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# Graphene Process Development & Innovation Engineer (f/m/d) at Black Semiconductor GmbH

- **Company:** Black Semiconductor GmbH
- **Location:** Aachen, Germany
- **Employment:** full-time
- **Work type:** onsite
- **Posted:** 2026-09-28
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-11-02
- **Apply:** https://jobs.ashbyhq.com/blacksemiconductor/ac9b4bd0-b08e-4696-b6c2-2be2d009a293

## Job description

## About us

We see the semiconductor industry as a realm of possibility. We see opportunity. We see the profound impact that our graphene solutions will have in transforming the industry. We invite you to join us in driving change with our fundamentally human-centered approach, uniting bright minds around a shared vision. The vision is: Prove to everybody that you can make a fundamental change. Prove with your knowledge and skills how things can be done differently. Together, we can change the paradigm of how the world connects

## About our technology

The semiconductor industry’s growing demand for more powerful chips with higher bandwidth and lower power finds its solution in our technology. We connect chips to high-throughput, low-delay computing networks. The key lies in harnessing the physical properties of graphene to combine electronic computing with photonic communication, allowing countless chips to interact almost as if they were one. Our graphene photonic innovation increases computing power and efficiency to a new order of magnitude

In short, we connect chips to create powerful and energy-efficient networks, overcoming connectivity limitations in the semiconductor industry. We deliver the graphene solution

## The Role

We are seeking an experienced Graphene Process Development & Innovation Engineer at Black Semiconductor to lead the development, integration, optimization, and manufacturing implementation of graphene transfer, lamination, patterning, and related wet processes for next-generation IGP™ devices. This role combines graphene process development, equipment integration, wafer handling/lamination, wet processing, and manufacturing engineering. You will work across the technology lifecycle, from R&D and process development through equipment qualification, fab startup, production ramp-up, and sustained manufacturing. You will work closely with Process Integration, Device, Equipment, Facilities, Metrology, Manufacturing, R&D, and external technology partners to develop reliable, scalable, and manufacturable graphene solutions. To join our team, you should be excited to Graphene Process Development

- Lead the development and optimization of graphene transfer, lamination, handling, patterning, and related wet processes for IGP™ applications.
- Develop scalable graphene process flows from R&D through qualification and manufacturing ramp-up.
- Develop and optimize wet processes, including cleaning, surface preparation, chemical treatment, resist processing, graphene patterning, and post-process cleaning.
- Establish process windows to achieve the required graphene quality, adhesion, uniformity, cleanliness, pattern fidelity, and device performance.
- Evaluate and qualify new materials, chemicals, tapes, carriers, processes, and technologies for graphene integration.
- Drive process innovation and solve complex graphene integration and manufacturing challenges.

Equipment Development & Integration

- Lead the development and integration of graphene transfer, lamination, wafer mounting, tape application, wafer handling, and wet-process equipment.
- Define equipment requirements, specifications, process capabilities, and automation requirements.
- Support equipment selection, design/modification, installation, commissioning, FAT/SAT, qualification, and production release.
- Work with equipment suppliers and OEMs to develop and modify equipment for Black Semiconductor’s graphene processes.
- Optimize equipment configuration, recipes, wafer handling, vacuum, motion, tension control, and automation.
- Troubleshoot process and equipment issues and lead root-cause analysis and corrective actions.

Manufacturing & Continuous Improvement

- Drive DOE, process characterization, data analysis, SPC, and process monitoring to improve yield, quality, reliability, and productivity.
- Establish and maintain PORs, process specifications, equipment specifications, recipes, process windows, and control plans.
- Analyze metrology and inspection data to identify process trends, defects, and improvement opportunities.
- Support fab startup, process/equipment qualification, production readiness, yield improvement, throughput, cycle-time improvement, and production ramp-up.
- Develop manufacturing procedures, work instructions, troubleshooting guides, and qualification documentation.
- Lead continuous improvement activities focused on yield, quality, throughput, equipment reliability, safety, and cost of ownership.

Collaboration & Technology Transfer

- Collaborate with Process Integration, Device, Equipment, Facilities, Metrology, Manufacturing, Quality, and R&D teams to solve technical challenges.
- Work with chemical, material, equipment, and technology suppliers to evaluate and qualify new solutions.
- Lead technical discussions with external partners, universities, research institutes, and equipment suppliers.
- Transfer process knowledge from R&D into manufacturing in a controlled and scalable manner.
- Support technician and engineer training for graphene processes and equipment.

## Your Qualifications

- Master's or Ph.D. degree in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Physics, Semiconductor Engineering, or a related field; equivalent experience may be considered.
- 3+ years of semiconductor, advanced materials, advanced packaging, wafer processing, or related manufacturing experience.
- Strong experience in one or more of the following areas:
- Graphene or 2D-material processing and integration
- Graphene transfer and handling
- Wafer lamination, mounting, or tape application
- Thin-wafer handling
- Wet and chemical processing
- Advanced packaging or wafer-level manufacturing
- Semiconductor equipment development and integration

Our work culture People Over Processes. At Black Semiconductor, flexibility is key—we ensure work adapts to life, not the other way around. We champion work-life harmony, where careers are meaningful and enriching. Our processes are human-centric, allowing you to focus on what matters Let’s grow together. Your potential is our priority. We provide the autonomy to make a lasting impact and nurture your growth through a culture of continuous learning. We invest in your journey for professional and personal development Your Health and Future Matter. Your well-being is paramount. We offer a comprehensive benefits package with outstanding insurance, pension and virtual stock options for your mental, physical, and financial health. Your peace of mind is our priority - in the present and future We Live Openness. Collaboration and inclusivity are the cornerstones of our culture. We practice openness, fostering trust and respect. Individuality is our collective strength, fueling innovation and driving us forward We connect chips – and people. We encourage qualified individuals from any background to apply. We foster an inclusive and supportive work environment that values collaboration, innovation, and growth. Join our team and be part of an organization dedicated to making a difference in the industry

If your application results in an employment relationship, your Applicant Data will be transferred to our personnel records and processed in accordance with applicable legal requirements; otherwise, your Applicant Data will be retained for up to six (6) months after completion of the recruitment process. [Read more about our privacy policy here.](https://www.blacksemi.com/privacy-policy)

## About Black Semiconductor GmbH

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: Black Semiconductor integrates graphene photonics directly onto electronic chips to enable ultra-fast, energy-efficient data transfer between chips.
- **Entity Type**: Private (Startup) – raised ~€25.7M in private investment plus €228.7M in public grants (IPCEI); total funding reported as ~$282M (LinkedIn).
- **Headquarters**: Aachen, Germany
- **Founded**: 2020
- **Founders**: Dr. Daniel Schall and Sebastian Schall

## Core Business
- **Primary industry**: Semiconductor manufacturing, integrated photonics, graphene-based chip connectivity.
- **Target customers**: B2B – data centers, chip designers, high-performance computing, telecom infrastructure.
- **Mission**: “Inspiring the world to rethink computing” by solving bandwidth and power limitations with graphene optical interconnects.

## Products & Services
- **Integrated Graphene Photonics Platform**: Combines photonics and electronics on one wafer using graphene for high-speed, low-power chip-to-chip communication.
- **FabONE Pilot Line**: World’s first production facility dedicated to graphene photonics (15,000 m² fabrication space, 2,000 m² office) – 300mm wafer pilot production under construction.
- **Applied Nanolayers Acquisition (Mar 2025)**: Brought in-house volume graphene production on 200mm wafers (Netherlands) to accelerate the roadmap.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation / Market Cap**: Not publicly disclosed.
- **Key Metrics**: Total funding ~$282 M (LinkedIn); €228.7M grant (IPCEI, 2025); 99 employees (+106.2% YoY); 25 active job postings.
- **Notable Investors & Partners**: Vsquared, Cambium, Intel Ignite, RWTH Aachen University.
- **Growth Signals**: SPARK Award 2025 winner; acquired leading graphene specialist Applied Nanolayers; construction of FabONE pilot line; fast headcount growth and international presence (11 countries).

## Competitive Advantages
- **Graphene-based BEOL integration** – only material with the temperature budget, devices, and compatibility to allow back-end-of-line photonics integration.
- **CMOS-compatible processing** – seamlessly fits into existing chip production, enabling scalability.
- **Lower power, higher bandwidth** – replaces copper with optical waveguides, reducing latency and energy use.
- **First-mover facility** – FabONE is the world’s first production fab for graphene photonics.

## Strategic Focus
- **Scale pilot line**: Complete FabONE construction and move from 200mm to 300mm wafer pilot production.
- **Secure next funding phase**: €25.7M private + €228.7M grant is drawn; next round underway.
- **Commercialization**: Move from R&D to customer-ready chip connectivity solutions, targeting data center and HPC markets.

## Why Work Here
- **Culture**: “Rethinking technology requires rethinking corporate standards” – minimal bureaucracy, maximum automation with in-house software tools.
- **Growth**: High-growth startup (106% headcount growth YoY); employees can have outsized impact.
- **Benefits**: Comprehensive insurance (life, incapacity, accident), pension scheme, supplementary healthcare budget, learning & development budget, Rosetta Stone language courses, weekly yoga, monthly vouchers, discount partners.
- **Work Model**: Human-centered – team chooses when, where, and how they work (hybrid/flexible).
- **Team**: 32% technical roles; international team across Germany, Netherlands, US, Finland, etc. Strong ties to RWTH Aachen.
- **Career**: Active hiring (25 open roles) across engineering (lithography, CMP, cleaning), facilities, IT security, finance, and executive support.

## Sources
1. [blacksemi.com](https://www.blacksemi.com/) – Overview, technology, funding milestones
2. [blacksemi.com/about-us](https://www.blacksemi.com/about-us) – Founders, history, Applied Nanolayers acquisition
3. [blacksemi.com/career](https://www.blacksemi.com/career) – Culture, benefits, values
4. [linkedin.com/company/black-semiconductor](https://www.linkedin.com/company/black-semiconductor/) – Employee count, funding, headcount growth, job postings
5. [jobs.ashbyhq.com/blacksemiconductor](https://jobs.ashbyhq.com/blacksemiconductor) – Open positions list

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