Processing Engineering Manager

## Processing Engineering Manager**Newport Beach,CA92660**Employment Type:PermJob Number: 25511Remote Options: No## Job DescriptionWet Etch Process Engineering Manager **Salary Range:** $185k to $208k Position Overview We are seeking an experienced **Wet Etch Process Engineering Manager** to lead and develop a high-performing team within our semiconductor manufacturing facility. In this role, you will oversee wet etch process operations, ensure stable and high-quality manufacturing performance, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. This is a critical leadership position responsible for sustaining process control, improving yield and quality, supporting capacity expansion, leading process development and technology transfers, and executing cost-reduction strategies. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to deliver products that meet customer specifications and production timelines. ---Key Responsibilities* Lead, manage, mentor, and develop a team of process engineers and technicians.* Establish clear performance expectations and provide ongoing coaching and feedback.* Maintain and improve wet etch process control to ensure stable manufacturing performance.* Troubleshoot technical issues and lead root cause analysis efforts to prevent recurrence.* Drive continuous improvement and cost-reduction initiatives.* Qualify processes across multiple tool platforms to increase operational flexibility.* Support new equipment qualification and production ramp activities.* Partner with Operations and Equipment Engineering to resolve manufacturing challenges and meet output targets.* Serve as the subject matter expert for wet etch processes.* Develop process specifications for new technologies and transition qualified processes into production.* Support capital planning efforts, including justification and implementation of new process equipment.* Collaborate with cross-functional and cross-site teams to benchmark performance and implement best practices.* Foster a culture of ownership, accountability, and high performance.---Qualifications **Education:** * Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field required* Advanced degree preferred **Experience:** * 8+ years of wet etch process engineering experience with a Bachelor’s degree, or 3+ years with an advanced degree* 3+ years of leadership experience in a semiconductor manufacturing environment **Technical & Leadership Skills:** * Strong expertise in wet etch processes, materials, and integration challenges* Experience with industry-standard wet process equipment platforms* Solid understanding of advanced CMOS and/or RF wafer processing technologies and device yield interactions* Demonstrated ability to mentor and develop engineering talent* Proven track record of solving complex technical problems* Strong analytical skills, including DOE methodologies and statistical analysis* Experience supporting equipment qualification and capacity expansion initiatives* Familiarity with manufacturing execution systems and statistical software tools is a plus **Core Competencies:** * Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment* Excellent written and verbal communication skills* Collaborative mindset with experience working across operations, equipment engineering, integration, and R&D teams---Why Join Us?* Lead a critical technology area in a high-impact manufacturing environment* Drive innovation and continuous improvement* Collaborate with talented cross-functional teams* Influence next-generation semiconductor process technologies#### Please view our **Privacy Policy**.
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