Field Services Engineer

Optimus Search; Reading; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Optimus Search is seeking experienced Field Service Engineers specializing in Ion Implantation equipment for a major semiconductor installation and service programme in the UK.

The project will involve installation, commissioning and ongoing support of complex ion implantation systems with multiple tools deployed across the programme. We are especially interested in engineers who have worked for semiconductor equipment manufacturers supporting ion implant/ion beam systems.

Qualifications

• Experienced Field Service Engineers with Ion Implantation equipment experience.
• Prior work for semiconductor equipment manufacturers supporting ion implant/ion beam systems is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Installation and commissioning of complex ion implantation equipment
• Tool start-up, qualification and production ramp
• Preventive and corrective maintenance
• Troubleshooting equipment failures and minimising downtime
• Diagnostics across electrical, electronic and mechanical systems
• Working with high-vacuum systems, pumps, beam technology and process equipment
• Root-cause analysis and calibration
• Hardware and software upgrades
• Liaising with semiconductor fab engineering teams
• Technical escalation and documentation
• Onsite support throughout installation and production phases

Skills

Ion implantation experience

Field service experience

Tools

High-vacuum systems

Ion beam systems

Job description

Long-term Project Throughout 2027

Optimus Search is looking for experienced Field Service Engineers specialising in Ion Implantation equipment for a major semiconductor equipment installation and service programme in the UK.

The project will involve the installation, commissioning and ongoing support of complex ion implantation systems, with multiple tools being deployed throughout the programme.

We are particularly interested in engineers who have previously worked for semiconductor equipment manufacturers supporting ion implant / ion beam systems.

Responsibilities

• Installation and commissioning of complex ion implantation equipment
• Tool start-up, qualification and production ramp
• Preventive and corrective maintenance
• Troubleshooting equipment failures and minimising downtime
• Diagnostics across complex electrical, electronic and mechanical systems
• Working with high-vacuum systems, pumps, beam technology and process equipment
• Fault finding and root-cause analysis
• Equipment calibration and performance optimisation
• Hardware and software upgrades
• Working directly with semiconductor fab engineering teams
• Technical escalation and documentation
• Onsite support throughout installation and production phases