Equipment Engineer III - Technology Development

axcelis; Beverly (MA); On-site; USD 89,000 - 134,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Incentive bonus plan

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Axcelis is seeking an Innovative R&D Equipment Engineer in Beverly, MA to support R&D development systems for ion beam implantation. You will own multiple engineering assets, oversee maintenance, repairs, and interface with facilities for upgrades, while ensuring gas and interlock safety.

Responsibilities include running tests and experiments, formatting data, presenting findings to cross‑functional teams, and developing instrumentation as needed.

Qualifications

• B.S. in engineering or equivalent experience; 3–10 years preferred.
• Ability to work with cross-functional teams and communicate clearly.
• Experience with troubleshooting complex systems and safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Support R&D development systems related to ion beam implantation.
• Own engineering assets including maintenance, repairs and upgrades.
• Install gases/chemicals safely and ensure interlocks are operational.
• Run tests/experiments, format data, and present findings to teams.
• Develop instrumentation and assist in design reviews and documentation.
• Interact with on-site manufacturing and travel as needed.

Skills

Cross‑functional teamwork

Problem solving

Communication skills

Reading drawings

Safety awareness

Gases/chemicals handling

Ability to lift 35 lbs

Team collaboration

Education

B.S. in engineering

Tools

LabVIEW

Job description

Responsibilities

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


• Act 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


• Person may be required to interact with on‑site manufacturing warehouse and equipment engineering teams.


• Domestic and international travel to support R&D activities.

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.

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).