[신입/경력] Metrology Defect Inspection Engineer for KTC R&D Center

The group you’ll be a part of

In the Global Products Group, we are dedicated to excellence in the design and engineering of Lam's etch and deposition products. We drive innovation to ensure our cutting-edge solutions are helping to solve the biggest challenges in the semiconductor industry.

The impact you’ll make

We are seeking a Metrology Defect Inspection Engineer to support semiconductor process development and engineering activities. This position is primarily responsible for defect inspection and review applications within the metrology function, including system operation and application support, recipe development and optimization, data analysis, and technical support to internal engineering teams. The engineer will also support the installation, qualification, and continuous improvement of new inspection and metrology capabilities.

What you’ll do

- Operate and provide application support for defect inspection and review systems, as well as related semiconductor metrology equipment.
- Develop and optimize inspection and measurement recipes based on process development and engineering requirements.
- Analyze inspection and metrology data, identify relevant defect or measurement trends, and communicate findings to engineering teams.
- Support tool installation, qualification, release, and capability ramp-up for new inspection and metrology systems.
- Maintain inspection and measurement quality, tool readiness, and operational stability through routine performance monitoring, data-quality checks, and appropriate corrective actions.
- Troubleshoot equipment, recipe, inspection, and measurement issues in collaboration with internal engineering teams, equipment vendors, and field service engineers.
- Serve as the technical owner for assigned equipment and drive improvements in utilization, workflow, turnaround time, and overall lab capability.
- Document technical procedures and best practices, and share knowledge within the metrology team.

Who we’re looking for

Minimum Qualifications:

- Bachelor’s degree or higher in Physics, Optical Science/Engineering, Materials Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related engineering or science discipline.
- Ability to analyze technical data and independently investigate and resolve technical issues.
- Basic understanding of semiconductor equipment operation, instrumentation, electronics, or related engineering principles.
- Strong customer orientation and the ability to work effectively with cross-functional engineering teams.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills in English and Korean.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with equipment vendors and field service organizations.
- Self-motivated, with a hands-on approach and the ability to learn new inspection and metrology technologies.

Preferred qualifications

- Hands-on experience with defect inspection or review systems, SEM-based characterization, or other semiconductor metrology equipment.
- Experience developing and optimizing inspection or measurement recipes.
- Familiarity with data analysis, statistical process control (SPC), and equipment performance monitoring.
- Experience in semiconductor R&D, process development, or high-volume manufacturing environments.
- Experience supporting equipment installation, qualification, or new capability ramp-up.

Our commitment

We believe it is important for every person to feel valued, included, and empowered to achieve their full potential. By bringing unique individuals and viewpoints together, we achieve extraordinary results.

Lam Research ("Lam" or the "Company") is an equal opportunity employer. Lam is committed to and reaffirms support of equal opportunity in employment and non-discrimination in employment policies, practices and procedures on the basis of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, or military and veteran status or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. It is the Company's intention to comply with all applicable laws and regulations. Company policy prohibits unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees.

Lam offers a variety of work location models based on the needs of each role. Our hybrid roles combine the benefits of on-site collaboration with colleagues and the flexibility to work remotely and fall into two categories – On-site Flex and Virtual Flex. ‘On-site Flex’ you’ll work 3+ days per week on-site at a Lam or customer/supplier location, with the opportunity to work remotely for the balance of the week. ‘Virtual Flex’ you’ll work 1-2 days per week on-site at a Lam or customer/supplier location, and remotely the rest of the time.