Engineering Technician

Veeco Instruments Inc.; Waltham (MA); On-site; USD 74,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision

401(k) with Company Match

Holiday, Vacation, and Sick Time

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Life and Accident Insurance

Disability Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Identity Theft Remediation

Emergency Travel Assistance

Job summary

Veeco Instruments Inc. seeks an Equipment Technician to support NPI, design verification and system validation of advanced vacuum processing platforms at our Beverly, MA site.

This hands-on role collaborates with process, development, manufacturing and quality teams to ensure readiness before customer release. The ideal candidate has 4+ years of hands-on equipment experience in mechanical, electrical or industrial fields, with familiarity in vacuum-based semiconductor tools and strong diagnostic

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of hands-on experience as an Equipment Technician in an engineering-related field (preferably Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial).
• Direct experience with vacuum-based semiconductor equipment and wafer or substrate processing tools is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Set up, install, and perform preventive maintenance on advanced wafer-processing and vacuum-based equipment to ensure system readiness and performance.
• Interpret and apply schematics, diagrams, drawings, and procedures to support equipment setup, testing, troubleshooting, and recovery activities.
• Diagnose and resolve system performance issues using high-precision electrical, optical, mechanical, and vacuum test equipment.
• Develop, execute, and document experimental test plans, collecting and analyzing data to validate equipment and process performance.
• Partner with Development Engineers to troubleshoot and resolve complex issues identified during system integration and NPI builds.
• Support engineering activities, including design verification, testing, modification, fabrication, and assembly of electromechanical and vacuum subsystems.
• Participate in cross-functional, small-team initiatives to address product-level challenges such as design improvements, supplier issues, manufacturing escalations, and continuous improvement projects.
• Manage and maintain internal inventory and spare parts to support efficient lab and development operations.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Reading schematics & diagrams

Cross-functional collaboration

Time management

Technical communication

Learning new tools

Accountability

MS Office & Teams

Willingness to travel

Education

Associate degree or higher in Mechanical/Electrical/Industrial Engineering Technology

Tools

MS Office Suite

Maintenance/tracking systems

P&IDs reading

Job description

About Veeco

You probably don’t realize it, but what we do at Veeco touches the lives of every person, every day. It’s a bold statement, but it’s true. From the smartphones in our pockets that access the world’s collective knowledge, to the cloud-based services where all that information lives, to high-speed wireless communication and computing power needed to drive artificial intelligence, augmented and virtual reality, gaming and so much more, our technology is all around us.

We design, develop, manufacture, and service highly complex, cutting‑edge machines used by our customers to create the essential devices that drive the digital age, connect the world, and improve the human experience. Along with the world’s leading technology companies, many of which are household names, we help solve their most difficult material science challenges, enabling technologies for a more connected, sustainable, and convenient world.

We’re looking for material difference-makers to join our growing team.

Overview

Veeco designs and builds advanced vacuum‑based process equipment used to manufacture semiconductors, compound semiconductors, LEDs, power electronics, MEMS, and emerging technologies. Our systems support critical thin‑film deposition and material processing applications where precision, reliability, and performance matter.

We are seeking an Equipment Technician to support new product introduction (NPI), design verification, and system validation of complex vacuum processing platforms. This role operates in a research and development environment, partnering closely with process, development, manufacturing, and quality teams to ensure system readiness before customer release.

This position offers exposure to cutting‑edge vacuum process technologies, cross-functional collaboration, and hands‑on involvement in bringing new tools from concept to customer‑ready systems and is ideal for technicians who enjoy hands‑on vacuum equipment work, learning how complex systems behave, and collaborating closely with engineers in a development environment.

The work location for this position is on‑site at our manufacturing partner’s Beverly, MA facility.

Responsibilities

• Set up, install, and perform preventive maintenance (PM) on advanced wafer‑processing and vacuum‑based equipment to ensure system readiness and performance.
• Interpret and apply schematics, diagrams, drawings, and procedures to support equipment setup, testing, troubleshooting, and recovery activities.
• Diagnose and resolve system performance issues using high‑precision electrical, optical, mechanical, and vacuum test equipment.
• Develop, execute, and document experimental test plans, collecting and analyzing data to validate equipment and process performance.
• Partner closely with Development Engineers to troubleshoot and resolve complex issues identified during system integration and NPI builds.
• Support engineering activities, including design verification, testing, modification, fabrication, and assembly of electromechanical and vacuum subsystems.
• Participate in cross‑functional, small‑team initiatives to address product‑level challenges such as design improvements, supplier issues, manufacturing escalations, and continuous improvement projects.
• Manage and maintain internal inventory and spare parts to support efficient lab and development operations.

Qualifications

Minimum 4 years of hands‑on experience as an Equipment Technician in an engineering‑related field (preferably Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial).

Direct experience with vacuum‑based semiconductor equipment and wafer or substrate processing tools is strongly preferreed.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Associate degree or higher in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, Engineering Technology, or a related technical field is preferred. An equivalent combination of formal education, technical training, and military experience may be considered in place of a degree
• Experience in engineering, manufacturing, NPI, or process development environments within the semiconductor industry, e.g., electromechanical, vacuum, and control systems
• Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills with complex tools and subsystems
• Ability to read, interpret, and apply technical documentation, including schematics, wiring diagrams, P&IDs, and procedures
• Comfortable working in cross‑functional environments, collaborating with technicians, engineers, program managers, and leadership
• Clear and effective communication with the ability to manage multiple priorities, take ownership of assigned work, and execute to schedule
• Demonstrated ability to learn new tools, processes, and technologies quickly through documentation and hands‑on training
• Strong sense of accountability, urgency, and execution discipline, especially in time‑sensitive NPI or development settings
• Proficient with Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, MS TEAMS) and computer‑based maintenance or tracking systems
• Willingness to travel and work overtime or weekends as required to meet critical project milestones

Salary and Benefits

The expected salary range for this position is $74,337.00 - $97,812.00, plus a bonus opportunity. We will consider your location, experience, and other job‑related factors when determining your pay.

Other benefits include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Holiday, Vacation, and Sick Time
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Life and Accident Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Identity Theft Remediation
• Emergency Travel Assistance

Veeco is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected characteristics. Veeco is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.