Radio Frequency Quality Engineer

In your career, let’s prove what’s possible. At Lam Research, we create equipment that drives technological advancements in the semiconductor industry. Our innovative solutions enable chipmakers to power progress in nearly all aspects of modern life, and it takes each member of our team to make it possible. Across our organization, our employees come to work and change the world. We take on the toughest challenges with precision and accuracy. We push for the next big semiconductor breakthrough. We lead the way in one of the most critical and fast-moving industries on the planet. And we do it together, with deep connections and limitless collaboration. The impact we have on the world is made possible by focusing on our people. So we recognize and celebrate our teams’ achievements. We strive to create an inclusive and diverse culture where everyone’s contribution and voice has value. We evaluate and evolve our offerings, so our people receive the support and empowerment to do meaningful things for their lives, careers, and communities. Because at Lam, we believe that when people are the priority and they’re inspired to unleash the power of innovation for a better world together, anything is possible. Date: Aug 20, 2026 Location: Req ID: 202276 Worker Category: Virtual Flex The group you’ll be a part of You will be part of the Supplier Engineering & Technology (SET) Organization within Lam Research, supporting RF products and critical suppliers across the semiconductor equipment supply chain. The team acts as the technical bridge between Product Engineering, Manufacturing, Global Supply Chain, Quality, Field Organizations, and Suppliers to ensure product reliability, supplier quality, successful new product introductions, and rapid resolution of customer escalations The impact you’ll make As a RF Engineer at Lam, you play a crucial role in designing, building, and troubleshooting cutting-edge radio frequency (RF) solutions for power delivery and plasma generation in our Etch and Deposition products. You specialize in utilizing RF as a power source and creating innovative generator designs. Your work paves the way for new power sources to be used Lam's wafer fabrication equipment. What you’ll do T his position will be based out of Bangalore, directly reporting to RF Manager in India and with Global Supplier Quality team. This individual would be responsible to manage RF Power commodity supplier engineering tasks by working closely with suppliers and supplier engineering team in US and Asia region. Individual’s primary job responsibilities are listed below: Managing assigned suppliers in RF Power commodity to ensure expectations are met in terms of quality. Lead complex technical investigations involving RF generators, matching networks, power delivery systems, PCBAs, and associated assemblies. Lead supplier root cause investigations using structured problem-solving methodologies such as 8D, 5-Why, Fishbone, FMEA, DOE, and SPC Perform technical analysis of RF failures occurring in manufacturing, qualification, and customer environments Conducting onsite/virtual POR (process of records) audits at supplier to review their manufacturing process & engage with suppliers to identify process improvements. Collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, Field, Reliability, Supply Chain, and Global SET teams. Influence decision making through data-driven analysis and effective communication Support NPI, qualification, change management, and supplier transfers Support Design Reviews (DR), Product Reviews (PR), and customer-facing technical discussions Perform Program/Project and Supplier Management roles with emphasis on problem-solving analysis and improvements in manufacturing and test processes. Preferred qualifications Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in electrical & Electronics, Electronics and Communication engineering Who we’re looking for Bachelor’s degree with minimum 8 years of relevant experience/Master’s with minimum 6 years of relevant experience 8+ years of experience in Semiconductor equipment system or equivalent and component level problem-solving including analog and digital circuits, computer control networks and interactions of hardware and software. Work experience in Multi-kilowatt High Power RF Environments from 100kHz to 100MHz. Strong understanding of RF Power Systems (RF Generators, Match Networks, RF Delivery Path) Understanding of Transmission Line theory, Impedance matching, RF measurements & calibration techniques. Strong background in Analog and Digital Electronics and PCBAs Electrical measurement equipment familiarity, including: DMM, LCR, Milli-ohm Meters, Network Analyzers, Hi-Pot/Ground Bond Testers, Function Generators, Oscilloscopes, TDR Meters, Spectrum Analyzers. Working knowledge of Statical Process Control, DOE, MSA, 5 Why, T/F tests, box plots, 8D, Ishikawa diagrams. Working knowledge of electrical & mfg standards (Semi S2, OSHA, ISO9000/14000, RoHS, UL, IEEE, MIL, IPC 610/620). Strong business communication and presentation skills Desirable Skills: Familiarity with electro-mechanical assembly, methods of part fabrication, assembly, test and quality assurance. Familiarity with PCB manufacturing, assembly, inspection, and IPC standards Experience in handling suppliers from remote location and maintain strong working relationships with suppliers and their products. Data analytics using Excel, Power BI, Minitab, JMP, or similar tools Critical and creative thinking, qualitative and quantitative analysis methods. 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. Job Segment: RF Engineer, Supply Chain, Electronics Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer, Quality Engineer, Engineering, Operations