Senior Technical Support Trainer - Semiconductor Manufacturing

Veeco Instruments Inc.; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 113,000 - 144,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision

Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

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

Job summary

Veeco Instruments Inc. seeks a hands-on Technical Instructor to build world-class manufacturing training programs and empower technical teams to work safely, accurately, and confidently.

This role strengthens our learning ecosystem across manufacturing, systems, and product training for advanced semiconductor equipment. The ideal candidate translates complex systems into clear, engaging training, collaborates with engineers and SMEs, and helps modernize curriculum while supporting career

Qualifications

• 8 years of related experience with a Bachelor's degree; or 6 years and a Master's degree.
• Technical background in the semiconductor or technical manufacturing field.
• Proven ability to design, write, and develop technical curriculum and instructional materials.
• Demonstrated success delivering effective training to manufacturing and engineering audiences.
• Strong ability to gather, organize, and present complex technical information clearly.
• Solid understanding of semiconductor manufacturing processes, equipment, systems, and tools.
• Familiarity with training development, learning evaluation, and performance reinforcement methods.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel; experience with LMS platforms preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop technical training materials for internal audiences; plan and schedule training sessions; deliver in-person and remote instruction; and reinforce correct execution of released manufacturing and system procedures.
• Deliver in-person technical training, including verbal and written knowledge checks to verify comprehension and procedural adherence.
• Deliver remote training using technical documentation, engineering drawings, models, simulators, and system walkthroughs.
• Train employees to correctly execute released manufacturing, process, and system procedures.
• Partner with subject matter experts (SMEs) to define learning objectives and convert complex technical content into effective training.
• Design and develop training materials and structured training packages aligned with adult learning principles.
• Create system-level training covering system architecture, functional operation, and hardware/software interfaces.
• Support manufacturing training needs including new hire onboarding, NPI, sub-assembly training, and career development.
• Assist Technical Writers in verifying procedure accuracy, safety, and compliance requirements.
• Support learning management, documentation, and training tracking systems.
• Identify legacy or incomplete training content requiring enhancement, modernization, or redevelopment.

Skills

Curriculum design

Technical instruction

Training delivery

SME collaboration

Learning management

Office suite (Word/PowerPoint/Excel)

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

LMS platforms

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.

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. Interested? Learn more at www.veeco.com/careers.

Location

US - CA - San Jose

Overview

Veeco is seeking a passionate, hands‑on Technical Instructor who is energized by building world‑class manufacturing training programs and empowering technical teams to do their best work safely, accurately, and confidently. This role is critical to strengthening our learning ecosystem across manufacturing, systems, and product training, particularly within advanced semiconductor equipment and processes.

The ideal candidate is both a technical expert and a learning professional. Someone who loves translating complex systems into clear, engaging training, enjoys partnering with engineers and SMEs, and thrives in environments where training maturity is evolving. You will play a key role in closing training gaps, modernizing curriculum, and supporting career development for manufacturing employees.

Responsibilities

Develop technical training materials for internal audiences; plan and schedule training sessions; deliver in‑person and remote instruction; and reinforce correct execution of released manufacturing and system procedures.

• Deliver in‑person technical training, including verbal and written knowledge checks to verify comprehension and procedural adherence.
• Deliver remote training using technical documentation, engineering drawings, models, simulators, and system walkthroughs.
• Train employees to correctly execute released manufacturing, process, and system procedures.
• Partner with subject matter experts (SMEs) to define learning objectives and convert complex technical content into effective training.
• Design and develop training materials and structured training packages aligned with adult learning principles.
• Create system‑level training covering system architecture, functional operation, and hardware/software interfaces.
• Support manufacturing training needs including new hire onboarding, NPI, sub‑assembly training, and career development.
• Assist Technical Writers in verifying procedure accuracy, safety, and compliance requirements.
• Support learning management, documentation, and training tracking systems.
• Identify legacy or incomplete training content requiring enhancement, modernization, or redevelopment.

Qualifications

8 years of related experience with a Bachelor's degree; or 6 years and a Master's degree.

Technical background in the semiconductor or technical manufacturing field.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Proven ability to design, write, and develop technical curriculum and instructional materials.
• Demonstrated success delivering effective training to manufacturing and engineering audiences.
• Strong ability to gather, organize, and present complex technical information clearly.
• Solid understanding of semiconductor manufacturing processes, equipment, systems, and tools.
• Knowledge of training development, learning evaluation, and performance reinforcement methods.
• Familiarity with manufacturing training drivers including safety, quality, product training, and compliance.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel; experience with LMS platforms preferred.

Salary and Benefits

The expected salary range for this position is $113,000 - 144,000, 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
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• 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

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.

Nearest Major Market: San Jose; Nearest Secondary Market: Palo Alto