Manufacturing Technician (Spector)

Veeco; New Jersey; On-site; USD 45,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) with Company Match

Holiday, Vacation, Sick Time

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Commuter Benefits

Life and Accident Insurance

Disability Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Veeco in Somerset, NJ seeks a skilled assembler for complex electromechanical systems used in advanced semiconductor coating equipment. You will read blueprints, assemble, test, and adjust units, wiring, and components to meet strict specifications.

The role requires hands-on capability with precision tools, experience with high-vacuum hardware, and the ability to work overtime to support production timelines. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED (General Educational Development credential).
• Minimum of 2 years of hands-on experience building, testing, and troubleshooting complex electromechanical systems.

Responsibilities

• Read blueprints, process instructions, schematics, mechanical drawings, pictures, and other diagrams to assemble complex assemblies and subassemblies.
• Inspect, test, and adjust completed units to ensure that units meet specifications, tolerances, and customer order requirements.
• Assemble parts or units, and position, align, and fasten units to assemblies, subassemblies, or frames, using hand tools and power tools.
• Position, align and adjust parts for proper fit and assembly. Connect cables, tubes, and wiring, according to specifications. Disassemble units to replace parts or to crate them for shipping.
• Measure parts to determine tolerances, using precision measuring instruments such as micrometers, calipers, and verniers.
• Drill, tap, ream, countersink, and spot-face bolt holes in parts, using drill presses and portable power drills. File, lap, and buff parts to fit, using hand and power tools.
• Operate or tend automated assembling equipment, such as robotics and fixed automation equipment. Operate small cranes to transport or position large parts.
• Conduct tests and inspections of products or processes to evaluate quality or performance.
• Monitor gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly.
• Troubleshoot and determine causes of operating errors and course of action to correct.
• Perform routine maintenance on equipment and determine when and what kind of maintenance is needed, troubleshooting issues, and basic repairs on equipment.

Skills

High-vacuum hardware experience

High-voltage & high-power experience

Cleanroom experience (preferred)

MS Word & Excel literate

SAP or ERP familiarity

Strong communication skills

Hands-on and can meet schedule

Tools handling and measurement skills

Ability to lift 40 lbs

Overtime readiness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

SAP

MS Word

Excel

Job description

About Veeco

You probably don’t realize it, but what we do at Veeco touches the lives of every person, every day. It’s a bold statement, but it’s true. From the smartphones in our pockets that access the world’s collective knowledge, to the cloud-based services where all that information lives, to high-speed wireless communication and computing power needed to drive artificial intelligence, augmented and virtual reality, gaming and so much more, our technology is all around us.

About Veeco

You probably don’t realize it, but what we do at Veeco touches the lives of every person, every day. It’s a bold statement, but it’s true. From the smartphones in our pockets that access the world’s collective knowledge, to the cloud-based services where all that information lives, to high-speed wireless communication and computing power needed to drive artificial intelligence, augmented and virtual reality, gaming and so much more, our technology is all around us.

We design, develop, manufacture, and service highly complex, cutting-edge machines used by our customers to create the essential devices that drive the digital age, connect the world, and improve the human experience. Along with the world’s leading technology companies, many of which are household names, we help solve their most difficult material science challenges, enabling technologies for a more connected, sustainable, and convenient world.

We’re looking for material difference-makers to join our growing team.

Overview

The AI data centers reshaping modern computing depend on advanced chips built with ultra-precise thin-film coatings—coatings produced on Veeco’s Spector ion-beam deposition systems. As demand for these systems continues to grow, Veeco is expanding its Somerset test floor to increase production while maintaining the highest standards of quality.

Responsibilities

• Read blueprints, process instructions, schematics, mechanical drawings, pictures, and other diagrams to assemble complex assemblies and subassemblies.
• Inspect, test, and adjust completed units to ensure that units meet specifications, tolerances, and customer order requirements.
• Assemble parts or units, and position, align, and fasten units to assemblies, subassemblies, or frames, using hand tools and power tools.
• Position, align and adjust parts for proper fit and assembly. Connect cables, tubes, and wiring, according to specifications. Disassemble units to replace parts or to crate them for shipping.
• Measure parts to determine tolerances, using precision measuring instruments such as micrometers, calipers, and verniers.
• Drill, tap, ream, countersink, and spot-face bolt holes in parts, using drill presses and portable power drills. File, lap, and buff parts to fit, using hand and power tools.
• Operate or tend automated assembling equipment, such as robotics and fixed automation equipment. Operate small cranes to transport or position large parts.
• Conduct tests and inspections of products or processes to evaluate quality or performance.
• Monitor gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly.
• Troubleshoot and determine causes of operating errors and course of action to correct.
• Perform routine maintenance on equipment and determine when and what kind of maintenance is needed, troubleshooting issues, and basic repairs on equipment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED (General Educational Development credential).
• Minimum of 2 years of hands-on experience building, testing, and troubleshooting complex electromechanical systems.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Experience with high-vacuum semiconductor hardware and manufacturing practices, highly preferred.
• Hands-on experience with high-voltage and high-power systems, including the safety practices they require, highly preferred.
• Cleanroom experience preferred.
• Must be computer literate in MS Word and Excel
• Familiarity with SAP, or similar ERP system.
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to be hands-on and get the job done on schedule.
• Ability to use logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
• The role requires strong hand–eye coordination, steady hand control, good grip strength, fine motor skills for precise adjustments, and the ability to handle tools accurately in confined or awkward positions.
• Ability to lift 40 lbs.
• Ability to work overtime.

Salary And Benefits

The expected salary range for this position is $45,460—$57,582, plus a bonus opportunity. We will consider your location, experience, and other job-related factors when determining your pay.

Other Benefits Include

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Holiday, Vacation, and Sick Time
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Commuter Benefits
• Life and Accident Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Identity Theft Remediation
• Emergency Travel Assistance

Veeco is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected characteristics. Veeco is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.

Notice To Applicants

All communication about open positions and hiring will come from someone with a @veeco.com email address. You will always have multiple interviews and meet several team members (in-person or virtually) before we present an offer. We may also check references or conduct a background investigation as part of the offer process. We will never ask you for money for any reason, especially to send equipment or for pre‑employment training. If you have any questions or concerns, or if someone has reached out to you and you think it might be a scam, please get in touch with us at [e-mail].