Applications Scientist, Semi

Rigaku; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health

Dental

Vision

STD

LTD

Life insurance

Flexible spending accounts

401(k) plan

Job summary

Rigaku is seeking an applications scientist/engineer to support x-ray metrology tools at the Sunnyvale Technology Center. You will collaborate with customers and Rigaku engineers to drive new capabilities and HW/SW improvements.

You will maintain tool health, develop training programs, and support sales with application notes and reports. Travel within the United States will be required as needed.

Qualifications

• PhD or MSc in Nano Science, Material Science, Physics, Chemistry, Solid State, or Engineering.
• Minimum of three years of work experience as an applications scientist/engineer in semiconductor metrology.
• Experience in thin film analytical techniques.
• Ability to communicate professionally in English; other languages a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support and manage x-ray metrology tools at Rigaku Technology Center in Sunnyvale, CA.
• Collaborate with customers and Rigaku engineers to drive HW/SW improvements.
• Maintain tool health with SPC monitors and maintenance schedules.
• Manage tool demonstrations for prospective customers.
• Develop training programs with Service and Applications teams.
• Assist Sales and Marketing with collateral and application notes.
• Write technical documentation and analytical reports for customers.
• Travel to train and support customers in the US as needed.

Skills

Excellent communication

Teamwork

Data analysis

Programming basics

Education

PhD or MSc in Nano Science / Material Science / Physics / Chemistry / Solid State / Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Python

Java

SQL

Job description

Join Rigaku in shaping a better world through new perspectives!

Responsibilities:

• Support and manage x-ray metrology tools located at the Rigaku Technology Center in Sunnyvale, CA. Analytical techniques include X-Ray Fluorescence (XRF), X-Ray Diffraction (XRD), X-Ray Reflectometry (XRR).
• Collaborate with existing customers and Rigaku factory engineers to drive new capabilities and HW and SW improvements.
• Maintain tool health by establishing SPC monitors and tool preventative maintenance schedule.
• Manage tool demonstrations for prospective customers.
• Work with Rigaku Service and Applications teams to develop internal and external training programs.
• Support Rigaku Sales and Marketing department by supplementing sales collateral and generating application notes.
• Write technical documentation, analytical reports, and presentations for customers and the Rigaku Semiconductor Metrology team.
• Travel to train and support customers in the United States, as needed.

Qualifications:

• Doctor of Philosophy/Master of Science in Nano Science, Material Science, Physics, Chemistry, Solid State, or Engineering.
• Minimum of three years of work experience as an applications scientist; or applications engineer in a semiconductor metrology tool manufacturer; or semiconductor process engineer in a semiconductor device manufacturer with thin film quality control/metrology experience.
• Experience in thin film analytical techniques.
• Ability to speak at an intermediate level in Japanese, Chinese, or Korean is a plus.
• Excellent communication skills. Must communicate professionally in verbal/written responses to emails and when submitting reports.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word required. Programming ability considered a plus - Python, Java, SQL and database, etc.
• Strong data analysis techniques and skills, including a working knowledge of statistics.

Must be able to meet minimum qualifications to apply.

Rigaku offers a rewarding work environment and excellent benefits. All applicants are kept in strict confidence.

Benefits package includes the following:

• Health
• Dental
• Vision
• STD
• LTD
• Life insurance
• section 125 flexible spending accounts
• 401(k) plan
• and more.

Rigaku is an EEO/AA employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.

Applicants must be able to prove they can legally work in the US.

Rigaku

To Improve Our World by Powering New Perspectives

Rigaku, a leader in analytical and industrial instrumentation since 1951, specializes in X-ray technologies, offering innovative solutions for diverse scientific and industrial applications globally.

Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing Manufacturing

Company size 1,001-5,000 employees

Company type Public company

Total funding 0

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