1804223 - Field Service Engineer Lithography/Photomask Engineer III

Who We Are

Applied Materials is the global leader in materials science and engineering solutions that are at the foundation of virtually every new semiconductor chip and advanced display in the world. The equipment that we create and service is essential to advancing AI and accelerating the commercialization of next-generation semiconductor chips. Join us and push the boundaries of materials science and engineering in a company at the foundation of the electronics industry. The work we do together advances the world’s technology. 

What We Offer

Salary:

$37.00 - $51.20

Location:

Boise,ID

You’ll benefit from a supportive work culture that encourages you to learn, develop, and grow your career as you take on challenges and drive innovative solutions for our customers. We empower our team to push the boundaries of what is possible—while learning every day in a supportive leading global company. Visit our Careers website to learn more. 

At Applied Materials, we care about the health and wellbeing of our employees. We’re committed to providing programs and support that encourage personal and professional growth and care for you at work, at home, or wherever you may go. Learn more about our benefits. 

As a Field Service Engineer [Customer Engineer] at Applied Materials, you serve as the direct liaison with customers, collaborating closely to install, maintain, and upgrade equipment. You'll use digital analytics for troubleshooting and apply basic diagnostic techniques to assess and address technical issues. Your responsibilities include performing preventative and corrective maintenance on various systems such as electrical, vacuum, mechanical, plasma, hydraulic, and gas systems. Additionally, you'll coordinate and communicate directly with customers to ensure smooth operations and exceptional service.

Key Responsibilities

Is proficient on primary toolset and demonstrates ability to acquire additional systems and applications.  Performs startup activities through Tier II with limited support.  Able to complete qualifications with minimal assistance.

Completes quality repairs.  Actively responds to fab issues by communicating with engineers in other locations and participating in escalation conference calls.  May initiate or participate in projects to drive down costs or increase uptime.    Ability to carry out action plans and report findings.  Verifies operational quality of system equipment.

Follows all checklists and procedures and ensures correct Revs of procedures and schematics are available prior to performing work.  May identify procedural issues.

Can perform most retrofits on equipment.  Assists in process issues.

Applies diagnostic techniques and the use of documentation and test equipment with assistance from senior engineers.

Assumes responsibility for  full customer satisfaction assuring excellent relations within assigned area.  Demonstrates strong interest and knowledge of the customer’s business.  Builds and maintains customer satisfaction through clear, consistent communication and the sharing of collective knowledge.  Is consistently able to operate in high pressure or ambiguous situations.  Solicits customer feedback.  Understands the impact of various actions/decisions on the account.  Is aware of potential dissatisfies and escalates as appropriate.  Develops and executes corrective action plans.

Performs BKM’s.  Actively engages in the use of knowledge management systems.  Complies with all IP guidelines.

Complies with all safety procedures and consistently demonstrates safety as a value.

Functional Knowledge

• Is skilled in a range of processes, procedures, systems and tool sets to carry out assigned tasks or has developed deep skills and knowledge of tools in a single area

Business Expertise

• Uses knowledge of how the team integrates with others to accomplish the team objectives
• Builds and maintains customer satisfaction through clear, consistent communication and the sharing of collective knowledge

Leadership

• Provides informal guidance and support to more junior team members

Problem Solving

• Provides solutions to problems in situations that are atypical or infrequently occurring based on practice and existing precedents or procedures

Impact

• Impacts the quality, timeliness and effectiveness of the team; uses discretion to modify work practices and processes to achieve results or improve efficiency

Interpersonal Skills

• Explains technical information within the team

Job Description

Role Responsibilities: 

• Install, maintain, and upgrade customer equipment
• Apply basic diagnostic techniques to assess equipment and address technical issues, with assistance from Senior Field Service Engineers [Customer Engineers]
• Collaborate with Senior Field Service Engineers [Customer Engineers] and/or the customer to understand roadmaps, process flows, inflection points, requirements, and business challenges 
• Train and mentor junior Field Service Engineers [Customer Engineers]
• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on electrical, vacuum, mechanical, plasma, hydraulic, and gas systems
• Coordinate and communicate directly with customers
• Fulfill additional duties, as assigned

Minimum Qualifications: 

• Completion of an Associate degree, military technical training, field service experience, or trade certification
• 4-7 years of work experience in semiconductor industry or other equipment support industry
• Advanced mechanical aptitude with optical systems, lasers, pneumatics, hydraulics, electronics, vacuum, and/or thermodynamics
• Strong knowledge of hand tools and their appropriate usage, including digital multimeters
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint 
• Possession of a valid driver’s license and the ability to obtain a passport, if travel is required.
• Able to meet all on-site requirements, including safety, environmental guidelines

Physical Requirements: 
This position often requires extensive walking, standing for extended periods of time, working in tight spaces, bending, squatting, twisting, kneeling, reaching, climbing stairs and ladders, working at height, lifting up to 35 lbs., the ability to distinguish between colors and working with electricity, the ability to work in an environment with noise that may be difficult for some individuals with sensitivity to noise, and the use of hand and power tools.  Additionally, because this position generally involves working in a clean room, it requires the use of appropriate Personal Protective Equipment such as coveralls, hoods, booties, safety glasses, gloves, respirators, chemical aprons, and face shields. 

Additional Information

Time Type:

Full time

Employee Type:

Assignee / Regular

Travel:

Yes, 20% of the Time

Relocation Eligible:

Yes

The salary offered to a selected candidate will be based on multiple factors including location, hire grade, job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and with consideration of internal equity of our current team members. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, candidates may be eligible for other forms of compensation such as participation in a bonus and a stock award program, as applicable.