Field Service Engineer (Night Shift)

Nikon Precision Inc.; Burlington (VT); On-site; USD 57,100 - 85,700; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K retirement plan with employer contribution

Exceptional medical, dental, vision insurance

Paid vacation and holidays

Tuition Assistance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Nikon Precision Inc. is seeking a Field Service Engineer in Burlington, VT, for full-time employment. The role involves equipment installations, maintenance, and customer support for lithography tools in a cleanroom environment. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related fields and experience with electronics and optics. This position includes a competitive salary range of $57,100 - $85,700, benefits, and opportunities for professional development and travel.

Qualifications

• Advanced understanding of Electronics, typically Associates or Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering.
• Practical hands-on ability.
• Self-starter demonstrating technical competence of electrical, mechanical, and optical systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair on Nikon equipment.
• Provide on-site service for customers as detailed in service agreement.
• Install or relocate customer equipment and perform associated start-up and check-out procedures.

Skills

Advanced understanding of Electronics

Knowledge/experience in Optics and Pneumatics

Proficient in the use of common electronic diagnostic equipment

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite

Good understanding of Photolithography and Semiconductor processing

Education

Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering or related field

Associates in relevant experience such as Military

Job description

Burlington, VT Essex Junction, VT 05452, USA

Description

Nikon Precision Inc. (NPI) is a leading supplier of semiconductor production and inspection equipment. Our state‑of‑the‑art photolithography equipment is used to image submicron geometries onto various substrates for the manufacture of integrated circuits, LCD panels, and other applications. Our tools help manufacture the heart of most consumer electronics on the market today, including computers, hard drives, non‑volatile memory, smartphones, GPS units, and other emerging technical products.

Location: Burlington, VT

Position Type: Full Time Regular

FLSA Status: Non‑Exempt, eligible for overtime

Salary Range: $57,100 - $85,700 (entry level; actual compensation depends on experience)

Schedule: Compressed shift, Night‑Shift

Environment: Cleanroom Environment (more than 50% of the time)

Travel: Limited Domestic and International Travel

Position Overview: Field Service Engineers (FSE) provide onsite customer service and support at our customer facilities. Job responsibilities include equipment installations, upgrades, repairs, and preventative maintenance of complex lithography tools. Our FSEs work with the customer to ensure optimal performance of the Nikon equipment.

You will be responsible for…

• Performing all routine troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair on Nikon equipment including interpreting schematics, mechanical diagrams, and discerning data from diagnostic programs
• Providing on‑site service for the customer as detailed in service agreement
• May install or relocate customer equipment and perform associated start‑up and check‑out procedures
• Reporting and communicating technical issues and providing feedback on technical documentation

What you have…

• Advanced understanding of Electronics, typically Associates or Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering and/or relevant experience such as Military
• Knowledge/experience in Optics and Pneumatics
• Practical hands‑on ability
• Self‑motivated to learn on the job
• Proficient in the use of common electronic diagnostic equipment (i.e., oscilloscope, digital voltmeter, etc.)
• Self‑starter demonstrating technical competence of electrical, mechanical, and optical systems or subsystems
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to work effectively with co‑workers, supervisors, and customers
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite
• Previous experience with Nikon systems is strongly preferred
• Good understanding of Photolithography and Semiconductor processing an advantage
• Japanese language proficiency is a bonus

Compensation and Benefits:

NPI is committed to providing a competitive total rewards package, including but not limited to:

• Competitive compensation, including:
  • Base pay
  • Annual cash bonus
  • Built‑in overtime (if applicable)
  • Sign‑on bonus (if applicable)
• Work/Life balance, including compressed shift with long (3‑day and 4‑day) weekends without the use of Paid Time Off (if applicable)
• 401K retirement plan with employer contribution (no employee matching required!)
• Exceptional medical, dental, prescription, vision, other insurance programs
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA) for health and dependent care expenses
• Paid vacation, sick and volunteer time plus holidays
• Strong career development and plentiful training opportunities, including Tuition Assistance
• Employee events, activities, and volunteer opportunities
• Commitment to and support of diversity, equity, and inclusion
• Confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) including mental health resources and support
• Opportunities for domestic and international travel (if applicable)

Other Job Requirements

• Export Control/ITAR: Due to export control and International Traffic in Arms Regulations requirements, in order to be eligible for NPI employment, you must be a U.S. citizen, have a permanent resident status in the U.S. (a “green card”), or a foreign national with eligibility as defined by ITAR (22 CFR 120.15).

Nikon Precision Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Qualifications

Education

Preferred

Bachelors or better in Mechanical Engineering or related field.