Senior Semiconductor Applications Engineer United States, OR, Portland

INFICON AG; Portland (OR); Remote; USD 70,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company seeks a specialist responsible for the deployment of fault detection software and sensor integration for the IMS Product Group. The role offers the opportunity to work remotely while collaborating with sales teams and providing technical support to customers in the semiconductor industry.

Benefits

Profit sharing bonus

Flexible work hours

Health and wellness programs

Tuition reimbursement

401K and vacation time

Qualifications

• 5+ years work experience preferably in Semiconductors.
• Solid understanding of Semiconductor Processes and OEM tools.
• Ability to travel (approximately 20-25%), both domestically and internationally.

Responsibilities

• Deploy and Support sensor integration and FabGuard Software Platform.
• Create recipes and data analysis for Fault Detection and Classification.
• Provide onsite training on INFICON products and installation support.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Critical Thinking

Education

Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Physics, Chemistry or related sciences

Job description

Responsible for deployment of fault detection software, sensors, and new application development for the IMS (Intelligent Manufacturing Systems) Product Group. Ideal candidates will be located out of the Portland area but will work remotely and travel to customer sites. The successful candidate will work with INFICON's sales team to develop new opportunities and support projects at assigned accounts.

• Deploy and Support sensor integration and FabGuard Software Platform on broad array of semiconductor process equipment..
• Create recipes and data analysis of tool based sensors (data), INFICON sensors and the customer’s sensors for the purposes of Fault Detection and Classification (FDC) using FabGuard
• Provide technical assistance within areas of specialty for customers.
• Provide written and oral feedback to the customer on applications work including process troubleshooting, recipe development, and installation procedures.
• Identify unexplored process areas where INFICON sensors and software can add value to the customer.
• Provide written and oral feedback to onsite account Manager on weekly activities, customer requests, needs and requirements.
• Provide onsite training on INFICON products including FabGuard FDC software, INFICON hardware usage and basic troubleshooting.
• Provide installation support of INFICON equipment as needed, which includes sensors, FabGuard software and He Leak Detectors.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in (Engineering, Physics, Chemistry or related sciences) with 5+ years’ work experience preferably in Semiconductors
• Solid understanding of Semiconductor Processes and OEM tools including Lithography, PVD and CVD. Broad understanding of ALD, Etch and CMP is desirable.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for both external and internal customer relationships.
• Ability to adapt to various field situations and to foster strong relationships with internal and external customers.
• Requires strong Analytical Skills and Critical Thinking to Solve Complex Problems
• Ability to travel (approximately 20-25%), both domestically and internationally.

Additional Information

The expected salary range for this position is between$70,000 and $125,000 per year.In addition, INFICON employees are eligible for a profit sharing bonus with a target of 5%.The actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law

INFICON provides a dynamic work environment that promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion. Our employees experience ongoing green initiatives, flexible work hours, and a variety of health and wellness programs.

INFICON’s forward-thinking approach offers countless opportunities to design, support, and manufacture a diverse product portfolio that expands globally. Our Lean and Agile work environment offers competitive compensation, relocation assistance, a discretionary bonus, and generous employee benefits; major medical, dental, health, vision, 401K, vacation and sick time, tuition reimbursement, and more!

INFICON is committed to ensuring that our online application process provides an equal opportunity to all job seekers that apply without regard to race, religion, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship, gender, age, protected veteran status, disability status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic. A notice describing Federal equal employment opportunity laws is available here to reaffirm this commitment. Any contact that would like to request a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application process should [e-mail] .

INFICON, Inc. strictly complies with all aspects of the Export Administration Regulations ('EAR'), including those sections dealing with deemed exports to foreign nationals.