Staff Applications Engineer

Onto Innovation Inc.; Milpitas (CA); On-site; USD 144,000 - 216,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) with employer match

Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP)

Job summary

Onto Innovation Inc. in Milpitas is seeking a Staff Applications Engineer to become a Subject Matter Expert on inspection products, supporting customers through application development and training.

The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience and a Bachelor’s degree in Science or Engineering, with strong communication and analytical skills. The position includes 10%-20% travel and offers a competitive salary and benefits package.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in related field.
• Ability to gather and analyze data and create clear reports.
• Adept at identifying and troubleshooting potential issues.

Responsibilities

• Become a Subject Matter Expert on Onto Innovation’s Inspection products.
• Support customer applications development activities.
• Provide support and applications training to customers.
• Develop system requirements to meet customer needs.
• Execute system level test plans to validate designs.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Data analysis and reporting

Troubleshooting hardware/software issues

Organization and planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Science or Engineering

Job description

## Staff Applications EngineerApplylocations: Milpitas-CAtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: R-6009Onto Innovation is a leader in process control, combining global scale with an expanded portfolio of leading-edge technologies that include: 3D metrology spanning the chip from nanometer-scale transistors to micron-level die-interconnects; macro defect inspection of wafers and packages; metal interconnect composition; factory analytics; and lithography for advanced semiconductor packaging. Our breadth of offerings across the entire semiconductor value chain helps our customers solve their most difficult yield, device performance, quality, and reliability issues. Onto Innovation strives to optimize customers’ critical path of progress by making them smarter, faster and more efficient.**Job Summary & Responsibilities*** Become a Subject Matter Expert on Onto Innovation’s Inspection products.* Support customer applications development activities that require full understanding of the system set-up, inspection of customer’s product, confirmation of optimal and accurate results, and presentation of results* Work closely with internal and external customers to understand their requirements and challenges and ensure that Onto Innovation's systems are configured and utilized optimally* Provide support and applications training to customers as well as various internal functional groups to ensure systems are being used effectively* Develop system requirements that meet customer requirements and product definitions provided by other departments* Assist in developing and executing system level test plans to validate that the engineering designs meet customer requirements* Compile and assist in the presentation of test data collected during design validations to a peer group of engineers* Contribute to documentation for use in the manufacture, installation, technical support and training related to the final design* Support engineering products through entire life cycle* Support training, application support, and characterization of NPI (new product introduction)* 10%-20% domestic and international travel required.**Qualifications*** 5+ Years of experience in related field* Bachelor’s degree in Science or Engineering* Strong communication skills (verbal and written)* Ability to gather and analyze data and then create clear reports and presentations* Ability to identify and troubleshoot potential hardware or software performance issues* Able to efficiently gain expertise on products in a fast-paced environment* Good organization and planning skillsWhy Join Onto Innovation?At Onto Innovation, we believe your work should matter—and so should your well-being. That’s why we offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you and your family. From health, dental, and vision coverage to life and disability insurance, PTO, and a 401(k) with employer match, we’ve got you covered. You’ll also enjoy access to our Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP), wellness initiatives, and cutting-edge tools—all within a collaborative, inclusive culture where your contributions are valued and recognized.**Compensation & Growth**• Base Salary Range:$144,000.00 - $216,000.00, offered in good faith and based on experience, location, and qualifications.* Additional Rewards: Annual bonus opportunities and potential long-term incentives tied to both company and individual success.Empowering Every Voice to Shape the Future:Onto Innovation is committed to creating a workplace where every qualified candidate has an equal opportunity to succeed. We evaluate applicants based on skills, experience, and potential - without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We believe diversity of thought and background drives innovation and strengthens our team.Important Note on Export ComplianceFor certain positions requiring access to technical data, U.S. export licensing review may be necessary for applicants who are not U.S. Citizens, Permanent Residents, or other protected persons under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).### About UsOnto Innovation is a leader in process control, combining global scale with an expanded portfolio of leading-edge technologies that include: 3D metrology spanning the chip from nanometer-scale transistors to micron-level die-interconnects; macro defect inspection of wafers and packages; metal interconnect composition; factory analytics; and lithography for advanced semiconductor packaging.Our breadth of offerings across the entire semiconductor value chain help our customers solve their most difficult yield, device performance, quality, and reliability issues. Onto Innovation strives to optimize customers’ critical path of progress by making them smarter, faster and more efficient. Headquartered in Wilmington, Massachusetts, Onto Innovation supports customers with a worldwide sales and service organization. Additional information can be found at http://www.ontoinnovation.com.