Kavita Meduri

About Kavita Meduri

I am a highly skilled engineer and program manager with expertise in semiconductor manufacturing, materials science, and cross-functional leadership. With a PhD in Mechanical Engineering and several years of industry experience at Intel, I’ve led complex process development projects, improved manufacturing yields, and driven collaboration across engineering teams to deliver results under tight deadlines.My background combines deep technical knowledge (process optimization, dry etch, materials characterization) with strong program management skills (roadmap execution, cross-team coordination, and data-driven decision making). I thrive in fast-paced environments where precision, innovation, and collaboration are key.I’m currently seeking opportunities where I can apply my technical expertise and program management experience to solve challenging engineering problems, lead teams effectively, and deliver high-impact results in semiconductor and advanced technology industries.

Experience

1. Sr Process Engineer, Dry Etch Technical Program Lead

   Intel

   Jan 2019 — Present · Hillsboro, OR, US

   Managed end-to-end program lifecycle for technology modules, coordinating across integration, yield, product engineering, and vendor teams.Led tool qualification and fleet improvement efforts, improving availability and cycle time.Directed documentation, SPC protocols, and training to scale knowledge and align cross-functional execution.Developed first-of-a-kind dry etch processes across advanced nodes (14nm → 3nm+), including Power Via and HAR BEOL etches.Delivered unique etch solutions for lithographic and physical limitations, supporting device performance improvements.Drove defect reduction and yield improvement initiatives in HVM environments.

Education

• Portland State University

  Master of Science (MS), Mechanical Engineering

  2014 — 2016

• Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University

  B.Tech, Chemical Engineering

  2007 — 2011

• Portland State University

  Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.), Mechanical Engineering

  2016 — 2019

Skills

• Project Engineering
• Autocad
• Process Engineering
• Matlab
• C++
• Abaqus
• Microsoft Word
• Research
• P&Id
• Mammalian Cell Culture
• Microscopy
• Chemical Engineering
• Cfd
• Engineering
• Transmission Electron Microscopy
• Simulations
• Excel
• Confocal Microscopy
• Modeling
• Simulation
• Ansys
• Solidworks
• C
• Programming
• Microsoft Office
• Scanning Electron Microscopy
• Writing
• Procurement
• Heat Transfer
• Word
• Aspen Plus
• English
• Thermodynamics
• Hazop
• Aspen Hysys
• Powerpoint
• Microsoft Excel