Field Services Engineer

Optimus Search; Sachsen; Remote; EUR 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Optimus Search is seeking a Field Service Engineer to install, commission and maintain advanced semiconductor equipment at customer sites across Europe. You will travel from a home base and work with international engineering and support teams to deliver hands-on diagnostics and training.

The role requires 3+ years of field service experience with semiconductor or high-precision machinery, plus strong German and English communication skills.

Qualifications

• 3+ years' experience with semiconductor equipment or high-precision machinery.
• Experience in field service, commissioning or technical support.
• Knowledge of motion control, sensors, robotics or vacuum tech is beneficial.
• Strong analytical, hands-on problem solving.
• Good German and English communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Install, calibrate and commission semiconductor equipment at customer sites.
• Perform preventive maintenance and fault diagnosis on electromechanical systems.
• Troubleshoot electrical, mechanical and software issues.
• Support upgrades and performance optimization.
• Provide remote and on-site customer support.
• Prepare service reports and maintain documentation.
• Collaborate with international teams and ensure safety compliance.

Skills

Field service

Troubleshooting

Electrical systems

Mechanical systems

Customer support

Travel willingness

German language

English language

Education

Mechatronics

Electrical Engineering

Automation Engineering

Job description

Location: Germany – Field-Based / Home Office

Industry: Semiconductor Equipment | Precision Engineering | Advanced Manufacturing

The Opportunity

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Field Service Engineer to join an international technology company specialising in advanced semiconductor manufacturing and precision engineering equipment.

This is an excellent opportunity for a technically skilled engineer who enjoys hands‑on troubleshooting, working directly with customers and supporting sophisticated electromechanical systems in high‑tech production environments.

You will be responsible for installing, maintaining and optimising complex equipment used in semiconductor manufacturing and testing facilities across Europe.

Your Responsibilities

• Install, configure and commission advanced semiconductor manufacturing and test equipment at customer facilities.
• Perform preventive maintenance, fault diagnosis and corrective repairs on complex electromechanical systems.
• Troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, electronic and software-related equipment issues.
• Support system upgrades, modifications and performance optimisation.
• Conduct equipment inspections, functional testing and technical acceptance procedures.
• Provide remote technical assistance and on‑site support to customers.
• Investigate recurring technical issues and work with engineering teams to develop long‑term solutions.
• Deliver technical guidance and operational training to customer engineering teams.
• Prepare technical service reports and maintain accurate maintenance documentation.
• Collaborate with international engineering, applications and customer support teams.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and customer site procedures.

Your Background

• Qualification in Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Automation Engineering or a related discipline.
• Previous experience in field service, equipment maintenance, commissioning or technical support.
• Ideally 3+ years' experience working with semiconductor equipment, industrial automation or high-precision machinery.
• Strong understanding of mechanical, electrical and electronic systems.
• Experience diagnosing faults in complex automated equipment.
• Familiarity with motion control, sensors, robotics, vacuum technology or precision measurement systems would be advantageous.
• Exposure to semiconductor fabrication, inspection, testing or metrology equipment is highly desirable.
• Strong analytical skills and a practical, hands‑on approach to problem‑solving.
• Good German and English communication skills.
• Full driving licence and willingness to travel internationally.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to work with advanced semiconductor and precision engineering technologies.
• International customer projects and technically challenging assignments.
• Home-based working with travel to customer facilities.
• Professional technical training and development opportunities.
• Long-term career progression within a growing technology sector.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.

Interested?

If you're a Field Service Engineer, Service Technician, Commissioning Engineer or Mechatronics Engineer with experience in semiconductor equipment or complex industrial machinery, we'd be interested in speaking with you.