Remote Field Service Engineer – Plasma Equipment

Oxford Instruments plc; San Francisco (CA); Remote; USD 110,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Oxford Instruments plc is seeking a field service engineer in the Bay Area to deliver world‑class installation, maintenance, and support for plasma etch and deposition systems. This role requires hands‑on problem‑solving, strong communication, and travel across customer sites in North America.

You will calibrate AMUs and RF generators, troubleshoot hardware and software, and provide customer training. A 3–5 year semiconductor service background and a technical bachelor’s degree are required;

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with vacuum technologies (turbo pumps, cryo pumps, roughing pumps).
• Familiarity with RF theory and ICP systems.
• Ability to read mechanical, pneumatic, and electrical schematics.
• Experience diagnosing hardware and software issues in semiconductor equipment.

Responsibilities

• Lead installation and commissioning of plasma etch and deposition systems per specifications.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance with attention to vacuum tolerances and process benchmarks.
• Provide customer engagement, training, and remote support to minimize downtime.
• Diagnose complex hardware/software issues using specialized tools and calibration equipment.
• Calibrate components and implement upgrades to improve system reliability and throughput.

Skills

Vacuum technologies

Diagnostics tools

RF theory

Reading schematics

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering, Physics, or related

Tools

Brooks platforms

Pfeiffer/Edwards pumping systems

MKS components

Job description

Oxford Instruments plc is seeking a field service engineer in the Bay Area to deliver world‑class installation, maintenance, and support for plasma etch and deposition systems. This role requires hands‑on problem‑solving, strong communication, and travel across customer sites in North America.

You will calibrate AMUs and RF generators, troubleshoot hardware and software, and provide customer training. A 3–5 year semiconductor service background and a technical bachelor’s degree are required;