TEM/FIB Metrology Microscopist — Night Shift

Lam Research Salzburg GmbH; Livermore (CA); On-site; USD 73,000 - 159,000; Full time

Job summary

Lam Research in Livermore, CA, is seeking a Metrology Process Engineer/microscopist to operate FEI/Thermo Fisher dual‑beam FIB tools and prepare TEM lamellae for imaging with in‑situ STEM detectors. This role supports a high‑volume workflow within Lam Microscopy Services.

You will collaborate with process engineers to locate regions of interest, optimize processing, interpret data, and contribute to new techniques while upholding data integrity and IP protection. Night shift hours apply.

Qualifications

• Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Physics, or a related field.
• Minimum 2 years of microscopy experience.
• Experience operating electron microscopes and dual-beam FIB tools.
• Familiarity with TEM sample preparation and data interpretation.

Responsibilities

• Prepare TEM lamellae using Thermo Fisher Helios dual-beam FIB tools and image with TEM.
• Set up, operate, and troubleshoot equipment.
• Handle sensitive customer samples and protect IP.
• Collaborate with process engineers to locate regions of interest and optimize processing.
• Maintain data integrity and valid results.
• Develop new sample processing techniques.
• Document learnings and train teammates.
• Foster inclusive, collaborative environment.
• Work schedule: night shift 10:30 PM–6:30 AM, Sun-Thu, 40 hours.

Tools

Electron microscopes

Dual-beam FIB tools

TEM sample preparation

Job description

Lam Research in Livermore, CA, is seeking a Metrology Process Engineer/microscopist to operate FEI/Thermo Fisher dual‑beam FIB tools and prepare TEM lamellae for imaging with in‑situ STEM detectors. This role supports a high‑volume workflow within Lam Microscopy Services.

You will collaborate with process engineers to locate regions of interest, optimize processing, interpret data, and contribute to new techniques while upholding data integrity and IP protection. Night shift hours apply.