficial.
- Experience designing, specifying, building, operating, and maintaining semiconductor, automotive, aerospace, or related hardware, tools, and equipment.
- Experience coordinating and communicating with cross-functional teams.
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: $104,000.00 - $231,000.00.
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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Align your credentials to semiconductor manufacturing
Lam Research's Industrial Engineer roles sit inside a highly specialized fab equipment environment. Framing your experience around yield optimization, cleanroom processes, or capital equipment manufacturing signals direct relevance to their core hiring criteria.
Target Fremont and Tualatin site postings
Lam Research's Industrial Engineer openings concentrate at its Fremont, California and Tualatin, Oregon campuses. Applying to roles at these sites puts you closer to their primary engineering headcount and increases the likelihood of meeting a team actively sponsoring.
Use Migrate Mate to filter verified sponsorship roles
Not every Industrial Engineer posting at Lam Research will explicitly mention visa sponsorship. Use Migrate Mate to surface roles where sponsorship has been confirmed, so you are not spending time on positions that will not move forward for international candidates.
Confirm your OPT cap-gap coverage before accepting
If you are on F-1 OPT when Lam Research extends an offer, verify your cap-gap window covers you through H-1B activation on October 1. A gap between OPT expiration and H-1B start date affects your legal authorization to work, not just your start date.
Request the LCA job title matches your actual duties
DOL Labor Condition Applications for Industrial Engineers must reflect the specific role you will perform. If Lam Research's LCA lists a title that does not match your responsibilities, flag this with HR before filing. Misalignment can create complications at H-1B adjudication.
Build a portfolio of measurable process improvement outcomes
Lam Research's hiring process for Industrial Engineers emphasizes quantifiable results: cycle time reductions, throughput improvements, or defect rate changes. Documenting specific metrics from past projects strengthens both your application and your visa petition's specialty occupation evidence.
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Find Industrial Engineer at Lam Research JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Does Lam Research sponsor H-1B visas for Industrial Engineers?
Yes. Lam Research sponsors H-1B visas for Industrial Engineers and has done so consistently across its U.S. engineering sites. The company participates in the annual H-1B cap lottery for new applicants and also files for cap-exempt situations where applicable. If you are already in H-1B status with another employer, Lam Research can file an H-1B transfer, which lets you start work as soon as USCIS receives the petition.
How do I apply for Industrial Engineer jobs at Lam Research?
Applications go through Lam Research's careers portal at lamresearch.com. Search for Industrial Engineer roles filtered by your target site, typically Fremont or Tualatin. Tailor your resume to semiconductor equipment manufacturing and process improvement outcomes relevant to their operations. You can also browse open Industrial Engineer positions at Lam Research with confirmed visa sponsorship through Migrate Mate, which filters roles specifically for international candidates.
Which visa types does Lam Research commonly use for Industrial Engineer roles?
Lam Research sponsors multiple visa categories for Industrial Engineers, including H-1B, TN for Canadian and Mexican nationals, F-1 OPT and CPT for students currently enrolled or recently graduated, J-1 for exchange visitors, and employment-based Green Card pathways including EB-2 and EB-3. The right category depends on your nationality, education level, and where you are in your career. Most full-time hires proceed on H-1B and later move toward permanent residency through PERM-based EB-3 sponsorship.
What qualifications does Lam Research expect for Industrial Engineer positions?
Most Industrial Engineer roles at Lam Research require a bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a closely related field. Roles supporting semiconductor equipment manufacturing typically expect familiarity with lean manufacturing, Six Sigma methodologies, or production systems used in high-mix low-volume environments. Senior roles may require several years of direct experience in electronics or hardware manufacturing. A master's degree can strengthen both your candidacy and your H-1B specialty occupation case.
What is the typical timeline from offer to starting work on an H-1B at Lam Research?
If you need a new H-1B, Lam Research must file during the April lottery window for an October 1 start date, so the gap between offer and start can be six months or more. If you are transferring an existing H-1B, you can begin work as soon as USCIS issues a receipt notice, which typically takes two to four weeks after filing. Premium processing, which USCIS adjudicates within 15 business days, is available and often used for time-sensitive start dates.
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