Engineering Technician - Gloucester, MA

Yoh Services LLC; Gloucester (MA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

Life and Disability Insurance

Weekly Direct Deposit and ePayroll

Employee Discount Programs

Dedicated Yoh Support Team

Job summary

Applied Materials in Gloucester, MA is seeking an Engineering Technician to support advanced semiconductor manufacturing equipment. You will perform electro-mechanical testing, assembly, troubleshooting and system integration on production lines and during installs.

You will work from schematics and technical instructions, maintain documentation, and contribute to process improvements. The role offers shift options with differential pay and opportunities to transition to permanent staff.

Qualifications

• Hands-on manufacturing or production experience.
• Strong troubleshooting skills across electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, vacuum and process systems.
• Experience with hand tools and power tools.
• Ability to read schematics, assembly drawings and engineering documentation.
• Experience with electrical test equipment, meters and diagnostic tools.
• Knowledge of fiber-optic communications.
• Ability to write technical reports and procedures.
• Semiconductor manufacturing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform electro-mechanical testing, checkout, fabrication, modification, troubleshooting and assembly.
• Build and support electronics, electro-mechanical systems, prototype models and specialized test equipment.
• Troubleshoot component-level and system-level electrical and mechanical issues.
• Support new system installs, NPI activities and field upgrades.
• Work from schematics, diagrams, layouts and technical instructions.
• Maintain logbooks, technical documentation and test procedures.
• Perform electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, vacuum and process testing.
• Generate quality notifications and complete rework based on test results.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and engineering activities.

Skills

Hands-on manufacturing

Troubleshooting across electrical/mech

Hand tools and power tools

Read schematics/ drawings

Electrical test equipment

Fiber-optic communications

Technical reports writing

Semiconductor manufacturing experience

Precision measurement

Tools

PMAC motion control systems

Job description

I AM LOOKING FOR THE BEST OF THE BEST... AND YOU ARE ONE OF THEM!

Engineering Technician - Semiconductor Manufacturing

Applied Materials | Gloucester, Massachusetts

PAY RANGE: $30.00 - $32.00 PER HOUR (Depending on Experience)

Plus Applicable Shift Differentials Available

Shifts 1rst Shift: 5:30 pm - 4:00 pm (Monday through Thursday)

2nd Shift: 3:45 PM - 2:15 AM | +10% Differential (Monday through Thursday)

3rd Shift: 7:30 PM - 6:00 AM + 13% Differential (Monday through Thursday)

4th Shift: 5:45 AM - 6:15 PM | +11% Differential (Friday, Saturday and Sunday)

Why This Opportunity?

Are you a hands-on Engineering Technician who thrives in a fast-paced semiconductor production environment? Do you enjoy building, testing, and troubleshooting complex electro-mechanical systems? This is an opportunity to work on advanced semiconductor manufacturing equipment and support cutting-edge technology.

Why Applied Materials?

• Global leader in semiconductor manufacturing equipment and technology.
• Technology that powers AI, smartphones, automotive systems, medical devices and next-generation innovation.
• Strong history of contractor-to-permanent employee conversions.
• Work directly with advanced semiconductor manufacturing systems.
• Excellent career growth and advancement opportunities.

What You Will Do

• Perform electro-mechanical testing, checkout, fabrication, modification, troubleshooting and assembly.
• Build and support electronics, electro-mechanical systems, prototype models and specialized test equipment.
• Troubleshoot component-level and system-level electrical and mechanical issues.
• Support new system installs, NPI activities and field upgrades.
• Work from schematics, diagrams, layouts and technical instructions.
• Maintain logbooks, technical documentation and test procedures.
• Perform electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, vacuum and process testing.
• Generate quality notifications and complete rework based on test results.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and engineering activities.

Required Technical Skills

• Hands-on manufacturing or production experience.
• Strong troubleshooting skills across electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, vacuum and process systems.
• Experience with hand tools and power tools.
• Ability to read schematics, assembly drawings and engineering documentation.
• Experience with electrical test equipment, meters and diagnostic tools.
• Knowledge of fiber-optic communications.
• Ability to write technical reports and procedures.
• Semiconductor manufacturing experience preferred.

Mechanical Skills Required

• Strong build, assembly and fabrication skills with experience using precision measuring devices.

Nice To Have

• Experience with PMAC motion control systems.

Why You Will Want This Role

• Hands-on work with advanced semiconductor manufacturing equipment.
• Exposure to cutting-edge technology and complex systems.
• Opportunity to support engineering innovation and NPI efforts.
• A role where your technical skills truly make an impact.

Why Work Through Yoh?

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Weekly Direct Deposit and ePayroll
• Employee Discount Programs
• Dedicated Yoh Support Team

Personal Note From Patty Vogel

I have recruited for Applied Materials for many years and have watched talented Engineering Technicians build exceptional careers. Many contractors have converted to permanent employees and advanced into technical and leadership positions. If you enjoy solving complex problems and working on high-tech equipment, I would love to speak with you.

Patty Vogel
Senior Principal Recruiter | Yoh Staffing
[e-mail]

Bring your skills to the next level with Applied Materials!

Estimated Min Rate: $30.00
Estimated Max Rate: $32.00

What's In It for You?

• Medical, Prescription, Dental & Vision Benefits (for employees working 20+ hours per week)
• Health Savings Account (HSA) (for employees working 20+ hours per week)
• Life & Disability Insurance (for employees working 20+ hours per week)
• MetLife Voluntary Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401K Retirement Savings Plan
• Direct Deposit & weekly epayroll
• Referral Bonus Programs
• Certification and training opportunities

Note: Any pay ranges displayed are estimations. Actual pay is determined by an applicant's experience, technical expertise, and other qualifications as listed in the job description. All qualified applicants are welcome to apply.

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