Systems Engineer 3

Onto Innovation; Wilmington (MA); On-site; USD 97,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

Onto Innovation seeks a Systems Engineer 3 to independently contribute to support, maintenance, and development of complex automated optical inspection and metrology platforms for the semiconductor industry. The ideal candidate will have experience in optical instrumentation, motion control, and systems engineering.

The role requires collaboration across engineering, applications, and customer teams to qualify configurations, diagnose issues, and deliver robust solutions.

Qualifications

• Degree in Physics, Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in high-precision optical or semiconductor capital equipment or related industries.
• Proven experience working in cross-functional environments supporting product development, manufacturing, or field operations.
• Knowledge of optical inspection, metrology, spectroscopy, ellipsometry, and reflectometry is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Integrate hardware subsystems with software to enable functionality of products.
• Qualify new product configurations with emphasis on performance and reliability.
• Assess health and performance of installed systems in labs and on customer sites.
• Maintain and support engineering systems; diagnose and resolve issues with SMEs.
• Communicate status updates and technical findings to stakeholders and customers.
• Contribute to projects involving optical inspection and metrology systems with various optical technologies.
• Collaborate across cross-functional teams including customers, marketing, supply chain, manufacturing, service, and applications engineering.
• Document alignment, calibration, and repair procedures.
• Travel to customer locations (domestic and international) to support integration and troubleshooting (~20%).

Skills

Cross-functional collaboration

High-precision optical equipment

Travel readiness

Optical inspection/metrology knowledge

Education

Degree in Physics, Engineering, or Materials Science

Job description

Onto 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

We are seeking a Systems Engineer 3 to independently contribute to the support, maintenance, and development of complex automated optical inspection and metrology platforms for the semiconductor industry. The ideal candidate will have experience in several of the following areas: optical or imaging instrumentation, motion control systems, semiconductor inspection and metrology, systems/product/verification engineering, and creative problem-solving.

Key Responsibilities

• Integrate hardware subsystems with software to enable the desired functionality of existing and emerging products and technologies.
• Qualify new product configurations and specifications, with an emphasis on performance and reliability.
• Assess the health and performance of installed systems in engineering labs, applications labs, and customer sites.
• Maintain and support engineering and applications systems; diagnose and resolve system issues independently or in collaboration with subject matter experts.
• Communicate status updates and technical findings to internal stakeholders and customers, as needed.
• Contribute to projects involving optical inspection and metrology systems utilizing a broad range of optical technologies.
• Collaborate effectively across cross-functional teams, including customers, marketing, supply chain, manufacturing, field service, and applications engineering
• Document alignment, calibration, and repair procedures.
• Travel to customer locations (domestic and international) to support integration, troubleshooting, and customer engagements (approximately 20%)

Qualifications

• A degree in Physics, Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field is preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in high-precision optical or semiconductor capital equipment, or related industries.
• Proven experience working in cross-functional environments supporting product development, manufacturing, or field operations.
• Knowledge of optical inspection, metrology, spectroscopy, ellipsometry, and reflectometry is a plus.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally (up to 20%).

Why 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

• $96,800.00 - $145,200.00, 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 Compliance

For 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).