Process Engineer - Photolithography and Etch

FormFactor, Inc.
life insurance, paid time off, 401(k)

Nov 10, 2025
Forming Our Future together FormFactor, Inc. (NASDAQ: FORM), is a leading provider of essential test and measurement technologies along the full semiconductor product life cycle - from characterization, modeling, reliability, and design de-bug, to qualification and production test. Semiconductor companies rely upon FormFactor's products and services to accelerate profitability by optimizing device performance and advancing yield knowledge. The company serves customers through its network of facilities in Asia, Europe, and North America. Rooted in our core values - Focus on the Customer, Ownership & Accountability, Respectfully & Effectively Communicate, and Motivate & Develop People - we foster an environment where diverse perspectives are not only welcomed but celebrated. Everyone can make an impact here. Whether it's improving products, supporting customers, or positively influencing peers and the community, the contributions of our people matter. Shift: The regular hours for this position are day shift. Job Description: The Process Engineer - Photolithography and Etch - Level 1 will work under close supervision to assist in executing defined tasks in photolithography and etch processes in a high-volume semiconductor manufacturing environment. Key Responsibilities: Process Setup & Optimization: Assist in the process parameters for photolithography (e.g., contact printing) and etch (e.g., wet etch, dry etch) operations. Support improving process performance for yield, throughput, and cost. Engineering Data Collection & Analysis: Executes predefined experiments and suggests minor improvements. Statistical Process Control (SPC): Supports team with SPC charts. Monitor process stability and capability and respond to out-of-control conditions. Fault Detection & Classification (FDC): Supports the maintenance of FDC systems to proactively identify equipment and process anomalies. Process Documentation: Create and maintain detailed process documentation including specifications, control plans, and work instructions. Cross-functional Collaboration: Collaborates with immediate team of equipment engineering, quality, integration, yield enhancement, and production teams to resolve process issues and support ramp-up activities. Tool Qualification & Maintenance: Support tool installation, qualification, and preventive maintenance strategies to ensure process integrity. Yield & Defect Reduction: identifies and eliminate sources of yield loss and defects. Training & Mentorship: Learns from senior engineers and follows guidance. Farmers Branch, TX - On-Site Benefits offered for this role include medical, dental, vision, EAP, short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, flexible spending and savings accounts, 401(k), ESPP and paid time off. Skills: Analytical Problem Solving, Communication, Cross-Functional Teamwork, Documentations, Photoresists, Plasma Etching, Python (Programming Language), Structured Query Language (SQL) Education & Experience: No previous professional experience\| Required Equal Employment Opportunity Statement FormFactor is an equal opportunity employer. FormFactor complies with all national, state, and local laws that seek to promote equal opportunities for any applicant or employee without regard to age, race, color, gender, gender identity/expression, national origin, sexual orientation, religion, disability, marital status, pregnancy or related condition, military service, or any other legally protected characteristics. These protections apply to all aspects of employment, including but not limited to, recruitment, hiring, training, promotions, and compensation.