Engineering Technician (Spector)

Veeco Instruments Inc.; Plainview (NY); On-site; USD 63,552 - 83,621; 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)

Commuter Benefits

Life and Accident Insurance

Disability Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Identity Theft Remediation

Emergency Travel Assistance

Job summary

Veeco Instruments Inc. in Plainview, NY, is seeking an Engineering Technician to support etch and deposition equipment in the Applications Lab.

You will work with engineers to maintain, troubleshoot, and qualify electromechanical systems, and assist with equipment installations and preventive maintenance. You bring hands-on experience with electrical and mechanical systems, read schematics, and enjoy a collaborative, high-technology environment.

Qualifications

• Hands-on testing, troubleshooting, and maintenance of complex electrical and mechanical systems.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation.
• Experience in high-technology manufacturing, R&D or engineering environment is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, maintain, and troubleshoot process equipment, including vacuum coating systems.
• Diagnose and resolve system performance issues using electrical, mechanical, optical, and diagnostic test equipment.
• Support engineering activities including assembly, testing, and qualification of electromechanical and vacuum systems.
• Provide technical support to engineering and process development teams for research, development, and product improvement.
• Document maintenance activities, test results, and troubleshooting efforts as required.
• Assist with equipment installations, upgrades, and preventive maintenance activities.

Skills

Electrical systems

Mechanical systems

Troubleshooting

Read schematics

Team collaboration

Education

Associate degree in Engineering Technology

Associate degree in Electronics

Associate degree in Mechanical Technology

Tools

Vacuum systems

Wafer processing equipment

Electrical test equipment

Job description

Engineering Technician (Spector)

Location: US - NY - Plainview

Requisition ID: 20076

Nearest Major Market

New York City

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.

Overview

Veeco's process equipment solutions enable the manufacture of LEDs, displays, power electronics, compound semiconductors, hard disk drives, semiconductors, MEMS and wireless chips. We are the leader in MOCVD, MBE, Ion Beam, Wet Etch single wafer processing and other advanced thin film process technologies. Our high-performance systems drive innovation in energy efficiency, consumer electronics and network storage and allow our customers to maximize productivity and achieve lower cost of ownership. We are currently looking for an Engineering Technician to work in a team environment to assist engineers to maintain and support development of Veeco's etch and deposition equipment located in our Plainview Applications Lab as well as provide support to daily operations of the lab.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, maintain, and troubleshoot process equipment, including vacuum coating systems.
• Diagnose and resolve system performance issues using electrical, mechanical, optical, and diagnostic test equipment.
• Support engineering activities including the assembly, testing, and qualification of electromechanical and vacuum systems.
• Provide technical support to engineering and process development teams for research, development, and product improvement.
• Document maintenance activities, test results, and troubleshooting efforts as required.
• Assist with equipment installations, upgrades, and preventive maintenance activities.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of hands‑on experience testing, troubleshooting, and maintaining complex electrical and mechanical systems.
• High school diploma or GED required; Associate degree in Engineering Technology, Electronics, Mechanical Technology, or a related technical field preferred.
• Equivalent combinations of education, technical training, and relevant experience will be considered.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong mechanical aptitude with hands‑on experience assembling, disassembling, and repairing complex systems.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation.
• Self‑motivated with a willingness and ability to learn new technologies and processes.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.
• Effective organizational and time‑management skills with attention to detail.
• Experience in a high‑technology manufacturing, R&D, or engineering environment is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with vacuum systems, semiconductor processing equipment, or wafer processing equipment is a plus.

Salary and Benefits

The expected salary range for this position is $63,552.00 - $83,621.00 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)
• Commuter Benefits
• Life and Accident Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Identity Theft Remediation
• Emergency Travel Assistance

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.