Staff Semiconductor Wet Chemical Process Engineer, Raxium
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Fremont, CA · Posted October 31, 2026
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About the job
Minimum qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, a related field, or equivalent practical experience. 6 years of experience in Wet Chemical Process Engineering in a production silicon/compound semiconductor environment. 3 years of experience in technical leadership. Experience with wet chemical tools (ie. spray etch tools, automated baths related to processes control and capability, etc).