Applications Engineer

INFICON; New York (NY); Remote; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit-sharing bonus (10%)

401K match (up to 8%)

Relocation package

Job summary

INFICON is seeking a qualified engineer to deploy and support FabGuard FDC software from a home office. You will collaborate with tool owners to decide which data to trace, assist customers, and help troubleshoot advanced analysis techniques.

The role emphasizes strong communication, problem solving, and travel up to 30% to support installations and on-site training across semiconductor fabs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, Computer Science, or a related scientific field.
• 3+ years in semiconductor industry with knowledge of lithography, PVD, CVD, Etch, and CMP.
• Experience in Fault Detection and Classification (FDC) and FabGuard is a plus.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Willingness to travel up to 30%.

Responsibilities

• Deploy and support FabGuard software.
• Partner with tool owners to determine which tool data, sensor data, and wafer logistics data to trace in FabGuard, and when to trace those variables.
• Provide technical assistance for internal and external customers.
• Provide written and oral feedback to the customer on applications work including process troubleshooting, FDC development, and advanced analysis techniques.
• Provide onsite training on INFICON products including FabGuard FDC software, INFICON hardware usage and basic troubleshooting.
• Provide installation support of INFICON software and hardware as needed.

Skills

Strong communication

Analytical thinking

Willingness to travel

Highly organized

Proficient computer skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Physics/Chemistry/CS

Job description

INFICON is a leading provider of innovative instrumentation, critical sensor technologies, and Smart Manufacturing/Industry 4.0 software solutions that enhance productivity and quality of tools, processes, and complete factories. These analysis, measurement and control products are essential for gas leak detection in air conditioning/refrigeration and automotive manufacturing. They are vital to equipment manufacturers and end-users in the complex fabrication of semiconductors and thin film coatings for optics, flat panel displays, solar cells and industrial vacuum coating applications. Other users of our vacuum-based processes include the life sciences, research, aerospace, packaging, heat treatment, laser cutting and many other industrial processes. We also leverage our expertise in vacuum technology to provide unique, toxic chemical analysis products for emergency response, security, and environmental health and safety.

Deploy and support INFICON semiconductor products, with a focus on our fault detection and classification (FDC) software called FabGuard. At times it will also be necessary to support our broad range of sensors. The candidate will operate out of their home office.

Solid professional knowledge; able to work independently in routine areas.
Selects from alternatives; solves routine and emerging problems.
Owns outcomes in a defined area.

Major Responsibilities:

• Deploy and support FabGuard software

• Partner with tool owners to determine which tool data, sensor data, and wafer logistics data to trace in FabGuard, and when it is appropriate to trace those variables

• Provide technical assistance for internal and external customers

• Provide written and oral feedback to the customer on applications work including process troubleshooting, FDC development, and advanced analysis techniques

• Provide onsite training on INFICON products including FabGuard FDC software, INFICON hardware usage and basic troubleshooting

• Provide installation support of INFICON software and hardware as needed

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, Computer Science, or a related scientific field
• 3+ years of semiconductor industry experience with strong knowledge of semiconductor manufacturing and OEM equipment, including lithography, PVD, CVD, Etch, and CMP
• Experience in Fault Detection and Classification (FDC), computer networking, and factory automation and/or FabGuard products is a plus
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Adaptable and able to build strong relationships with internal teams and external clients
• Proven analytical and critical thinking skills for solving complex problems
• Highly organized with proficient computer skills
• Willingness to travel up to 30%, with additional travel opportunities available

The expected salary range for this position is between$100,000 and $150,000 per year. The actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law. In addition, INFICON employees are eligible for a profit-sharing bonus with a target of 10% as well as 401K match up to 8% (vesting schedule). A relocation package may be available for qualified candidates.

INFICON provides a dynamic work environment that promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion. Our employees experience ongoing green initiatives, flexible work hours, and a variety of health and wellness programs.

INFICON’s forward-thinking approach offers countless opportunities to design, support, and manufacture a diverse product portfolio that expands globally. Our Lean and Agile work environment offers competitive compensation, relocation assistance, a discretionary bonus, and generous employee benefits; major medical, dental, health, vision, 401K, vacation and sick time, tuition reimbursement, and more!

INFICON is committed to ensuring that our online application process provides an equal opportunity to all job seekers that apply without regard to race, religion, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship, gender, age, protected veteran status, disability status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic. A notice describing Federal equal employment opportunity laws is available here to reaffirm this commitment. Any contact that would like to request a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application process should [e-mail].

INFICON, Inc. strictly complies with all aspects of the Export Administration Regulations ('EAR'), including those sections dealing with deemed exports to foreign nationals.