Lead, Field Applications

Entegris, Inc.; Oregon; Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

401(k) plan with strong company match

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Flexible work schedule

Eleven paid company holidays

Progressive PTO

Education assistance

Job summary

Entegris, Inc. is seeking a Lead, Field Applications in the United States to combine technical expertise with market strategy for wet etch clean, photolithography, CMP, and manufacturing processes.

You will work with customers, sales, engineering, and product management to create technical solutions that reduce defects and boost yield. The role emphasizes leading product evaluations, supporting prototype development, and driving adoption of mature technologies in fabrication environments while

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in engineering required.
• Experience in the semiconductor industry.
• Strong knowledge of Wet Etch Clean, Photolithography, CMP, and defect reduction.
• Excellent communication, presentation, planning and leadership skills.
• Ability to engage with customers and cross-functional teams.
• Fluent English in technical presentations and reports.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical discussions and evaluate products at customer sites.
• Support qualification projects and prototype derivatives for opportunities.
• Promote mature technologies to reduce defects and improve yields.
• Provide technical guidance across cross-functional teams and customers.
• Drive project success with market insights and strategic impact.
• Share learnings with global teams to expand opportunities.

Skills

Strategic communication

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Customer-facing

Analytical problem-solving

Education

Master's degree in engineering

Job description

Job Title: Lead, Field Applications

Job Description: Marketing & Technical Engineer - Semiconductor Micro-Contamination Control

The Role

Entegris Liquid Micro-Contamination Control (LMC) Market & Technical Solutions is seeking a Marketing & Technical Engineer specializing in customer micro-contamination control, with a primary focus on Wet Etch Clean, Photolithography, CMP, or Chemical Manufacturing processes. This highly visible customer-facing role combines technical expertise, application development, and business strategy to support both new and existing product opportunities within the semiconductor industry. The successful candidate will work closely with customers, sales teams, engineering, manufacturing, and product management to develop technical solutions that improve yield, reduce defects, and address critical contamination control challenges across semiconductor fabrication processes. In This Role, You Will Serve as the technical lead for product recommendations, evaluations, and qualification projects at customer sites in support of strategic sales opportunities. Support the development and implementation of prototype and derivative products for both established and emerging applications. Promote mature product technologies within fabrication environments to drive defect reduction and yield improvement. Provide technical expertise and solutions to address contamination control challenges encountered by semiconductor fabs and chemical suppliers. Partner with customers and cross‑functional internal teams including Account Management, Applications Engineering, Quality Engineering, Product Management, and Business Units to drive project success. Lead technical discussions, communicate evaluation results, and provide application guidance throughout the product qualification process. Support new business development initiatives, conduct market‑share analysis, and identify growth opportunities. Capture and share technical learnings and best practices with global application engineering and field teams to expand business opportunities and strengthen technical capabilities.

Traits

We Believe Make a Strong Candidate Master’s degree in engineering. Experience within the semiconductor industry. Strong understanding of semiconductor manufacturing processes, including Wet Etch Clean, Photolithography, CMP, and defect reduction methodologies. Excellent communication, presentation, planning, organizational, and leadership skills. Ability to effectively engage with customers and cross‑functional teams. Adaptability and flexibility in supporting varying customer environments and business needs. Fluent English communication skills, including technical presentations, customer discussions, and written reports. Strong analytical and problem‑solving capabilities with a customer‑focused mindset.

Your Success Will Be Measured By

The successful candidate will collaborate with a cross‑functional team to deliver optimal technical solutions to customer challenges while serving as the voice of the customer. This individual will provide valuable market and application insights that influence product strategy, support new product development, and drive business growth.

Success in this role also means demonstrating Entegris' core values of:

• People & Teamwork
• Accountability
• Integrity & Trust
• Creativity & Innovation
• Dedication to Excellence

What We Offer

Our total rewards package goes above and beyond just a paycheck. Whether you're looking to build your career, improve your health, or protect your wealth, we offer comprehensive benefits designed to support your success both professionally and personally.

• Competitive compensation: $120,000 - $160,000 annually, with actual pay based on experience, skills, and qualifications
• Annual bonus eligibility
• Generous 401(k) plan with a strong company match
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Flexible work schedule
• Eleven paid company holidays annually
• Progressive paid time off (PTO) policy that empowers employees to take the time needed to recharge
• Education assistance programs to support continuous learning and professional development

At Entegris, we are committed to investing in our people by providing opportunities for growth, innovation, and meaningful impact in a technology-driven industry. At Entegris, we want you to be part of our culture, which values your unique talents, skills, and experiences. We believe what we do is as important as how we do it. People at our company bring true selves to work, and are appreciated not only for what we do.