Semiconductor R&D Applications Engineer – Hybrid

REC SOLAR GRADE SILICON; Butte (MT); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

Medical/Dental/Vision

FSA and HSA option

Annual bonus plan

401(k) with company match

Life & disability insurance

Job summary

REC Silicon in Albany, NY is seeking an Applications Engineer to support formulation evaluation and performance testing for precursor and formulated wet chemical portfolios. This hands-on role blends chemistry, process engineering and data analysis to translate test results into clear reports for internal teams and customers.

The role collaborates with regional R&D partners to drive product development, application optimization and customer satisfaction in Albany, NY, with travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Materials Science, Materials Engineering, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or a closely related field.
• Hands-on experience (at least 3 years) operating wet bench equipment and working within cleanroom environments.
• Familiarity with semiconductor processes, substrates and purity standards.
• Experience with wet chemical formulations is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute formulation evaluation experiments on semiconductor substrates using wet bench and cleanroom equipment.
• Perform hands-on wet chemical processing under cleanroom protocols.
• Operate and maintain analytical/metrology tools to characterize formulation performance.
• Translate data into technical reports and presentations for internal teams and customers.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with chemists, engineers and Marketing to align testing priorities.

Skills

Data analysis

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher (Materials Science/Engineering/C Chemistry)

Tools

Wet bench equipment

Analytical/metrology tools

Job description

REC Silicon in Albany, NY is seeking an Applications Engineer to support formulation evaluation and performance testing for precursor and formulated wet chemical portfolios. This hands-on role blends chemistry, process engineering and data analysis to translate test results into clear reports for internal teams and customers.

The role collaborates with regional R&D partners to drive product development, application optimization and customer satisfaction in Albany, NY, with travel as needed.