West Coast Field Service Engineer - Plasma & Semiconductor

Oxford Instruments EMEAI; California; Remote; USD 73,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Oxford Instruments Plasma Technology is seeking a Field Service Engineer for the West Coast region. You will install, service and optimize plasma etch and deposition systems, traveling across North America to customer sites.

You’ll lead commissioning, diagnose complex issues, train users, and work with engineering teams to improve performance. A strong background in RF/ICP and vacuum tech is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering or Physics, or 8 years of field service experience.
• 3+ years of field service experience in semiconductors and plasma equipment.
• Experience with plasma etch/deposition, cleanroom environments, vacuum systems and electro/mechanical troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Install and commission plasma systems including RIE, ICP, CVD, ALD, and related tech.
• Perform preventive/corrective maintenance and diagnose root causes of issues.
• Train customers and provide expert technical guidance to maximize uptime.
• Troubleshoot hardware, electrical, vacuum, RF, pneumatic, and software problems.
• Calibrate, upgrade, and document system performance; share knowledge across teams.

Skills

Field service experience

Semiconductor equipment

RF power systems

ICP/ICP‑CVD

Cleanroom familiarity

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering or Physics

8 years hands-on field service experience in semiconductor equipment

Tools

DVMs

LCR meters

RF power meters

Vacuum leak detectors

Job description

Oxford Instruments Plasma Technology is seeking a Field Service Engineer for the West Coast region. You will install, service and optimize plasma etch and deposition systems, traveling across North America to customer sites.

You’ll lead commissioning, diagnose complex issues, train users, and work with engineering teams to improve performance. A strong background in RF/ICP and vacuum tech is preferred.