Principal Process Development Engineer

About Veeco
You probably don't realize it, but what we do at Veeco touches the lives of every person, every day. It's a bold statement, but it's true. From the smartphones in our pockets that access the world's collective knowledge, to the cloud-based services where all that information lives, to high-speed wireless communication and computing power needed to drive artificial intelligence, augmented and virtual reality, gaming and so much more, our technology is all around us.

We design, develop, manufacture, and service highly complex, cutting-edge machines used by our customers to create the essential devices that drive the digital age, connect the world, and improve the human experience. Along with the world's leading technology companies, many of which are household names, we help solve their most difficult material science challenges, enabling technologies for a more connected, sustainable, and convenient world

We're looking for material difference-makers to join our growing team. Interested? Learn more at www.veeco.com/careers.

Overview:
The semiconductor industry's adoption of Advanced Packaging solutions is a "mega trend" that requires several new technologies to be developed, ensuring that, despite the slowing of Moore's Law at a system level, the semiconductor industry continues to deliver exceptional returns on investment in terms of computing power and efficiency. Veeco's Wet Processing product line has grown significantly in recent years as its technologies are adopted in the semiconductor industry and navigate several inflection points in Advanced Packaging. This exciting new position of Principal Process Development Engineer in our Wet System Processing product line team is for a candidate who could play a critical role in the development and adoption of Veeco's technology solutions in the semiconductor industry.

The role will require technology leadership, partnering with strategic customers and industry consortia to determine and anticipate future requirements, developing a product roadmap through cross-functional alignment within Veeco, and conducting hands-on development work in our laboratory at Horsham. Major responsibilities include identifying new market trends and incorporating relevant technologies into our product roadmap, as well as collaborating with customers to develop solutions for their wet processing challenges, utilizing existing capabilities. In addition, this position will spend considerable time in our laboratory, leading hands-on development of new technologies and demonstrating them to our customers. This role is a highly integrated, visible, and cross-functional "driver" function that has a significant, measurable impact on the success of Veeco's wet processing business.

Responsibilities:

• Drive product roadmap for Advanced Packaging applications.
• Accelerate new customer adoption and industry uptake of emerging technologies.
• Lead hands-on technology development and customer demonstrations.
• Act as liaison across Technology, Marketing, Engineering, and Operations to deliver manufacturable, spec-compliant designs.
• Support technical sales by presenting product capabilities and crafting customer-specific value propositions; travel up to 25%.
• Prioritize safety in daily activities and product design.

Qualifications:

A Bachelor's degree in an engineering or science discipline (e.g., Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, Systems, Software Engineering, Physics, etc.) and at least 15 years of relevant experience in the semiconductor industry and exposure to capital equipment development is required; or a Master's degree with 12+ years of experience; or a PhD with 8 years of experience.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Expertise in high-value material challenges in Advanced Packaging, especially hybrid bonding, is essential.
• Background in semiconductor, data storage, or capital equipment industries required.
• Familiarity with application development and qualifying new technologies for high-volume manufacturing (HVM) is a must.
• Preferred: experience with wet processing equipment and technology project management.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, block diagrams, schematics, specs, and manufacturing requirements.
• Preferred knowledge in mechanical, electrical, systems and controls, software, and vacuum systems.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and decision-making skills; able to collaborate across Marketing, Technology, Engineering, Operations, and Supply Chain.
• Proven multitasker in matrix organizations; able to lead without direct authority.
• Proficient in MS Office; experience with project management tools like MS Project or Smartsheet preferred.

Qualifications:
A Bachelor's degree in an engineering or science discipline (e.g., Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, Systems, Software Engineering, Physics, etc.) and at least 15 years of relevant experience in the semiconductor industry and exposure to capital equipment development is required; or a Master's degree with 12+ years of experience; or a PhD with 8 years of experience. Experience in wet processing equipment is preferred. Experience in technology project management is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of semiconductor, data storage, or other capital equipment industries is required.
• General familiarity with application development and the qualification of new technologies for high-volume manufacturing (HVM) is required.
• Deep knowledge of high-value material problems in Advanced Packaging process flows, including hybrid bonding, is critical.
• Must be able to interpret engineering drawings, system block diagrams, electrical schematics, engineering specifications, and manufacturing requirements.
• Ability to multi-task and work with a cross-functional team in a matrix organization; proven ability to direct and motivate individuals with no direct reporting structure.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, with strong interpersonal skills and decision-making capabilities. Ability to communicate effectively with personnel from multiple functional areas, including Marketing, Technology, Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, etc.
• Understanding of key engineering and technology areas, including mechanical, electrical, systems and controls, software, and vacuum systems, is preferred.
• Proficient with MS Office suite; familiarity with at least one project management software or tool, e.g., MS Project, Smartsheet, etc.

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The expected salary range for this position is $149,320 - $177,285, plus a bonus opportunity. When determining your pay, we will consider your location, experience, and other job-related factors. If your salary requirements exceed the advertised range and you remain interested in Veeco, we encourage you to apply or email your resume to recruiting@veeco.com.

Other benefits include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Holiday, Vacation, and Sick Time
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Commuter Benefits
• Life and Accident Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Identity Theft Remediation
• Emergency Travel Assistance

Veeco is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected characteristics. Veecois committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.