Magic Leap
Augmented Reality (AR)
StaffProcessEngineer,WaferLithography
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“Staff Process Engineer, Wafer Lithography at Magic Leap. Skills: Wafer Lithography Process Development, Process Optimization, Yield Improvement, Manufacturing Scale-up, SPC, DOE, Root Cause Analysis. Lead lithography process development, optimization, and sustainment for wafer-based manufacturing processes. Drive process control, yield improvement, and tool performance”
What You'll Achieve.
Transition new technologies into high-volume production environments; Improve process stability; Improve optical quality, throughput, OEE, and defect reduction; Scale robust, production-ready manufacturing processes
Industry & Context.
Solve real-world problems; Troubleshoot issues and improve process stability; Lead root cause investigations using structured problem-solving methodologies
Requires being fully onsite at our Austin, TX facility, Occasional travel, including trips to Plantation, FL for cross-site collaboration, Approximately 10% travel required
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
8+ years of experience in nanofabrication, wafer lithography, semiconductor processing, or related microfabrication environments, Bachelor’s degree or higher in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related technical field, Hands-on cleanroom wafer processing experience within semiconductor or optical device manufacturing, Experience with process development, recipe optimization, yield improvement, and manufacturing scale-up, Understanding of SPC, DOE, process capability analysis, and structured root cause methodologies, Experience troubleshooting complex process and equipment issues in high-volume manufacturing environments, Solid foundation in plasma physics and plasma-surface interactions related to etch or lithography processes
Nice to Have
M. S. or Ph. D. in a related engineering discipline, Experience with wafer-level optics, photonics, or advanced optical manufacturing, Familiarity with JMP, statistical analysis tools, FDC, or process automation systems, Metrology experience using SEM, TEM, or related characterization tools, Six Sigma certification, Experience supporting new tool installs, vendor qualifications, or manufacturing scale-up initiatives, Experience working in fast-paced or evolving manufacturing environments
What You'll Do.
Lead lithography process development
and sustainment for wafer-based manufacturing processes
Drive process control
Support transfer of processes from R&D/NPI into manufacturing
Troubleshoot issues and improve process stability
Develop manufacturing documentation
Analyze process and metrology data to improve optical quality
Lead root cause investigations
Support implementation of advanced process analytics
Collaborate with distributed R&D and manufacturing teams
Mentor engineers and technicians
production-ready manufacturing processes
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Work cross-functionally with R&D, Equipment Engineering, Manufacturing, Metrology, and Quality teams; Partner cross-functionally with Operations, Quality, Equipment Engineering, and vendors; Collaborate with distributed R&D and manufacturing teams; Support for process transfer activities between facilities; Cross-site collaboration
Process & Methodology
Process Transfer, Manufacturing Scale-up, New Tool Installs, Vendor Qualifications
Full Job Description
A new paradigm of computing Magic Leap is a pioneer in Augmented Reality (AR) optics, display systems, platforms, devices services, prototyping and manufacturing capabilities. We are known for our unmatched optics stack and have developed ultra-lightweight waveguides and display systems that advance what is possible in AR. With more than a decade of experience in AR innovation, we have made groundbreaking advancements in text legibility, color fidelity and rich digital content visuals while continually expanding the field of view to create engaging, immersive AR experiences. Magic Leap could be your place if you want to be part of a united team where everyone is empowered and trusted to make an impact. At Magic Leap, you can explore innovative solutions and use your talents to solve real-world problems. Working alongside industry experts, you can grow your skills while helping make our technology available to millions of people as a partner in the AR ecosystem. We know that successful change and progress accelerates diverse perspectives. As we shape our future, everyone's voice matters. Together, we can reimagine the world of work and, with our bold partners, make the impossible possible. The opportunity As a Staff Lithography Engineer on our Optical Process Engineering team, you will help develop and scale advanced lithography processes used in next-generation optical waveguide manufacturing for smart glasses. You’ll work cross-functionally with R&D, Equipment Engineering, Manufacturing, Metrology, and Quality teams to transition new technologies into high-volume production environments. This is a highly visible, hands-on role focused on process development, yield improvement, process transfer, and manufacturing scale-up within a cleanroom semiconductor-style environment. Location: This position requires being fully onsite at our Austin, TX facility to support hands-on collaboration and daily operations. Relocation assistance is available for non-local candidates.
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