Sr. Process Engineer - Photolithography
GlobalFoundries
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Essex, VT · Posted July 28, 2026
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About the job
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:
GlobalFoundries is a 24/7 manufacturing facility providing technician support across all shifts. The Fab9 photolithography process module is seeking a motivated Sr. Process 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 photolithography processes as well as develop new ones. The ideal candidate will work with new and existing photolithography chemicals across 365nm/248nm/193nm wavelengths on a variety of different tool types.
Essential Responsibilities:
Level ownership and line sustaining for existing photolithography processes
Learn and work with Fab9 systems and photolithography processes & tools, while balancing quality, cost and delivery to meet and exceed output standards, product disposition for non-process of record events
Collaborating with the equipment teams to improve deliverable targets, SPC (statistical process control), and tool qualifications
Working with the integration, characterization and development teams to achieve objectives
Collaborating with the development teams on new technologies and features
Develop new processes, create & execute qualification plans for new l ithography chemicals as well as new generation photolithography tooling
Reduce Cycle Time & Cost for photolithography proc esses
Increase yield for photolithography proc esses
Create, execute and improve standard work
Coordinate information exchange and build working relationships with co-workers, manager , other modules and support groups to accomplish tasks and solve problems . This will include initial time running tools to learn the area and develop a rapport with the manufacturing team
Communicate and collaborate with co-workers within and outside the department
Work in a clean room environment wearing gloves, other Personal Protective Equipment, including a clean room suit, up to 8hrs per day
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 engineering, materials science , or related technical discipline plus 2-4 years of relevant semiconductor experience
Fluency in English Language - both Written & Verbal
Applied knowledge of photolithography
Demonstrated ability to lead projects, taking initiative to drive solutions to problems
Familiarity with Lean manufacturing processes & activities such as 5S, Structured problem solving, Value stream mapping, Kaizen teams, etch
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Strong planning & organizational skills
Preferred Qualifications:
Education - Master’s degree in engineering or Material Science
4+ years of relevant semiconductor experience and advanced knowledge of photolithography
Advanced understanding of Lean manufacturing processes & activities such as 5S, Structured problem solving, Value stream mapping, Kaizen teams, TWI (Training within Industry)
Understanding of semiconductor manufacturing equipment & GlobalFoundries' systems in Essex, VT
Expected Salary Range $69,000.00 - $120,000.00
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.
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