Application Engineer

Veeco; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 91,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision

401(k) with Company Match

Holiday, Vacation, and Sick Time

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Commuter Benefits

Life and Accident Insurance

Disability Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Identity Theft Remediation

Emergency Travel Assistance

Job summary

Veeco is seeking an Application Engineer in the San Jose area to translate customer process requirements into reliable operating methods. You will connect customers with Veeco engineering and manufacturing teams to improve tool performance and deployment in production environments.

You will build expertise across optical systems, semiconductor fabrication, and customer demonstrations, while shaping testing and feature introduction strategies for next-generation tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, materials science, physics, or a related technical field.
• 2+ years in applications engineering, semiconductor process engineering, semiconductor capital equipment, or a closely related technical role; an advanced degree may substitute for professional experience.
• Ability to travel up to 20% within the United States and internationally.

Responsibilities

• Own customer application programs from technical discovery through demonstration, process evaluation, and recommendation, with clear documentation of results and next steps.
• Develop, validate, and promote Best Known Methods that improve photolithography tool performance, process repeatability, and customer outcomes.
• Diagnose optical, process, and application issues by analyzing data, isolating contributing factors, and recommending practical corrective actions.
• Translate customer requirements and field observations into actionable input for engineering and manufacturing teams developing or qualifying new features.
• Plan and execute application tests that establish process windows, confirm feature readiness, and reduce risk during customer deployment.
• Deliver technical training and application guidance that enable customers and internal teams to operate tools effectively and apply recommended methods.
• Maintain current knowledge of photolithography, optical systems, semiconductor fabrication, and customer manufacturing requirements to guide application decisions.

Skills

Photolithography knowledge

Data analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Technical writing

Portfolio of customer interactions

Root cause analysis

Customer communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering, materials science, physics, or a related technical field

Job description

About Veeco

You probably don’t realize it, but what we do at Veeco touches the lives of every person, every day. It’s a bold statement, but it’s true. From the smartphones in our pockets that access the world’s collective knowledge, to the cloud-based services where all that information lives, to high-speed wireless communication and computing power needed to drive artificial intelligence, augmented and virtual reality, gaming and so much more, our technology is all around us.

About Veeco

You probably don’t realize it, but what we do at Veeco touches the lives of every person, every day. It’s a bold statement, but it’s true. From the smartphones in our pockets that access the world’s collective knowledge, to the cloud-based services where all that information lives, to high-speed wireless communication and computing power needed to drive artificial intelligence, augmented and virtual reality, gaming and so much more, our technology is all around us.

We design, develop, manufacture, and service highly complex, cutting‑edge machines used by our customers to create the essential devices that drive the digital age, connect the world, and improve the human experience. Along with the world’s leading technology companies, many of which are household names, we help solve their most difficult material science challenges, enabling technologies for a more connected, sustainable, and convenient world.

We’re looking for material difference-makers to join our growing team. Interested? Learn more at www.veeco.com/careers .

Overview

Semiconductor manufacturers need photolithography processes that deliver consistent imaging performance as devices and production requirements become more demanding. As an Application Engineer, you will turn customer process requirements into repeatable operating methods, resolve application challenges, and accelerate the introduction of new tool capabilities. Your work will connect customers with Veeco engineering and manufacturing teams, improving tool performance, application readiness, and successful deployment in production environments. You will build practical expertise across optical systems, semiconductor fabrication, customer demonstrations, process evaluation, and application development while shaping the methods customers use to achieve reliable results.

Responsibilities

• Own customer application programs from technical discovery through demonstration, process evaluation, and recommendation, with clear documentation of results and next steps.
• Develop, validate, and promote Best Known Methods that improve photolithography tool performance, process repeatability, and customer outcomes.
• Diagnose optical, process, and application issues by analyzing data, isolating contributing factors, and recommending practical corrective actions.
• Translate customer requirements and field observations into actionable input for engineering and manufacturing teams developing or qualifying new features.
• Plan and execute application tests that establish process windows, confirm feature readiness, and reduce risk during customer deployment.
• Deliver technical training and application guidance that enable customers and internal teams to operate tools effectively and apply recommended methods.
• Maintain current knowledge of photolithography, optical systems, semiconductor fabrication, and customer manufacturing requirements to guide application decisions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, materials science, physics, or a related technical field.
• 2 (Two) or more years of experience in applications engineering, semiconductor process engineering, semiconductor capital equipment, or a closely related technical role; an advanced degree may substitute for professional experience.
• Ability to travel up to 20% within the United States and internationally.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Knowledge of photolithography imaging, process variables, and the relationship between optical performance and semiconductor manufacturing results.
• Experience working with photolithography processes, optical systems, or semiconductor fabrication and manufacturing processes.
• Ability to structure technical investigations, interpret experimental data, identify root causes, and convert findings into repeatable operating methods.
• Skill in explaining complex process and equipment behavior through clear written reports, presentations, and customer discussions.
• Ability to translate customer requirements into test plans, technical recommendations, and prioritized input for product teams.
• Experience building productive customer relationships while setting clear expectations, documenting decisions, and following through on commitments.
• Ability to coordinate effectively across customer, engineering, manufacturing, service, and training teams without direct authority.
• Interest in expanding technical depth and customer leadership through progressively more complex application programs and new-feature introductions.

Salary And Benefits

The expected salary range for this position is $90,964.00- $115,220.00, plus a bonus opportunity. We will consider your location, experience, and other job-related factors when determining your pay.

Other Benefits Include

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Holiday, Vacation, and Sick Time
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Commuter Benefits
• Life and Accident Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Identity Theft Remediation
• Emergency Travel Assistance

Veeco is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected characteristics. Veeco is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.