TEM Automation Engineer

Samsung Semiconductor; Taylor (TX); On-site; USD 71,000 - 252,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance and 401(k) matching

Onsite café(s) and workout facilities

Paid maternity and paternity leave

PTO + personal holidays and regularH

Wellness incentives

Job summary

Samsung Austin Semiconductor in Austin, TX is seeking an engineer to develop, optimize and maintain TEM analysis workflows, including automated sample prep, imaging and metrology. This role focuses on recipe creation and tool automation to boost throughput and quality.

You will operate and calibrate TEM tools, provide troubleshooting, and mentor peers while exploring new techniques to drive cost savings and performance.

Qualifications

• B.S. and above in Materials Science, Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Physics, Chemical Engineering or closely related discipline.
• 2+ years hands‑on experience on at least 2 of AMHS, SEM, FIB, TEM, Metrology.
• Fluent in python, recipe editor or other programming languages. Previous experience on recipe or software development is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Developing, optimizing and maintaining recipes for various tools using python, recipe editor or other similar programming tools.
• Performing basic operation, alignment, calibration and maintenance of the tools involved in fully automated TEM analysis.
• Providing timely support for recipe troubleshooting.
• Learning new techniques and provide training to peer engineers/technicians
• Identifying new opportunities and lead projects to improve the analytical work in terms of capability, quality, efficiency and cost saving

Skills

Python

AMHS

SEM

FIB

TEM

Metrology

Education

B.S. or higher in Materials Science or related engineering/physics

Job description

About Samsung Austin Semiconductor

Samsung is a world leader in advanced semiconductor technology, founded on the belief that the pursuit of excellence creates a better world. At Samsung Austin Semiconductor, we are Innovating Today to Power the Devices of Tomorrow.

About Samsung Austin Semiconductor

Samsung is a world leader in advanced semiconductor technology, founded on the belief that the pursuit of excellence creates a better world. At Samsung Austin Semiconductor, we are Innovating Today to Power the Devices of Tomorrow.

Come innovate with us!

Position Summary

The primary function of this new engineer position is to develop, optimize and maintain recipes for various tools and processes involved in fully automated TEM analysis workflow, including but not limited to automated TEM sample preparation using focused ion beam, automated TEM imaging and automated measurement of critical dimensions.

Additional functions of this engineer position include basic tool operation, alignment, calibration & maintenance, development of software or automated processes for better throughput, quality & TAT, acceptance and provision of peer trainings.

Role And Responsibilities

Here's what you'll be responsible for:

• Developing, optimizing and maintaining recipes for various tools using python, recipe editor or other similar programming tools.
• Performing basic operation, alignment, calibration and maintenance of the tools involved in fully automated TEM analysis.
• Providing timely support for recipe troubleshooting.
• Learning new techniques and provide training to peer engineers/technicians
• Identifying new opportunities and lead projects to improve the analytical work in terms of capability, quality, efficiency and cost saving

Skills And Qualifications

Here's what you'll need:

• B.S. and above in Materials Science, Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Physics, Chemical Engineering or closely related discipline.
• 2+ years of hands‑on experience on at least 2 of the following: AMHS, SEM, FIB, TEM, Metrology.
• Fluent in python, recipe editor or other programming languages. Previous experience on recipe or software development is a plus.

The current base salary range for this role is between $71,000 to $252,000. Individual base pay rates will depend on factors including duties, work location, education, skills, qualifications and experience. Total compensation for this position will include a competitive benefits package and may include participation in company incentive compensation programs, which are based on factors to include organizational and individual performance.

Total Rewards

At Samsung Austin Semiconductor, base pay is just one part of our total compensation package. The base compensation for this role will depend on education, experience, skills, and location.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance and 401(k) matching with immediate vesting
• Onsite café(s) and workout facilities
• Paid maternity and paternity leave
• Paid time off (PTO) + 2 personal holidays and 10 regular holidays
• Wellness incentives and MORE

Eligible full-time employees (salaried or hourly) may also receive MBO bonuses based on company, division, and individual performance.

All positions at Samsung Austin Semiconductor are full-time on-site.

U.S. Export Control Compliance

This role may require access to information subject to U.S. export control laws. Applicants must be authorized to access such information or eligible for government authorization.

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