Equipment Engineer III - Technology Development

Axcelis Technologies, Inc.; Beverly (MA); On-site; USD 89,000 - 134,000; Full time

Job summary

Axcelis Technologies, Inc. is seeking an Innovative R&D Equipment Engineer to support R&D development systems related to ion beam implantation. You will own multiple engineering assets, install and replace gases, ensure safety interlocks, run tests, and present findings to cross-functional teams.

The role involves developing instrumentation, supporting design reviews, and maintaining documentation. Travel is expected up to 10% and requires reading drawings and electrical schematics in a

Qualifications

• B.S. in engineering or equivalent experience.
• 3–10 years of experience required.
• Hiring level commensurate with capability and experience.
• Able to work with cross-functional teams.
• Excellent teamwork and collaboration attitude.
• Creativity and strong problem solving for research with high uncertainty.
• Strong communicator and able to explain complex issues clearly in verbal, written and presentation formats.
• Ability to read parts and assemblies drawings.
• Ability to read and update electrical and controls schematics.
• Experience with toxic and hazardous gases/chemicals.
• Experience with high voltage equipment.
• Well versed in safety equipment and protocols.
• Ability to stand long hours and lift >35 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Act as the tool owner for multiple engineering assets including maintenance, repair and interfacing with facilities.
• Perform installation and replacement of required gases and chemicals using safety procedures.
• Ensure all safety interlocks are operational.
• Run tests and experiments, and perform data formatting and analysis.
• Present findings and improvements to cross-functional teams.
• Develop and install instrumentation and measurement systems as needed.
• Participate in design reviews and provide feedback to engineering teams.
• Provide documentation support such as drawings, procedures, test procedures, test data.
• Interact with on-site manufacturing warehouse and equipment engineering teams.
• Domestic and international travel to support R&D activities (<10%).

Skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Teamwork

Strong communicator

Problem solving

Reading drawings

Read electrical schematics

Data analysis

LabVIEW (preferred)

Safety awareness

Physical stamina

Education

B.S. in engineering or equivalent experience

Tools

LabVIEW

Job description

Innovative R&D Equipment Engineer to support R&D development systems related to ion beam implantation.

Responsibilities

• Act as the tool owner for multiple engineering assets including maintenance, repair and interfacing with facilities and engineering on performing upgrades.
• Perform installation and replacement of required gases and chemicals used on system using required safety approved procedures.
• Responsible for ensuring all required safety interlocks are operational.
• Be responsible for running tests and experiments as specified by R&D team, and perform data formatting and analysis.
• Present findings and improvements to cross-functional teams.
• Develop and install instrumentation and measurements systems as needed for systems.
• Participate in design reviews and provide feedback and input to engineering teams on system improvements.
• Provide documentation support such as creating/maintaining drawings, procedures, test procedures, test data.
• May be required to interact with on-site manufacturing warehouse and equipment engineering teams.
• Domestic and international travel to support R&D activities (<10%).

Qualifications

• B.S. in engineering or equivalent experience.
• 3-10 years of experience required.
• Hiring level will be commiserate with capability and experience.
• Able to work with cross-functional teams.
• Excellent teamwork and collaboration attitude required.
• Creativity and strong problem solving skills required to work in research type projects with high uncertainty and ambiguity.
• Strong communicator and able to explain complex technical issues with depth and clarity in verbal, written and presentation formats.
• Ability to read parts and assemblies drawings.
• Ability to read and update electrical and controls schematics.
• Experience working with toxic and hazardous gases/chemicals.
• Experience working with high voltage equipment.
• Well versed in safety equipment and protocols.
• Ability to stand long hours and lift >35 lbs.
• No physical limitations on able to perform required tasks on complex systems.

Preferred Experience

• Experience working on complex semiconductor processing equipment or similar systems.
• Experience working on ion beam, plasma and RF related systems.
• Experience with data analysis in excel and/or statistics software packages.
• Experience programming lab automation software like Labview or similar.

Equal Opportunity Statement

It is the policy of Axcelis to provide equal opportunity in all areas of employment for all persons free from discrimination based on race, sex, religion, age, color, national origin, disability status, medical condition (including pregnancy), veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Axcelis will provide reasonable accommodation necessary to enable a disabled candidate or employee to perform the essential functions of the position, unless the accommodation would create an undue hardship for the Company.

Compensation

U.S. BASE SALARY RANGE $89,082.24 - $133,623.36

This base salary range reflects the typical compensation for this role across U.S. locations. Our salary ranges are determined by role and level; individual pay is determined based on multiple factors, including job-related skills, experience, relevant education or training, work location, and internal equity. The range provides the opportunity for growth and progression as you develop within the role.

• Base pay is one part of our U.S. total compensation package which includes eligibility in the Axcelis Team Incentive bonus plan, and comprehensive benefits package (for regular employees working 20+ hours a week).

About Us

Want to discover just how far your intellectual curiosity can take you? You’re in the right place. For more than four decades, Axcelis Technologies has been at the forefront of innovation in semiconductor manufacturing technology. Chipmakers around the globe rely on our tools and process expertise to deliver the semiconductors that power modern life—from smartphones and computers to cameras and cars. Our influence is global, with over 30 locations, an installed base of thousands worldwide and a customer list that includes the world’s largest semiconductor manufacturers. Ready to unleash your full potential? Discover just how far you can go, at Axcelis.