Semiconductor Process Technician – Thin Film / Etch (Night Shift)

Pay Rate: $29/hr
Location: Hillsboro, OR 97124
Worksite: 1800 NE 25th Avenue, Suite 10, Hillsboro, OR
Shift: Night Shift – Exact Hours to Be Confirmed
Schedule: 40 Hours per Week Listed
Employment Type: Contract / Contingent Position
Contract Duration: November 9, 2026 – November 5, 2027
Work Arrangement: 100% Onsite
Openings: 2

Position Overview

We are seeking experienced Semiconductor Process Technicians to support process engineering, equipment qualification, and semiconductor manufacturing operations in Hillsboro, Oregon.

This hands-on technical position involves conducting process experiments, operating semiconductor processing equipment, performing metrology measurements, troubleshooting equipment issues, and supporting preventative and unscheduled maintenance.

The ideal candidate has 3–4 years of semiconductor processing experience in thin-film deposition or etch, along with practical experience troubleshooting and maintaining vacuum-based process equipment.

Candidates with experience in semiconductor fabrication facilities, cleanroom manufacturing, process engineering support, or semiconductor equipment maintenance are encouraged to apply.

Key Responsibilities

Semiconductor Process Engineering Support

• Perform technical tests and experiments in support of semiconductor process engineering activities.

• Set up and operate semiconductor processing equipment for testing, qualification, and experimentation.

• Execute process experiments and assist with process optimization.

• Adjust equipment hardware and software parameters to troubleshoot issues or complete experimental procedures.

• Support engineering teams in identifying and resolving process and integration problems.

• Assist with equipment and process qualification activities.

Metrology & Process Measurement

• Operate semiconductor metrology equipment, including particle counters and film thickness measurement tools.

• Perform measurements to evaluate process performance and equipment qualification.

• Collect, document, and analyze test results.

• Prepare technical records, charts, graphs, and reports.

• Support process optimization through accurate testing and measurement.

• Maintain detailed documentation of experiments and equipment performance.

Equipment Troubleshooting & Maintenance

• Troubleshoot vacuum-based semiconductor processing equipment.

• Perform basic electrical and mechanical troubleshooting.

• Identify equipment issues and assist with corrective actions.

• Perform preventative maintenance on process equipment.

• Support unscheduled equipment maintenance and troubleshooting activities.

• Work with engineering teams to resolve equipment performance and process-related problems.

Engineering Collaboration & Documentation

• Collaborate with process engineers, equipment engineers, and other technical teams.

• Communicate experimental results, equipment issues, and troubleshooting findings.

• Document technical observations and process changes.

• Use Microsoft Office applications to prepare reports, spreadsheets, presentations, and technical documentation.

• Follow established engineering procedures, cleanroom protocols, and safety requirements.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 3–4 years of semiconductor processing experience involving thin-film deposition or etch processes.

• Experience troubleshooting and maintaining vacuum-based semiconductor processing equipment.

• Associate degree or equivalent qualification.

• Strong mechanical aptitude and hands-on technical skills.

• Ability to perform basic electrical and mechanical troubleshooting.

• Experience working with technical equipment and following established engineering procedures.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and able to work effectively with cross-functional engineering teams.

• Availability to work the required night shift.

Preferred Qualifications

• Semiconductor processing experience in a high-volume manufacturing facility.

• Experience supporting semiconductor process engineering or equipment engineering teams.

• Hands-on experience with thin-film deposition systems or etch equipment.

• Experience with particle counters, film thickness measurement systems, or other semiconductor metrology tools.

• Experience conducting process experiments and equipment qualification.

• Familiarity with preventative maintenance of vacuum-based process equipment.

• Experience working in semiconductor cleanroom environments.

Technical Equipment & Processes

Relevant experience may include:

• Semiconductor thin-film deposition

• Semiconductor etch processes

• Vacuum-based processing equipment

• Process equipment qualification

• Particle counting and contamination measurement

• Film thickness measurement

• Semiconductor metrology

• Process testing and experimentation

• Hardware and software parameter adjustments

• Electrical and mechanical troubleshooting

• Preventative and unscheduled equipment maintenance

• Technical reporting and data documentation

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

This position involves hands-on technical work in semiconductor manufacturing and cleanroom environments.

Candidates must be able to perform the following job-related activities, with reasonable accommodation where applicable:

• Work in confined spaces, awkward positions, and elevated work areas.

• Lift and carry objects weighing up to 35 pounds.

• Perform bending, stooping, crawling, and climbing as required.

• Walk significant distances during shifts, potentially exceeding 10,000 steps.

• Navigate multiple flights of stairs.

• Wear cleanroom garments for extended periods.

• Use required personal protective equipment, including safety glasses, safety shoes, and a bump cap.

• Follow established safety procedures when working around chemicals, electrical systems, high voltage, moving machinery, and other industrial hazards.

• Perform tasks requiring close visual inspection, color differentiation, depth perception, and visual focus.

Occasional travel to manufacturing facilities, training locations, or customer sites may be required, including overnight travel.

Work Schedule

Night Shift

• Onsite in Hillsboro, Oregon

• 40 hours per week listed in the requisition

• Exact shift start and end times to be confirmed

• Specific scheduled workdays to be confirmed

Interview Process

In-person interview required.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is an experienced semiconductor technician with a strong understanding of thin-film deposition or etch processes, vacuum equipment, metrology, and equipment troubleshooting.

This position is particularly well suited for candidates with backgrounds as:

• Semiconductor Process Technician

• Semiconductor Equipment Technician

• Thin Film Technician

• Etch Technician

• Process Engineering Technician

• Semiconductor Manufacturing Technician

• Vacuum Equipment Technician

• Metrology Technician

• Equipment Maintenance Technician

Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to protected characteristics under applicable law.