Job Description
Job Overview:
Drive Innovation. Optimize Performance. Shape the Future of Semiconductor Manufacturing.
InnovaFlex is seeking a highly motivated and technically skilled Photolithography Process Engineer to join our world-class Fab team. In this role, you will own and drive photolithography process performance across stepper exposure, resist coat/develop, and low-k dielectric coat operations. You will play a pivotal role to ensure process stability through rigorous statistical process control (SPC), mentor and develop a team of skilled technicians, and collaborate cross-functionally to deliver industry-leading yield and cycle time results.
The Photolithography Process Engineer is responsible for developing, optimizing, and sustaining manufacturing processes to ensure safe, efficient, and cost-effective production. This role drives continuous improvement initiatives, supports new product introductions, and ensures process stability, quality, and compliance with operational standards.
The Photolithography Process Engineer works closely with Production, Maintenance, Quality, Equipment Engineering, and Supply Chain teams to improve throughput, reduce waste, enhance product quality, and support operational excellence initiatives across the manufacturing facility.
About InnovaFlex
InnovaFlex is a nontraditional-semiconductor designer and manufacturer that has capabilities to create a variety of electronics on both glass and flexible substrates. We are the largest amorphous silicon semiconductor manufacturer outside of Asia and have a variety of other products including sensors, antennas, wearables, backplanes and more for some of today’s most innovative solutions in the military, medical, industrial, and security imaging businesses. We are passionate about positively impacting our world by improving lives through high quality products and services.
Essential Functions:
Process, Equipment, and Manufacturing Development
- Develops and modifies processes, equipment, product flows, and test flows as applicable to:
- Extend and enable new and novel product introduction
- Achieve customer-driven product revisions and performance enhancements
- Achieve internally driven yield, throughput and cost goals
- Provides engineering support for high-volume manufacturing, including troubleshooting and resolving process and equipment-related issues
New Product Introduction (NPI) & Product Qualification
- Collaborates with Process Integration and Business Development teams to support new product introductions (NPIs)
- Verifies that new products meet all product specifications and applies appropriate process flows to ensure conformance to customer requirements
- Updates and maintains all product and/or equipment specification documentation for NPI projects
Quality, Yield, and Statistical Process Control (SPC)
- Owns product SPC as applicable to maintain healthy CpK
- Utilizes statistical process control (SPC) methods to analyze and improve product quality
- Works with cross-functional teams to improve processes, reduce manufacturing costs, and increase product yield
Technical Problem Solving & Manufacturing Support
- Supports and assists in problem solving for Fab and Test areas
- Engages in highly technical development and problem-solving activities
- Takes a leadership role in writing technical documentation, papers, and/or patents as applicable
Documentation & Compliance
- Develops and maintains detailed process and equipment documentation
- Follows all company safety policies and procedures and promptly reports hazards, unsafe conditions, incidents, or injuries
Qualifications
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in STEM field preferred
Experience*:
- 5 – 9 years direct process experience in semiconductor, display, solar, or advanced manufacturing equipment engineering preferred
License or certification:
- N/A
InnovaFlex Foundry Core Values
Our values are embedded in our daily life at InnovaFlex, and they are the foundation helping us make decisions impacting the future of our company. Our values support our mission and vision by providing guidelines on how we approach challenges in our daily life at InnovaFlex Foundry. We all own the culture at InnovaFlex Foundry, and demonstrating these behaviors shows our fellow teammates and customers we are committed to not only what we do but also how we do it. The How is as important as the What.
Take Ownership
We exhibit resourcefulness, independent action and professional judgment that are position appropriate.
Habituate Quality
We promote a culture of quality and safety in process and performance.
Encourage Innovation
We promote a culture of process improvement and strategic solutions. Relentlessly pursue excellence with enthusiasm. Endeavor to implement cutting edge techniques.
Have Passion
We promote a culture of service. Passionate about what we do and how we do it at InnovaFlex Foundry.
Open-Minded
We promote an inclusive, welcoming, and diverse climate. Validate teammates’ ideas and client problems. Keep an open mind and remain professional in all work settings.
Win Together
We promote cooperation and effective relationships. Make a positive impact through collaboration, innovation, and technology. Serve fellow teammates, customers, and community. Work with togetherness, transparency, and trust.
Compensation:
Our salary range isn’t just merely a figure, it embodies our unwavering dedication. At InnovaFlex we meticulously craft our job offerings, taking into account a myriad of factors:
- Experience Matters: Your years of industry experience will be rewarded.
- Education Counts: Advanced degrees and/or specialized certifications enhance your earning potential.
- Knowledge Is Key: Demonstrating exceptional skills and staying ahead of the curve will be reflected in your compensation.
- Job Levels: As you grow within our organization, your achievements will unlock new opportunities and higher pay.
- Annual Salary: $87,341 - $152,247 depending on experience
- Targeted Annual Bonus: 15% (prorated based on date of hire)
Benefits:
Our comprehensive benefits package includes, but is not limited to:
- Medical (4 plans to choose from), Dental and Vision all effective date of hire
- Paid holidays
- Personal Choice Holidays (prorated 1st year of employment based on date of hire)
- 401(k) with an employer match tied to one (1) year vesting schedule
- Company paid Life & ADD, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Paid vacation
- Paid sick time
- Tuition reimbursement
- On-site gym
- Relocation assistance available
Competencies & Skills*:
- Technical Expertise - Independently develops and optimizes processes; supports NPI and SPC; leads complex process development, yield improvement, and equipment optimization
- Attention to Detail & Analytical Thinking - Analyzes trends, identifies root causes, ensures process stability; solves complex, multi-variable problems using advanced statistical tools
- Communication & Presentation - Communicates cross-functionally; influences decisions
- Collaboration & Teamwork - Leads collaboration; leads cross-functional initiatives (NPI, CI projects)
- Adaptability & Problem Solving - Solves non-routine problems; leads innovation
- Project Management - Owns projects end-to-end; leads complex initiatives
Scope*:
- Independence - Fully autonomous and/or strategic autonomy
- Problem Complexity – Complex and/or highly complex
- Company Impact – Department and/or cross-functional
- Interactions – Stakeholders and/or external partners
- Financial Responsibility – Cost awareness and/or budget input
Travel:
- Occasional local travel for meetings, conferences, and events
- Travel may require use of personal vehicle
- Flexibility to travel outside of normal business hours, as needed
Working Environment:
- FAB Clean Room: 40%
- Office Setting: 50%
- Lab/Cleanroom: 5%
- Field/Customer visits: 5%
Physical Demands:
- Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
- Frequent use of hands and fingers for typing, writing, and operating office equipment
- Ability to communicate verbally and in writing
- Occasional standing and walking within the office environment
- Ability to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds (e.g., files, office supplies, packages)
- Occasional bending, reaching, or stooping to retrieve materials
- Ability to operate standard office equipment (computer, phone, printer, copier, scanner)
- Work may involve exposure to chemical, electrical, and mechanical hazards while supporting manufacturing equipment.
- Noise exposure may occur during equipment operation or manufacturing process.
Other Duties:
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the role. Additional duties may be assigned as needed.
*This position is being posted across multiple career levels. The scope of responsibilities, skills, competencies, education and experience qualifications outlined in this posting reflect the combined expectations for the levels under consideration. Only one position will be filled, and the successful candidate's level will be determined based on their qualifications, experience, education, and demonstrated competencies.
Schedule:
- Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- 40+ hours; additional hours as needed to support business needs and meet deadlines
Accepting Applications through July 23, 2026.
Join us on this exciting journey, where your talent, dedication, and unique blend of qualifications are valued, and your growth is our priority. Apply today!
