Senior ESC & Heaters Engineer – 300mm Wafer Systems

ASM; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

ASM in Phoenix, Arizona is seeking a Senior Engineer for Electrostatic Chuck (ESC) to design and develop innovative hardware solutions focused on ESC and heaters technology. The role involves responsibilities such as developing ESC systems and qualifying dielectric materials.

The ideal candidate will have 3–5 years expertise in semiconductor equipment and hold a Master's or PhD in Materials Science or related areas. Competitive salary and benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in semiconductor capital equipment engineering, with direct exposure to ESC or heater technologies.
• Knowledge of reactive process chemistries and their impact on ESC/heater materials.
• Hands-on experience with electrical characterization equipment.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop Johnsen-Rahbek and Coulombic-type ESC assemblies.
• Select and qualify dielectric materials for ESC ceramic layers.
• Perform thermal modeling and simulation to optimize heater layout.

Skills

Electrostatic clamping mechanisms

Thermal management in vacuum environments

Electrical characterization equipment

High-purity ceramic fabrication techniques

FEA thermal simulation tools

Education

Master's degree or PhD in Materials Science, Ceramic Engineering, or related discipline

Tools

ANSYS

COMSOL

Job description

ASM in Phoenix, Arizona is seeking a Senior Engineer for Electrostatic Chuck (ESC) to design and develop innovative hardware solutions focused on ESC and heaters technology. The role involves responsibilities such as developing ESC systems and qualifying dielectric materials.

The ideal candidate will have 3–5 years expertise in semiconductor equipment and hold a Master's or PhD in Materials Science or related areas. Competitive salary and benefits are offered.