Field Service Engineer (Kulim based-Singapore based)

Lam Research; Kulim; On-site; MYR 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Lam Research Malaysia is seeking a Field Service Engineer based in Penang to provide quality repair and preventive maintenance on Lam etch, clean, and deposition equipment at customer sites. You will handle installation, relocation, start-up, and timely troubleshooting to keep customers productive.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in Electronics or Engineering, 2+ years experience, strong communication, willingness to travel up to 90% domestically and internationally, and flexibility for

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electronics or related field; 2+ years experience.
• Willing to travel domestically and internationally; overseas assignment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; able to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Install and relocate equipment at customer sites and perform start-up.
• Provide on-site preventive maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Coordinate service actions with customers to minimize downtime.
• Prepare logs, service records, and diagnostics updates.
• Represent the company professionally during field assignments.
• Travel frequently (90%) to regions as required.

Skills

Customer engagement

Troubleshooting

Electrical schematics

Field service

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electronics or Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

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This position will be based in Penang supporting our global customer. He/She will be responsible for providing quality repair and carrying out preventive maintenance service of Lam etch / clean / deposition equipment at customer sites. Other activities include installation, relocation of customer equipment, performing associated start-up, and troubleshooting activities.

What you’ll do

• Install and/or relocate equipment at customers’ sites. Conduct associated start-up, cut over and check-out activities on the newly installed systems
• Provide warranty tool support or paid service for out-of-warranty tool by performing on-site preventive maintenance of equipment and attending to equipment abnormalities. Coordinate all service actions with customer to minimize downtime or system interruptions
• Apply troubleshooting techniques to eliminate equipment malfunctions. Conduct diagnostic procedures to isolate problem. Assess severity of malfunctions and determine corrective actions required or escape for assistance and prompt resolution. When necessary, replace defective units, components, or parts where appropriate
• Implement field modifications or updates as released in Engineering Change Orders (ECOs) which may involve removal and installation of assemblies, sub-assemblies, systems, and subsystems
• Carry out Tier 2 process qualification work
• Prepare and maintain accurate logs, service records, part usage documentation, diagnostic updates, and other management reports
• Professionally represent the company to the customer. Utilize knowledge of company’s product lines and services to keep existing / potential customers informed when new/additional needs are identified
• Develop good customer relations during installation and execution of service contracts
• Maintain company’s assigned equipment (computer, tool kit, diagnostic test equipment, spare parts, etc.) in good working condition, and ensure it is secure and accounted for
• Take on ad-hoc duties as and when assigned by the Immediate Supervisor

Who we’re looking for

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electronics, Engineering, or related field with 2+ years of experience; or an advanced degree without experience; or equivalent work experience.
• This is a graduate eligible role.
• Self-starter who can work independently and has a deep desire to learn and grow with the Company
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Able to actively engage customers on technical solutions
• Willing to support short term, overseas assignment
• Able to work swing shift (Tues – Sat and/or Wed – Sun)
• Proficiency in interpreting electrical and mechanical schematics, diagrams, and operation manuals.
• Able to work in a clean room environment while wearing personal protective safety equipment, or cleanroom suit.
• Frequently position oneself (e.g., bend, stoop, reach, walk, sit, twist, squat, kneel, climb, stand) to perform job tasks for extended periods.
• Able to travel frequently, domestically and internationally, based on customer needs, flexibility to work a variety shifts including compressed and alternative workweeks including overtime and on-call if needed.
• Able to travel frequently (90% travelling to regions like Japan / Korea / Taiwan / US), domestically and internationally, based on customer needs, flexibility to work a variety shifts including compressed and alternative workweeks including overtime and on-call if needed.
• Able to perform rostered 24/7 on call standby duty for a week

Preferred qualifications:

• Proficiency in basic computer skills and familiarity with common office software including Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience in installation, maintenance, repair and troubleshooting of semiconductor capital equipment is a plus.
• Communication skills, both written and verbal, in English.
• Foundational analytical and problem-solving skills.