CD-SEM Metrology Engineering Technician (Weekend Shift)

Applied Materials, Inc.; Gloucester (MA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Domestic relocation

Stock option program

Bonus potential

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Applied Materials, a global leader in materials engineering solutions, is seeking a CD-SEM Metrology Engineering Technician for a weekend shift in Gloucester, MA. You will perform wafer and device characterization using CD-SEM Verity and support tool development, customer demonstrations, and applications engineering.

The role requires hands-on SEM/CD-SEM experience, a STEM degree, and strong analytical skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years hands-on SEM/CD-SEM experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in STEM preferred (Materials Science, Chemistry, Physics, Semiconductor Engineering).

Responsibilities

• Characterize wafers and devices using CD-SEM Verity platform.
• Develop imaging acquisition recipes and optimized algorithms for CD, CDU, LER, LWR measurements.
• Generate SPC reports and tool health metrics.

Skills

SEM/CD-SEM

Analytical

Data analysis

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in STEM

Tools

CD-SEM Verity

Office Suite

Job description

Who We Are

Applied Materials is a global leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. We design, build and service cutting-edge equipment that helps our customers manufacture display and semiconductor chips – the brains of devices we use every day. As the foundation of the global electronics industry, Applied enables the exciting technologies that literally connect our world – like AI and IoT. If you want to push the boundaries of materials science and engineering to create next generation technology, join us to deliver material innovation that changes the world.

What We Offer

Salary: $29.00 - $39.60

Location: Gloucester,MA

You’ll benefit from a supportive work culture that encourages you to learn, develop, and grow your career as you take on challenges and drive innovative solutions for our customers. We empower our team to push the boundaries of what is possible—while learning every day in a supportive leading global company. Visit our Careers website to learn more.

At Applied Materials, we care about the health and wellbeing of our employees. We’re committed to providing programs and support that encourage personal and professional growth and care for you at work, at home, or wherever you may go. Learn more about our benefits.

CD-SEM Metrology Engineering Technician (Weekend Shift)

Job Responsibilities

Your responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

• Perform wafer and device characterization using the CD-SEM Verity platform in support of Applied Materials applications development, field escalations, customer demonstrations, and tool development. Sample types include both FEOL and BEOL structures.

• Develop imaging acquisition recipes and optimized algorithms to provide accurate CD, CDU, LER, and LWR measurements, under the guidance of senior process engineers.
• Report results to internal and external customers through written reports and oral presentations.
• Maintain and troubleshoot equipment to ensure high performance and >90% uptime under the guidance of senior engineering technicians. Track and schedule preventive maintenance with the internal team.
• Thoroughly document all maintenance and repairs performed in an established logbook and tracking program.
• Generate statistical process control reports and/or tool health monitoring metrics to track tool performance as recommended by the metrology manufacturer.
• Support operating other metrology equipment in a lab environment for implanter characterization, as time permits.
• Perform basic operations of Microsoft Outlook and Office software.
• This position is 100% on-site and follows a compressed weekend shift: 10 hours per day, 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM, Friday through Monday.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of hands-on SEM or CD-SEM experience, including basic troubleshooting and repair tools.
• Preferred is a bachelor’s degree in STEM, with a preference for Materials Science, Chemistry, Physics, Semiconductor Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• Knowledge of vacuum science, semiconductor process modules, characterization techniques, and semiconductor fabrication is preferred.
• Ability to work alone in a small highly dynamic team, in an agile environment while interfacing with multiple functional areas.
• Demonstrated strong attention to details, analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze large amounts of data and report results in a timely manner.
• Strong written, verbal, and listening communication skills, with a customer-support mindset and sense of urgency.
• Ability to sit or stand inside a cleanroom for short periods while fully gowned.
  

Functional Knowledge

Has developed proficiency in a range of analytical processes and troubleshooting procedures to carry out assigned tasks.

Business Expertise

Has a good understanding of how the team integrated with others to achieve objectives.

Relocation Package

Domestic Full Relocation

This is a Friday, Saturday, Sunday, Monday 10 hour per day over the weekend shift.

Additional Information

Time Type: Full time

Employee Type: Assignee / Regular

Travel: Not Specified

Relocation Eligible: Yes

The salary offered to a selected candidate will be based on multiple factors including location, hire grade, job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and with consideration of internal equity of our current team members. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, candidates may be eligible for other forms of compensation such as participation in a bonus and a stock award program, as applicable.

For all sales roles, the posted salary range is the Target Total Cash (TTC) range for the role, which is the sum of base salary and target bonus amount at 100% goal achievement.

Applied Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law.

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