AutoTEM technician

Socket.dev; Hillsboro (OR); On-site; USD 63,000 - 89,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock bonuses

Health benefits

Vacation

Job summary

Intel in Hillsboro, Oregon, seeks an experienced TEM/ FIB prep technician to support advanced electron microscopy in its OR TEM Auto Prep team. You will prepare ultra-thin specimens and perform TEM analysis to aid process development, product qualification, and failure analysis, using dual-beam FIB systems and TEM imaging equipment.

You will contribute to lab operations, maintain records, and continuously upgrade your skills through hands-on training and collaboration with peers in a fast‑paced

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a technical field or an Associate's with significant lab/manufacturing experience.
• Proficiency with FIB systems and TEM imaging equipment is required.
• Experience with sample preparation techniques and lab protocols is expected.

Responsibilities

• Support engineering activities like fabrication, process integration, and failure analysis.
• Prepare samples or capture imaging using advanced FIB and TEM tools.
• Follow general instructions and resolve non-standard problems with judgment.
• Maintain records and reports for lab activities per protocols.
• Upgrade skills through hands-on training and collaboration with peers.
• Participate in lab sustaining efforts and tool maintenance.

Skills

FIB systems

TEM imaging

Sample preparation techniques

Lab tools proficiency

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Electronics Technology, Materials Science, or a comparable field

Associate's degree in a relevant technical field

Tools

Dual-beam FIB systems

TEM imaging equipment

Job description

Job Description

The Role and Impact In this role, you will work as part of our advanced electron microscopy lab, supporting Intel's technology development efforts. You will be responsible for preparing ultra-thin specimens and/or performing Transmission Electron Microscopy (TEM) analysis to assist with process development, product qualification, and failure analysis. Your expertise in utilizing advanced tools like dual-beam Focused Ion Beam (FIB) systems and TEM imaging will directly contribute to Intel's research and development activities, ensuring the quality and reliability of our cutting-edge innovations. Business Group Intel Foundry is dedicated to driving innovation and enabling manufacturing excellence. Within this organization, the OR TEM Auto Prep team focuses on delivering high-quality materials analysis to support Intel's broader technology development efforts. This group plays a pivotal role in ensuring the success of Intel's advanced product designs and manufacturing processes by leveraging expertise in lab operations to support critical research and development objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform technical functions to support engineering activities like fabrication, process integration, and failure analysis.
• Conduct detailed engineering tasks and technical procedures to prepare samples or capture imaging using advanced FIB and TEM tools.
• Complete work in alignment with general instructions and priorities while exercising judgment in resolving non-standard problems.
• Maintain necessary records and reports for lab activities and ensure adherence to established protocols.
• Continuously upgrade skills through hands-on training and collaboration with peers to stay current with evolving technologies and methodologies.
• Participate in lab sustaining efforts, ensuring the availability and maintenance of analytical tools and processes.
• Execute other related duties as required or directed.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a technical field such as Electrical, Mechanical, Electronics Technology, Materials Science, or a comparable field, with 0-3 years of hands-on lab or manufacturing experience.
• OR an Associate's degree in a relevant technical field with 6-8 years of lab or manufacturing experience.
• Proficiency in using advanced lab tools, such as dual-beam Focused Ion Beam (FIB) systems and TEM imaging equipment.
• Strong understanding of sample preparation techniques and lab protocols.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience working in a semiconductor manufacturing or analytical lab environment.
• Familiarity with laboratory-scale tools and pipetting techniques.
• Demonstrated ability to adapt to dynamic environments and work effectively in team settings.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.

Job Type

Experienced Hire

Shift

Shift 4 (United States of America)

Primary Location

US, Oregon, Hillsboro

Posting Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance.

Position of Trust

N/A

Benefits

We offer a total compensation package that ranks among the best in the industry. It consists of competitive pay, stock bonuses, and benefit programs which include health, retirement, and vacation. Find out more about the benefits of working at Intel.

Annual Salary Range for jobs which could be performed in the US: $63,090.00-89,060.00 USD (Hourly Role)

Work Model for this Role

This role will require an on-site presence. Job posting details (such as work model, location or time type) are subject to change.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Intel is committed to Responsible Business Alliance (RBA) compliance and ethical hiring practices. We do not charge any fees during our hiring process. Candidates should never be required to pay recruitment fees, medical examination fees, or any other charges as a condition of employment. If you are asked to pay any fees during our hiring process, please report this immediately to your recruiter.