RF Engineer 4

The group you’ll be a part of

This is an Engineer 4 level position in RF Power Group of Supplier Engineering and Technology (SET) Engineering at Lam Research. Lam RF Power SET is responsible for innovation and problem solving in RF Power Systems manufacturing, test, quality, and supplier assessment and development.

The impact you’ll make

As part of the Supplier Engineering and Technology (SET) Engineering team at Lam, you will make an impact in ensuring suppliers’ manufacturing processes and products meet quality standards by designing, implementing, and maintaining quality assurance programs. You manage design methods for inspecting, test, and evaluating production processes and finishing products onsite at our global suppliers’ locations. By analyzing production data, you will collaborate with the team to identify trends and partner with the supplier to resolve technical, quality, and production challenges. Your expertise will help develop excellence in supplier product inputs supporting Lam's commitment to delivering high-quality and reliable products.

What you’ll do

• Act as an expert with technical expertise in Electrical RF systems for semiconductor equipment to resolve complex technical and quality challenges in manufacturing, production line transfer and expansion through audit of processes, calibration methods for stability and optimization. Utilize Electrical and Systems Engineering principles and Physics of Failure methodologies to drive robust root cause analysis and corrective actions, ensuring superior equipment functionality, component reliability and manufacturing margins.
• Own accountability for quality and timely execution of supplier engineering projects, serving as the primary point of contact for assigned suppliers and ensuring alignment with Lam’s standards and objectives.
• Travel to Lam and Lam supplier manufacturing locations to oversee assessments, audits and investigations and negotiate the implementation of systematic and lasting improvements to both products and processes.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to develop and execute supply chain strategies that support business continuity, scalability, and competitive advantage.
• Manage critical supplier escalations by delivering clear, concise issue summaries and resolution plans to internal and external key stakeholders, ensuring transparency and production confidence.
• Drive supplier development and continuous improvement through program and project management, focusing on enhancing manufacturing and test processes, strengthening quality systems, and improving root cause and corrective action practices.
• Function as a strategic technical liaison between suppliers, product groups, development teams, and customer-facing teams to accelerate issue resolution and maintain customer satisfaction.

Who we’re looking for

• Minimum Bachelor of Engineering majoring in Electrical/RF Engineering with demonstrated aptitude and >5 years of experience, or minimum Masters of Engineering with >3 years of experience in these areas:

  • Semiconductor equipment system and component level problem-solving knowledge.
  • Familiarity with Multi-kilowatt High Power RF Environments from 1 to 60 MHz is a plus
  • Quality certification similar to ASQ: CRE, CQE, CSSGB or Green Belt
  • Analog and digital electrical components include circuits, higher level assemblies, and software driven systems.
  • Electrical measurement equipment familiarity, including: DMM, LCR, Network Analyzers, Hi-Pot/Ground Bond Testers, Function Generators, Oscilloscopes, Spectrum Analyzers.
  • Provide Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) feedback to optimize supplier manufacturing processes and reduce Quality, Cost, and delivery issues.
  • Skilled in applying advanced quality methodologies (SPC, Cpk, DOE, GR&R, 5-Why, 8D, Ishikawa diagrams) and statistical tools (t/F tests, box plots) to drive continuous improvement.
  • Knowledge of industry standards (Semi S2, OSHA, ISO9000/14000, RoHS, UL, IEEE, MIL, IPC 610/620)
  • Proven ability to develop innovative solutions to complex challenges using critical and creative thinking, both qualitative and quantitative.
  • Ability to effectively communicate in written and verbal global work environment.
  • Strong project management ability to meet desired timeline

Preferred qualifications

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.