General information
Organisation
The French Alternative Energies and Atomic Energy Commission (CEA) is a key player in research, development and innovation in four main areas :
• defence and security,
• nuclear energy (fission and fusion),
• technological research for industry,
• fundamental research in the physical sciences and life sciences.
Drawing on its widely acknowledged expertise, and thanks to its 16000 technicians, engineers, researchers and staff, the CEA actively participates in collaborative projects with a large number of academic and industrial partners.
The CEA is established in ten centers spread throughout France
Reference
2025-35941
Division description
LETI has a Silicon platform that brings together all operational resources—including cleanroom facilities, equipment, and processes—with the mission of ensuring the technological fabrication of devices designed either internally or by external clients, in the field of micro- and nanotechnologies.
Description de l'unité
In this context, the Patterning Service of the Technological Platforms Department must maintain a high level of technical expertise and know-how, while continuously adapting and providing technical solutions to both internal and external requests. The Etching/Stripping Laboratory develops plasma etching, stripping, and post-etch cleaning processes to meet the needs of 300mm technologies on the Silicon platform.
To support its activities, the Etching/Stripping Laboratory is looking to strengthen its R&D team with a new colleague who already has experience in plasma etching for micro- and nanotechnology applications.
Position description
Category
Mathematics, information, scientific, software
Contract
Fixed-term contract
Job title
Plasma Etching Process Development Engineer – Fixed-Term Contract (M/F)
Socio-professional category
Executive
Contract duration (months)
24 months
Job description
Join Us – For What Purpose?
We invite you to join our team to strengthen your expertise in plasma etching process development on the CEA-Leti pilot line.
Your main responsibilities will include:
- Conducting R&D activities focused on developing environmentally responsible etching processes for advanced non-volatile memory technologies on 300 mm substrates.
- Carrying out scientific studies to improve process understanding, working in close collaboration with Leti teams (integration, materials, lithography, and physico-chemical characterization).
- Contributing to process maturity and performing etching steps
- to supply wafers to various technology platforms.
Reporting the results of your work to stakeholders, including management, project leaders, and project partners. - Ensuring technological watch in the field and promoting your work through eco-innovation initiatives.
Applicant Profile
You have a background in chemistry, microelectronics, or materials science, ideally complemented by a PhD.
You also have initial experience (postdoctoral position, first job, or beyond) in the development of etching processes for micro- and nanotechnology applications.
Experience and awareness of environmental challenges would be an asset.
You are familiar with:
- Working in a cleanroom environment with industrial equipment
- Plasma etching processes
- Common material characterization techniques (ellipsometry, SEM, AFM, XPS, etc.)
In line with CEA’s commitment to the inclusion of people with disabilities, this position is open to everyone. CEA offers accommodations and/or flexible working arrangements—join us!
Still hesitant? Here’s what we offer:
- A cutting-edge research ecosystem, unique in its kind and dedicated to high-impact societal challenges
- A strong work-life balance (28 days of annual leave, 24 RTT days, telework agreement)
- CEA is ranked #2 in the Top 10 Most Family-Friendly
- Employers in France, with a FamilyScore of 95/100!
- Training opportunities to enhance or develop new skills
- Access to internal and external conferences
- A competitive salary based on your experience and background 85% coverage of public transport costs in the Grenoble area
- An active works council offering a wide range of leisure and extracurricular activities
A strong diversity and inclusion policy
Fun fact: CEA is the leading patent applicant among research organizations in Europe, and the second-highest in France overall.
Position location
Site
Grenoble
Job location
France, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, Isère (38)
Location
GRENOBLE
Candidate criteria
Languages
English (Fluent)
Requester
Position start date
02/06/2025
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