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Principal Engineer - CVD Engineering

GlobalFoundries

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Essex, VT · Posted October 6, 2026

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About GlobalFoundries:

GlobalFoundries is a leading full-service semiconductor foundry providing a unique combination of design, development, and fabrication services to some of the world’s most inspired technology companies. With a global manufacturing footprint spanning three continents, GlobalFoundries makes possible the technologies and systems that transform industries and give customers the power to shape their markets. For more information, visit www.gf.com

Summary of Role:

The Fab9 Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD) module is seeking a motivated Principal Engineer to become part of our 200mm Fabricator team, fully on site, at Fab9 in Essex Junction, VT. This Mon-Fri daytime position will sustain, improve, and own existing CVD processes and equipment as well as develop new ones. The ideal candidate will support fabrication of dielectric and conductive films utilizing CVD methods and applicable chemistries.

Essential Responsibilities:

Collaborate daily with maintenance technicians, process technicians and peer engineers to meet production demands

Drives continuous improvement projects with respect to equipment availability, cost reduction, and yield improvement

Supports or leads cross functional problem solving, involving facilities, maintenance and equipment engineering

Supports installation and startup of new or retrofit equipment

Mentor and lead lower-level engineering team members

Other Responsibilities:

Perform all activities in a safe and responsible manner and support all Environmental, Health, Safety & Security requirements and programs

Other duties as assigned by manager / supervisor

Required Qualifications:

Education –Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical, Materials or related engineering field plus 4-5 years relevant experience OR Masters degree plus 2-4 years relevant experience OR PhD plus 1-2 years relevant experience

Problem solving and communication of action plans

Travel - Up to 10%

Fluency in English Language – both written & verbal

Physical Capacity Demands – Ability to lift and carry parts up to 30 lbs. Stand, or bend and crouch to inspect, or work on equipment in the clean room for extended periods of time

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Strong planning & organizational skills

Advanced data analysis experience

Understanding of semiconductor manufacturing, equipment and clean room facilities

Preferred Qualifications:

Fab 9 data systems

Project management and communication of plans

Expected Salary Range $85,000.00 - $146,000.00

The exact Salary will be determined based on qualifications, experience and location.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at usaccommodations@gf.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.

An offer with GlobalFoundries is conditioned upon the successful completion of pre-employment conditions, as applicable, and subject to applicable laws and regulations.

GlobalFoundries is fully committed to equal opportunity in the workplace and believes that cultural diversity within the company enhances its business potential. GlobalFoundries goal of excellence in business necessitates the attraction and retention of highly qualified people. Artificial barriers and stereotypic biases detract from this objective and may be illegally discriminatory.

All policies and processes which pertain to employees including recruitment, selection, training, utilization, promotion, compensation, benefits, extracurricular programs, and termination are created and implemented without regard to age, ethnicity, ancestry, color, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religion, political and/or third-party affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other characteristic or category specified by local, state or federal law