Integration Engineer

HRL Laboratories is seeking a motivated early-career engineer to join our multidisciplinary research team focused on developing world-class semiconductor technologies for infrared sensing, advanced interconnect and quantum information science. This is a hands-on, lab-based role ideal for a recent graduate (B.S. or M.S.) with a strong foundation in cleanroom fabrication and a desire to grow within a collaborative, fast-paced R&D environment.

This role offers the chance to be deeply involved in cutting-edge R&D and work on devices that are first-of-their-kind. You'll get exposure to the full device lifecycle-from epitaxy to fabrication to packaging and testing-gaining insights that go beyond any single process module. HRL supports continued learning with educational benefits, conference opportunities, and in-house seminars. If you're an early-career engineer with a curious mind and a passion for advanced technology, this is a great place to grow.

Work alongside senior engineers to support the fabrication and development of novel semiconductor devices

Troubleshoot process issues by gathering data using metrology tools such as AFM, profilometry, ellipsometry, and optical microscopy, and SEM

Assist in process development with various modules like - lithography, deposition, dry/wet etch, plating, etc.

Document and analyze experimental results and present findings to a technical team

Maintain cleanroom hygiene standards and follow safety protocols for handling hazardous materials and chemicals

Contribute to process improvements and experimental design in an evolving R&D setting

Experienced in-or very familiar with-cleanroom fabrication processes including photolithography, deposition, etching (dry and wet), and thin film metrology

Comfortable with technical terminology and eager to work hands-on in a lab setting

Able to follow safety procedures and maintain focus at microscope and bench stations for extended periods

Must be able to work safely with and around hazardous materials, chemicals and gases

Dexterity in handling microelectronic chips and wafers is essential

Highly curious, detail-oriented, and motivated to learn across multiple disciplines

A proactive communicator and team player who enjoys solving complex technical problems

Must be able to work with little supervision and be a strong team player

1-3 years of hands-on microfabrication cleanroom experience (academic or industry) is preferred

Familiarity with process development and device fabrication workflows is preferred

Exposure to infrared sensing or quantum computing technologies is preferred

Experience with productivity tools (Excel, Words, PowerPoint) for data analysis and documentation is preferred

A recent B.S. or M.S. graduate in Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, Chemistry, or a related field

Must be able to work within a class 10 Cleanroom

Must be sufficiently mobile to work within confined spaces and have both visual and hearing acuity

U.S. Citizenship

Ability to obtain and maintain a government security clearance is a plus

The base salary range for this full-time position $76,530 - $93,320 + bonus + benefits.

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