Product Engineer

Job Title: Product Engineer

Work Location: Washington County, Rhode Island

Summary:

Seeking a Product Engineer to drive the development and support of photopolymer product lines, focusing on lithographic performance, photoresist behavior, and semiconductor process requirements. This role involves close collaboration with cross-functional teams to meet evolving customer and market needs.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with cross-functional leaders to implement strategic plans for innovative photopolymer products aligned with advanced lithographic and performance requirements.
• Gather and communicate market and technology trends by engaging directly with customers and presenting insights on current and future product needs.
• Work closely with R&D and manufacturing teams to ensure timely introduction of new products that meet customer lithography and performance targets.
• Support product development by ensuring compliance with internal protocols, customer data requirements, and regulatory standards.
• Respond to technical inquiries regarding lithography, photoresist behavior, and material interactions for both new and existing products.
• Assist in interpreting chemical parameters and synthetic compositions for regulatory documentation and compliance activities.
• Partner with quality engineers to validate changes, plan for capacity increases, and drive quality and cost improvement initiatives.
• Lead and support projects with industry partners and customers, focusing on lithographic performance, process optimization, and product qualification.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Materials Science, or a related field required.
• Advanced degree (MS or PhD) strongly preferred, especially with focus on semiconductor materials, polymers, or lithography.
• 3–5 years of experience in lithography, photoresist materials, semiconductor materials development, or related advanced materials (with Bachelor’s); 2+ years with Master’s; or PhD with relevant research.
• Experience in chemical formulation for electronics, semiconductor manufacturing, or microelectronics is highly desirable.
• Direct experience with resist chemistry or lithography is ideal; strong related semiconductor/materials experience considered.
• Knowledge of photoresist chemistry, polymer systems, lithography process flows, and factors influencing lithographic performance.
• Familiarity with FAB processes (spin coating, exposure, PEB, development) and experience with SEM imaging, CD analysis, and defect inspection is a plus.
• Ability to use statistical methods, DOE, and data modeling for product optimization; understanding of semiconductor manufacturing metrics (LER/LWR, resolution, sensitivity, CD uniformity).
• Strong technical communication, documentation, and project management skills.
• Demonstrated work ethic, ability to thrive in fast-paced R&D settings, and collaborative approach to cross-functional teamwork.
• Proactive problem-solving, organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Comfort working in laboratory and cleanroom environments, adhering to EHS and PPE protocols.
• Ability to lift up to 10 lbs. and spend extended periods in lab settings.
• Willingness to travel up to 30% to customer or partner sites.

Published Category: Analytical & Process Development