Laboratory Service Engineer 3 - RF Systems

The group you’ll be a part of

In the Global Products Group, we are dedicated to excellence in the design and engineering of Lam's etch and deposition products. We drive innovation to ensure our cutting-edge solutions are helping to solve the biggest challenges in the semiconductor industry. 

The impact you’ll make

As a Laboratory Service Engineer 3 – RF Systems, you will play a critical role in supporting and advancing Lam’s RF and plasma technology development in a fast‑paced R&D lab environment. This role goes beyond routine lab support—you will work hands‑on with high‑power RF subsystems, vacuum hardware, and prototype semiconductor equipment, directly contributing to concept, feasibility, and next‑generation product development. Your expertise will help ensure safe, reliable, and repeatable operation of complex RF systems used in etch and deposition applications.

What you’ll do

• Operate in an R&D laboratory environment performing preventive and corrective maintenance, troubleshooting, upgrades, and calibration of RF, electrical, electromechanical, and vacuum equipment.
• Assemble, test, calibrate, and diagnose high‑power, high‑voltage RF subsystems, including RF matching networks, sensors, and associated electronics.
• Perform system‑level to PCBA‑level failure analysis, including board‑level validation, functional testing, and SMD rework as required.
• Utilize advanced laboratory instrumentation such as VNAs, oscilloscopes, power meters, and digital multimeters to support RF characterization and troubleshooting.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, fluidic, and vacuum‑based subsystems used in semiconductor processing equipment.
• Support prototype equipment installation, bring‑up, and validation; develop and maintain procedures, test plans, and technical documentation.
• Partner closely with cross‑functional teams—including hardware engineering, process development, manufacturing, QA, firmware, and software—to support R&D activities, customer demos, NPI builds, and release milestones.
• Manage and maintain RF laboratory infrastructure, including equipment calibration tracking, inventory control, prototype/sample management, and lab organization.
• Ensure safe handling of high‑voltage RF systems, hazardous gases, and liquids by following required safety, ESD, and cleanroom protocols and using appropriate PPE.
• Communicate priorities, issues, and test results clearly and proactively across multiple parallel tasks and stakeholders.

Who we’re looking for

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electronics, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field with 2+ years of relevant experience; or
• Associate’s degree in a technical field (electronics, RF, or equivalent) or equivalent military training with 4+ years of relevant hands‑on experience; or
• Equivalent industry experience supporting RF, electrical, or semiconductor equipment in an R&D or lab environment.

Preferred qualifications

• Strong hands‑on experience with high‑power RF subsystems, RF matching networks, sensors, and calibration techniques.
• Proven ability to troubleshoot complex electrical, electromechanical, fluidic, and vacuum systems at both system and board level.
• Proficiency with lab and test equipment including VNAs, oscilloscopes, power meters, DMMs, and related RF instrumentation.
• Experience performing board‑level debug, component‑level rework, and root‑cause failure analysis.
• Familiarity with semiconductor capital equipment, RF power delivery systems, or plasma processing tools.
• Experience supporting prototype development, validation testing, and New Product Introduction (NPI) activities.
• Ability to work in cleanroom and lab environments while wearing required safety or cleanroom attire.
• Strong organizational skills with experience managing lab assets, calibration schedules, and engineering testbeds.

Our commitment

We believe it is important for every person to feel valued, included, and empowered to achieve their full potential. By bringing unique individuals and viewpoints together, we achieve extraordinary results.

Lam Research ("Lam" or the "Company") is an equal opportunity employer. Lam is committed to and reaffirms support of equal opportunity in employment and non-discrimination in employment policies, practices and procedures on the basis of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, or military and veteran status or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. It is the Company's intention to comply with all applicable laws and regulations. Company policy prohibits unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees.

Lam offers a variety of work location models based on the needs of each role. Our hybrid roles combine the benefits of on-site collaboration with colleagues and the flexibility to work remotely and fall into two categories – On-site Flex and Virtual Flex. ‘On-site Flex’ you’ll work 3+ days per week on-site at a Lam or customer/supplier location, with the opportunity to work remotely for the balance of the week. ‘Virtual Flex’ you’ll work 1-2 days per week on-site at a Lam or customer/supplier location, and remotely the rest of the time.

Salary

Salary Range for this position: $56,100.00 - $123,000.00.

The above salary range for this position is relevant to applicants that reside in California and most states. Salary offers will depend on factors that include the location you work from, your level, education, training, specific skills, years of experience and comparison to other employees already in this role. Actual salary may vary from salary offered due to numerous factors including but not limited to unpaid time off, unpaid leave, company mandated shutdown, and other relevant factors.

Our Perks and Benefits

At Lam, our people make amazing things possible. That’s why we invest in you throughout the phases of your life with a comprehensive set of outstanding benefits.