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Minghang Li

Fremont,CA

Summary

PhD-trained engineering leader with 12+ years of experience in semiconductor processes, photonic materials, and optical device development. Proven success driving lasers and advanced photonic components from feasibility through qualification and into volume production. Skilled in defining specifications, leading cross-functional productization and managing supplier engagement for manufacturability, process stability, and yield improvement. Strong background in metrology, failure analysis, epi and thin-film processes, and reliability testing. Expert in data analytics (Python, MATLAB, JMP) and known for clear communication, structured execution, and effective leadership in fast-paced, collaborative environments.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
2
2
Languages

Work History

Sabbatical

Focused on Personal Develop
12.2024 - Current

Focused on personal development, family responsibilities, and project-based learning, including self-directed study of emerging semiconductor technologies. Returned refreshed and ready to contribute with renewed clarity and energy.

PRINCIPAL ENGINEER V

Applied Materials
05.2022 - 11.2024

• Led a cross-functional team to develop a data automation algorithm that cut nitridation product delivery time by 50 percent and improved decision quality through a structured decision matrix
• Directed integration engineering work for new test vehicles, driving design and validation to optimize device performance for the N+3 node 3D NAND program
• Partnered with multiple business units as a strategic leader to advance 3D channel mobility solutions, generating new market opportunities and shaping high-level business decisions

LEAD EPITAXIAL ENGINEER

II-VI Incorporated
07.2017 - 04.2022

• Led sustaining and troubleshooting for VCSEL epitaxial modules, ensuring stable production, resolving technical issues, and improving manufacturing efficiency
• Applied SQL, JSL, and JMP to drive data-based decisions, analyze station and inline defects, perform root cause analysis, and implement process improvements that boosted operational performance
• Collaborated with equipment vendors to qualify metrology tools, delivering on-time characterization readiness, meeting traceability standards, and supporting operational needs

INTEGRATION PROCESS ENGINEER

QMAT Inc
09.2014 - 06.2017

• Designed and implemented wafer-level integration processes for GaN on sapphire transfer, achieving meaningful yield improvements
• Developed and optimized recipes to validate epitaxy process integrity
• Established and qualified metrology tools, recipes, and methodologies that strengthened process yield and reliability

FIELD PROCESS ENGINEER

Aixtron Inc
11.2011 - 08.2014

• Conducted international customer site visits to demonstrate processes, support on-time final acceptance, and contribute to strong customer satisfaction and successful product deployment
• Utilized expertise with Thomas Swan 3X2 and 6X2 reactors to optimize epitaxial GaN growth and refine process recipes, improving efficiency and reliability

Education

PhD - Material Science and Engineering

University of North Texas

Bachelor - Optical Engineering

XIDIAN University

Skills

Semiconductor processing: ALD, MOCVD, ICP plasma, thermal evaporation, sputtering, RTP, Annealing, Wet and dry etching

Characterization: SIMS SEM EDX TEM FTIR XPS AFM Ellipsometry CV

Root cause Analysis

Certification

Designing and Building AI products and Services- MIT

Interests

Marathon running and endurance training


Timeline

Sabbatical

Focused on Personal Develop
12.2024 - Current

PRINCIPAL ENGINEER V

Applied Materials
05.2022 - 11.2024

LEAD EPITAXIAL ENGINEER

II-VI Incorporated
07.2017 - 04.2022

INTEGRATION PROCESS ENGINEER

QMAT Inc
09.2014 - 06.2017

FIELD PROCESS ENGINEER

Aixtron Inc
11.2011 - 08.2014

Bachelor - Optical Engineering

XIDIAN University

PhD - Material Science and Engineering

University of North Texas
Minghang Li