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Process Development Engineer (IBD)

Veeco Instruments

Waltham, MA · Posted September 24, 2026

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About the job

About Veeco You probably don’t realize it, but what we do at Veeco touches the lives of every person, every day. It’s a bold statement, but it’s true. From the smartphones in our pockets that access the world’s collective knowledge, to the cloud-based services where all that information lives, to high-speed wireless communication and computing power needed to drive artificial intelligence, augmented and virtual reality, gaming and so much more, our technology is all around us.

We design, develop, manufacture, and service highly complex, cutting-edge machines used by our customers to create the essential devices that drive the digital age, connect the world, and improve the human experience. Along with the world’s leading technology companies, many of which are household names, we help solve their most difficult material science challenges, enabling technologies for a more connected, sustainable, and convenient world.

We’re looking for material difference-makers to join our growing team. Interested? Learn more at www.veeco.com/careers .

Overview

Veeco serves its world-class global customer base through its dedicated sales and service organization strategically located throughout Asia, Europe, and North America. Veeco continues to grow and is looking for a Process Development Engineer. The work location for this position is on-site at our manufacturing partner’s Beverly, MA facility.

Responsibilities

Lead process and application development using Veeco’s unique ion beam deposition and etch technologies.

Manage the development of advanced thin film processes intersecting with customers' current and future requirements. Own the design of experiments, execution, and data analysis.

Develop and maintain best-known methods (BKMs) for process control, process development, and continuous improvement. Drive adoption of BKMs and new applications.

Engage with customers as the technical expert, help Marketing and Sales establish strong technical partnerships at key accounts.

Work with Sales and Marketing to define process specifications for Veeco tools to meet customer needs.

Develop new upgrades and hardware in coordination with Engineering for Veeco’s unique deposition and etch technologies.

Qualifications

Bachelors plus 5 years of related experience. Master's degree and 3+ years of experience or a PhD in Physics, Materials Science or a related field.

Must have process development experience and expertise with vacuum thin film technology.

Expertise with thin film characterization techniques such as four-point probe, stress measurements, ellipsometry, absorption/transmission spectroscopy, XRD/XRR, depth profilers, etc., is required.

Experience with thin film for metals is highly desired.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Self-directed and possesses excellent interpersonal/communication skills

Collaborative attitude and comfortable with change and ambiguity

Semiconductor device knowledge and module process, process integration experience in logic and/or memory fabrication

Background in metal and semiconductor thin film technologies preferred

Must be able to travel up to 25% both domestic and international

Salary and Benefits The expected salary range for this position is $91,184.00 - $135,770.00 plus a bonus opportunity. We will consider your location, experience, and other job-related factors when determining your pay.

Other benefits include:

Medical, Dental, and Vision

401(k) with Company Match

Holiday, Vacation, and Sick Time

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Commuter Benefits

Life and Accident Insurance

Disability Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Identity Theft Remediation

Emergency Travel Assistance

Veeco is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected characteristics. Veeco is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.