Software Quality Assurance Engineer III

Axcelis Technologies, Inc.; Beverly (MA); On-site; USD 99,120 - 148,680; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Eligibility in the Axcelis Team Incentive bonus plan

Job summary

Axcelis Technologies, Inc. is looking for an SQA Engineer based in Beverly, MA. This position involves testing software controls for Ion Implanters used in semiconductor wafer processing. Responsibilities include developing test case matrices and operating Ion Implant equipment.

Candidates should possess a Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering, and have strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Compensation ranges between $99,120 and $148,680 annually, with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Experience with testing software control in the semiconductor environment.
• Familiarity with high vacuum systems and semiconductor processes.
• Ability to solder electronic components and crimp electrical wires.

Responsibilities

• Develop and validate test case matrices for all hardware and software requirements.
• Operate Ion implant equipment for hardware and software validation.
• Document issues in a defect tracking system with clear problem statements.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Verbal and writing skills

Knowledge of High-Voltage Systems

Knowledge of Hardware communication protocols

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Electrical, Mechanical, or a related engineering discipline

Tools

Multimeter

Oscilloscope

Various hand tools

Job description

SQA Engineer

Job Description: This position involves the testing of software control of Ion Implanter developed for wafer processing produced by Axcelis Technologies.

Responsibilities

• Work in a team environment to review requirement and design
• Develop and validate test case matrices that cover all hardware and software requirements with focus on customer use case.
• Develop and validate HW and SW installation procedure for release to internal and external customers.
• Operate Ion Implant equipment and Simulator system to perform hardware and software validation, and utilizing various test methodologies, tools, and applications.
• Perform thorough investigation of issues that arises during testing, identify root cause, and formulate containment, corrective, and preventive actions.
• Generate detailed daily report that captures all test results, as well as issues found.
• Document issues in a Defect Tracking system with a clear and concise problem statement, root cause, supporting data & log files, and provide steps to reproduce and expected behavior.
• Work in a clean room environment wearing a full clean room suite, and following clean protocol.

Skills / Knowledge / Ability

• Excellent verbal and writing skills with attention to details for reporting test results.
• Great analytical, problem solving, and troubleshooting skills for hardware and software failures.
• Ability to recognize equipment malfunction or operating problems, and provide detail report.
• Knowledge of High-Voltage & High Current Power Supplies, High Vacuum System, Electro Mechanical Robots, and Hardware communication protocols.
• Knowledge reading electrical schematic, and mechanical assembly drawing to perform installation and validation.
• Experience using Multimeter, Oscilloscope, and Various Hand tools.
• Experience soldering electronic components, and crimping electrical wires.

Desired

• Knowledge of Semiconductor Ion Implant Equipment or related Semiconductor equipment
• Semiconductor Industry Processes and Standards
• Semiconductor Factory Automation SECS/GEM SEMI Standard Electrical and Mechanical Design Standards
• SW Programming Language: C, C++, C#, Unix

Travel Requirement

Up to 10% travel: Domestic and International.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Electrical, Mechanical, or related engineering discipline.

Location

Beverly, MA. 100% onsite.

Equity Statement

It is the policy of Axcelis to provide equal opportunity in all areas of employment for all persons free from discrimination based on race, sex, religion, age, color, national origin, disability status, medical condition (including pregnancy), veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Axcelis will provide reasonable accommodation necessary to enable a disabled candidate or employee to perform the essential functions of the position, unless the accommodation would create an undue hardship for the Company.

Compensation

U.S. BASE SALARY RANGE $99,120.00 - $148,680.00. This base salary range reflects the typical compensation for this role across U.S. locations. Base pay is one part of our U.S. total compensation package which includes eligibility in the Axcelis Team Incentive bonus plan, and comprehensive benefits package (for regular employees working 20+ hours a week).