Field Service Engineer

Kelly Services; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement savings plan

Service bonus and holiday pay

Transit spending account

Paid sick leave

Job summary

Kelly Services is seeking a hands-on Field Service Engineer II to install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair single-wafer deposition equipment at customer sites. You will work closely with customers and internal teams to keep semiconductor manufacturing equipment operating safely and reliably.

The role emphasizes diagnosing issues, coordinating with customers and colleagues to minimize downtime, and providing on-site training for customer technicians.

Qualifications

• Strong electromechanical aptitude and troubleshooting ability.
• Experience in a semiconductor fab environment.
• Proven field service engineering experience.
• Ability to work safely and professionally in customer environments.
• U.S. work authorization without employer sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Install, service, modify, and repair semiconductor manufacturing equipment at customer facilities.
• Diagnose equipment issues and respond to service needs, including urgent calls as required.
• Coordinate with customers, teammates, and supervisors to reduce equipment downtime.
• Replace or install parts and perform equipment upgrades and modifications.
• Keep service records and reports accurate and up to date.
• Help customer technicians learn equipment operation and routine maintenance.
• Stay current on equipment and service procedures through training and technical materials.
• Safeguard company tools, vehicles, and other assigned property.
• Follow site safety requirements and maintain the conduct standards needed to work at customer facilities.

Skills

Electromechanical aptitude

Hands-on troubleshooting

Semiconductor fab experience

Field service experience

US work authorization

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Associate degree + 2 years experience

Tools

Vacuum systems

Vacuum pump operation

CVD/PVD knowledge

Job description

Field Service Engineer II - Single Wafer Deposition

We’re seeking a hands‑on Field Service Engineer II to install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair single‑wafer deposition equipment at customer sites. You’ll work closely with customers and internal teams to keep semiconductor manufacturing equipment operating safely and reliably.

Role overview

We’re seeking a hands‑on Field Service Engineer II to install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair single‑wafer deposition equipment at customer sites. You’ll work closely with customers and internal teams to keep semiconductor manufacturing equipment operating safely and reliably.

What you’ll do

• Install, service, modify, and repair semiconductor manufacturing equipment at customer facilities.




• Diagnose equipment issues and respond to service needs, including urgent calls as required.




• Coordinate with customers, teammates, and supervisors to reduce equipment downtime.




• Replace or install parts and perform equipment upgrades and modifications.




• Keep service records and reports accurate and up to date.




• Help customer technicians learn equipment operation and routine maintenance.




• Stay current on equipment and service procedures through training and technical materials.




• Safeguard company tools, vehicles, and other assigned property.




• Follow site safety requirements and maintain the conduct standards needed to work at customer facilities.

What you’ll bring

• Electromechanical aptitude and hands‑on troubleshooting ability.




• Semiconductor fab experience.




• Field service engineering experience.




• Ability to work safely and professionally in customer environments.




• U.S. work authorization without employer sponsorship.

Preferred experience

• Familiarity with vacuum systems and vacuum pump operation.




• Exposure to metal deposition processes, including CVD or PVD.




• An understanding of vacuum theory is a plus; this role offers the opportunity to deepen that knowledge.

Education and experience

A bachelor’s degree is preferred. Alternatively, candidates may qualify with an associate degree and at least two years of related experience, or four years of related experience in place of a degree. Military technical training and field experience may be considered in lieu of an associate degree. A high school diploma or equivalent is required.

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work‑related resources. Please note: The following benefits reflect Kelly's general offerings. Eligibility may vary by assignment, location, and job type. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short‑term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan.

Why Kelly ® Engineering?

Your engineering skills are in demand, but how do you find the right fit? Easy. At Kelly Engineering, our team creates expert talent solutions to solve the world’s most critical challenges. We connect you with leading organizations where you can collaborate on innovative projects, work with cutting‑edge technologies and accelerate your growth. Whether you prefer the variety and flexibility of short‑term projects or are looking for a long‑term opportunity, we’re here to guide you to the next step in your engineering career.

About Kelly

Work changes everything. And at Kelly, we’re obsessed with where it can take you. To us, it’s about more than simply accepting your next job opportunity. It’s the fuel that powers every next step of your life. It’s the ripple effect that changes and improves everything for your family, your community, and the world. Which is why, here at Kelly, we are dedicated to providing you with limitless opportunities to enrich your life—just ask the 300,000 people we employ each year.

Kelly is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status, and we take affirmative action to recruit, employ, and advance qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in the workforce. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to the Kelly Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment. Kelly participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I‑9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

Kelly may use AI-powered tools during the recruitment and hiring process. For full details, including how Kelly uses AI, your rights, and how to request a reasonable accommodation, visit the Recruitment Artificial Intelligence Notice (https://www.kellyservices.com/hubfs/myKelly/Resources/Employment_Policies/Recruitment-Artificial-Intelligence-Notice.pdf?hsLang=en) .

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