Applications Scientist, Semi

Rigaku; United States; Remote; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision

Life insurance

401(k) plan

Flexible spending accounts

Job summary

Rigaku Semiconductor Metrology Division is seeking an X-ray Applications Scientist to support AXI tools in Oregon. You will lead tool deployment, perform on-site and remote customer support, and collaborate with service, sales, and product teams across US and Japan.

The role requires deep knowledge of X-ray imaging techniques, packaging inspection, and data analysis, with travel up to 20%. Excellent communication and documentation skills are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• Ph.D or MS in Materials Science, Physics, Chemistry, Solid State, or related engineering fields.
• Minimum of three years of work experience as an applications scientist or applications engineer in a semiconductor metrology tool manufacturer or as a process engineer in a semiconductor device manufacturer with thin film quality control/metrology experience.
• Independent, hands-on experience metrology equipment in the semiconductor industry.
• Strong understanding of fundamentals of X-ray physics, spectroscopy, diffraction and scattering.
• Strong understanding of semiconductor device manufacturing process, including advanced packaging.
• Excellent analytical thinking and problem-solving skills, e.g. root cause analysis, 5 Whys.
• Proficient in data analysis techniques and skills, including a working knowledge of statistics and statistical process control.
• Proficient in speaking, reading, and writing in English. Ability to speak at an intermediate level in Japanese, Chinese, Korean, or Hebrew is a plus.
• Basic programming or scripting skills; e.g., Python, Matlab, VBA.
• Ability to travel up to 20% with occasional international travel.

Responsibilities

• Lead and ensure successful alpha/beta tool deployment and early customer evaluations for Rigaku advanced X-ray imaging (AXI) tool.
• Work with customers to inspect advanced packaging in wafer, singulated components, or panel in a high-volume production environment.
• Serve as the primary customer point of contact and coordinate with Rigaku teams in US and Japan to define HW/SW improvements for AXI tools.
• Provide applications support for Rigaku semiconductor metrology tools utilizing a variety of X-ray analytical techniques.
• Assist customers remotely and on-site with recipe creation and optimization, tool operation and data analysis.
• Provide support to the Rigaku Service team for new tool installations and perform deep dive analysis to help troubleshoot tool issues.
• Provide support to the Rigaku Sales team to ensure customer satisfaction through all stages of the sales process.
• Write technical documentation and application notes, and create and maintain training material.
• Maintain positive, productive work relationships with customers and colleagues at all levels.
• Travel to customer sites located primarily within the United States, but with occasional international trips.

Skills

X-ray physics

Data analysis

Statistics & SPC

Python/ Matlab/ VBA

English fluency

Communication

Problem solving

Education

PhD/MS in Materials Science/Physics/Chemistry/related field

Tools

X-ray imaging

X-ray fluorescence

X-ray diffraction

X-ray reflectometry

Job description

Join Rigaku in shaping a better world through new perspectives!

Rigaku Semiconductor Metrology Division is seeking an X-ray Applications Scientist to support Rigaku’s advanced X-ray imaging metrology products in the Oregon area. This position will work closely with Rigaku Service, Sales, Marketing, and the product development teams, and requires up to 20% travel for on-site customer applications support and training.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and ensure successful alpha/beta tool deployment and early customer evaluations for Rigaku advanced X-ray imaging (AXI) tool.
• Work with customers to inspect advanced packaging in wafer, singulated components, or panel in a high-volume production environment.
• Serve as the primary customer point of contact and coordinate with Rigaku teams in US and Japan to define HW/SW improvements for AXI tools. Collaboratively define new application space for Rigaku AXI technology.
• Provide applications support for Rigaku semiconductor metrology tools utilizing a variety of X-ray analytical techniques, e.g. X-ray imaging, X-ray fluorescence, X-ray diffraction, and X-ray reflectometry.
• Assist customers remotely and on-site with recipe creation and optimization, tool operation and data analysis. Use expert technical knowledge of X-ray imaging techniques to drive solutions to challenging customer applications.
• Provide support to the Rigaku Service team for new tool installations and perform deep dive analysis to help troubleshoot tool issues as needed.
• Provide support to the Rigaku Sales team to ensure customer satisfaction through all stages of the sales process. Work to understand customer application requirements and objectives and act as technical lead for product demonstrations.
• Write technical documentation and application notes, and create and maintain training material. Clearly and effectively communicate highly technical subject matter to a variety of audiences.
• Maintain positive, productive work relationships with customers and colleagues at all levels.
• Travel to customer sites located primarily within the United States, but with occasional international trips.

Qualifications:

• Ph.D or M.S. in Material Science, Physics, Chemistry, Solid State, or related engineering fields.
• Minimum of three years of work experience as an applications scientist or applications engineer in a semiconductor metrology tool manufacturer or as a process engineer in a semiconductor device manufacturer with thin film quality control/metrology experience.
• Independent, hands-on experience metrology equipment in the semiconductor industry.
• Strong understanding of fundamentals of X-ray physics, spectroscopy, diffraction and scattering.
• Strong understanding of semiconductor device manufacturing process, including advanced packaging.
• Excellent analytical thinking and problem-solving skills, e.g. root cause analysis, 5 Whys.
• Proficient in data analysis techniques and skills, including a working knowledge of statistics and statistical process control.
• Proficient in speaking, reading, and writing in English. Ability to speak at an intermediate level in Japanese, Chinese, Korean, or Hebrew is a plus.
• Basic programming or scripting skills; e.g., Python, Matlab, VBA.
• Ability to travel up to 20% with occasional international travel.

Rigaku offers a rewarding work environment and excellent benefits. All applicants are kept in strict confidence. Benefits package including 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 legally authorized to work in the Unted States. Sponsorship is not available for this position.