Field Service Engineer, Semiconductor – Singapore

Internsg; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Nearfield Instruments is seeking a Field Service Engineer for Singapore to install, maintain, and upgrade our metrology systems at customer sites across Asia.

You will collaborate with customers, technical support teams, and headquarters to resolve issues, optimize performance, and ensure reliable operation in high-volume manufacturing environments. Travel to customer sites is required; a hands-on, proactive mindset is essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' semiconductor equipment experience.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Physics, Electronics, Mechatronics, or related technical field.
• Experience in the semiconductor industry or supporting semiconductor equipment.
• Experience with field service, equipment support, installations, maintenance, or process engineering.
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills.
• Affinity with software, controls, and automation.
• Ability to work independently in a customer-facing environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and hands-on approach.
• Willingness to travel and work in semiconductor fabs.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on Nearfield systems.
• Execute hardware and software upgrades.
• Troubleshoot technical issues and perform root-cause analysis.
• Collect and analyze diagnostic and logging data.
• Execute system testing and document service activities.
• Install and replace spare parts using approved procedures.
• Identify and propose improvements to product reliability and serviceability.
• Support system installations and customer escalations.
• Prepare tools, procedures, and equipment required for service activities.
• Manage and maintain service tools and spare parts inventory.
• Collaborate with headquarters support teams to resolve complex issues.
• Build strong relationships with customers and provide professional on-site support.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Customer-facing

Independent working

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Physics, Electronics, Mechatronics, or related field

Tools

Python

MATLAB

Job description

Nearfield Instruments is seeking a Field Service Engineer for Singapore to install, maintain, and upgrade our metrology systems at customer sites across Asia.

You will collaborate with customers, technical support teams, and headquarters to resolve issues, optimize performance, and ensure reliable operation in high-volume manufacturing environments. Travel to customer sites is required; a hands-on, proactive mindset is essential.