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As a Semiconductor Manufacturing Engineer II here at Honeywell Aerospace, you will play a critical role in advancing semiconductor and MEMS manufacturing processes, driving innovation, and ensuring the production of high-quality silicon based devices. You will leverage your expertise in thin film deposition processing to optimize manufacturing techniques, troubleshoot complex issues, collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet Honeywell's semiconductor and MEMS technology goals, provide technical guidance and mentor junior engineers in thin films as well as the larger fab engineering team.
In this role, you will impact Honeywell Aerospace’s ability to deliver cutting-edge semiconductor and MEMS products by improving manufacturing efficiency, reducing defects, supporting new technology integration, and specifying and qualifying new capital equipment, thereby contributing to the company’s growth and technological leadership.
As a Semiconductor Manufacturing Engineer II here at Honeywell Aerospace, you will play a critical role in advancing semiconductor and MEMS manufacturing processes, driving innovation, and ensuring the production of high-quality silicon based devices. You will leverage your expertise in thin film deposition processing to optimize manufacturing techniques, troubleshoot complex issues, collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet Honeywell's semiconductor and MEMS technology goals, provide technical guidance and mentor junior engineers in thin films as well as the larger fab engineering team.
In this role, you will impact Honeywell Aerospace’s ability to deliver cutting-edge semiconductor and MEMS products by improving manufacturing efficiency, reducing defects, supporting new technology integration, and specifying and qualifying new capital equipment, thereby contributing to the company’s growth and technological leadership.
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Who's Hiring
- Jacobs11
- KLA8
- MSR-FSR8
- Keysight Technologies8
- Raytheon6
Top Industries Hiring
- Electronics & Hardware
- Education
- Technology & Software
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in semiconductor engineer jobs.
- Bachelor's or master's degree in electrical engineering, materials science, or a related field
- Hands-on experience with semiconductor fabrication processes or IC design tools
- Proficiency in EDA tools such as Cadence Virtuoso, Synopsys Design Compiler, or Mentor Graphics
- Familiarity with CMOS process technology, device physics, and characterization methods
- Experience with SPICE simulation, DRC, LVS, or physical verification workflows
- Ability to read and interpret process flow documents, schematics, and layout data
Tips for Your Semiconductor Engineer Job Search
Tailor your resume to the node
Hiring managers in this field scan for the specific technology node you've worked on, whether that's 7nm, 28nm, or legacy CMOS. Call out your process node experience by name rather than burying it in a skills list.
Lead with tape-out and tapeout count
Design roles care deeply about how many tapeouts you've contributed to and your role in each. Front-load that detail in your resume summary so it's visible before a recruiter reads past the first third of the page.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists semiconductor engineer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Match job titles to your specialization
Titles vary widely: process engineer, device engineer, integration engineer, and physical design engineer all describe distinct roles. Search the exact title that fits your background rather than the broad term, since postings use different titles for very different work.
Prepare for tool-specific technical screens
Interviews routinely test proficiency in EDA tools like Cadence or Synopsys, or specific characterization equipment. Review the tool stack named in each job description and be ready to walk through a real project where you used those tools under time pressure.
Negotiate relocation before you accept
Many semiconductor roles are tied to specific fabs or design centers that require relocation. Confirm relocation support in writing during the offer stage rather than after signing, since packages vary significantly and are rarely raised again once you accept.
Semiconductor Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most semiconductor engineers?
The companies hiring the most semiconductor engineers right now include Jacobs, KLA, and MSR-FSR, with the largest share of openings in California, Arizona, and Oregon, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is especially concentrated at companies with active fab operations or new chip design programs.
How many semiconductor engineer jobs are remote?
About 40% of semiconductor engineer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most fab and design roles. Sub-disciplines like EDA support, physical design, and verification tend to offer the highest share of remote or hybrid arrangements compared to process and equipment engineering.
How do you become a semiconductor engineer?
Start with a degree in electrical engineering, materials science, physics, or a closely related field, with coursework covering device physics, circuit design, or semiconductor fabrication. Internships at a fab or chip design company give you hands-on tool experience that most hiring managers treat as essential. From there, entry-level roles in process, test, or design engineering build the specialization that leads to more senior positions.
How do you get a semiconductor engineer job with little experience?
Focus on roles with titles like junior process engineer, associate device engineer, or test engineer, which are explicitly built for candidates without deep production experience. Highlight any lab coursework, university research projects, or internships involving fabrication equipment, EDA tools, or materials characterization. Smaller fabless companies and research institutions often hire new graduates into roles where on-the-job learning is built into the expectation.
What does the semiconductor engineer interview process look like?
Most processes start with a recruiter screen followed by a technical phone interview focused on device physics, process fundamentals, or design tool proficiency depending on the role. An on-site or virtual loop then typically includes a whiteboard or take-home exercise, a panel with engineers, and a conversation with a hiring manager. Some companies add a cleanroom or lab tour for process-facing roles to assess hands-on familiarity with the production environment.
Where can I find and apply to semiconductor engineer jobs?
You can find and apply to semiconductor engineer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Find roles that match your specialization and experience level, then apply directly to each listing from the page.
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