Snr Engineer, Field Service- "I &II"

Job details

Step into a career with ASM, where cutting-edge technology meets collaborative culture. For over 55 years, ASM has been ahead of whats next, at the forefront of innovation and whats technologically possible. With more than 4,500 ASMers representing 70 nationalities, our people and our advanced semiconductor devices are playing a crucial role in trends such as 5G, cloud computing, AI, and autonomous driving. But were more than just a tech company. We value diversity, inclusion, and sustainability as we strive to make a positive impact on the world. Our development programs help support your growth, shaping your future and pushing the boundaries of innovation to unleash potential.

Jobs mission

Our Global Sales, Services & Spares IQ and Sustaining teams are seeking Senior Engineers I & II, Field Service (level will depend on experience, degree, and responsibilities) to join ASM at a customer site in Chandler, AZ. Domestic and International travel of at least 25% will be required for this role.

As a Senior Field Service Engineer at ASM, youll play a critical role in supporting the advanced semiconductor equipment that powers the worlds most transformative technologies. Youll take the lead on complex troubleshooting, guide and mentor engineers, and strengthen our partnerships by helping customers achieve stable, high-performance fabrication environments. Your expertise will make a direct impact on tool reliability, customer satisfaction, and the next generation of ASM technology.

Shifts available

Shift 4 (6pm-6am) - Sun-Tu and every other Saturday Shift 5 (6am-6pm) - Sun-Tu and every other Wednesday Shift 7 (6pm-6am) - Wed-Sat and every other Wednesday

Senior Engineer I, Field Service

Install, maintain, and repair ASM semiconductor equipment with minimal supervision. • Lead troubleshooting of complex tool or process issues using structured diagnostic methods. • Perform root-cause analysis and recommend targeted, data-driven corrective actions. • Review tool-performance data to identify trends, risks, or improvement opportunities. • Provide technical guidance and on-the-job coaching to less-experienced engineers. • Document service activities and support updates to procedures and best practices. • Communicate solutions, progress, and expectations clearly with customer engineers. • Participate in escalations alongside cross-functional ASM engineering teams.

Senior Engineer II, Field Service

Serve as the senior technical lead for equipment installation, performance optimization, and recovery. • Diagnose and resolve highly complex, multi-factor tool and process issues with limited guidance. • Lead advanced root-cause analysis and drive long-term corrective-action plans that influence global engineering improvements. • Own the customer-technical relationship: build trust, anticipate operational needs, and act as ASMs senior technical representative onsite. • Manage escalations end-to-end, aligning expectations, coordinating cross-functional teams, and communicating clear action plans. • Guide, mentor, and develop engineers through hands-on instruction, structured training, and knowledge-sharing. • Champion best practices and contribute to procedure development, improvements, and field-wide learning. • Provide detailed field insights to R&D, product, and design teams, including support for beta tools or early-option deployments.

Requirements

Senior Engineer I, Field Service

• Bachelors degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Electromechanical Engineering or related field with 6+ years of experience, OR a Masters degree with 4+ years of experience, OR PhD degree with 0+ years of experience.
• Experience of semiconductor field service or capital-equipment experience.
• Ability to interpret electronic and electromechanical schematics.
• Experience with structured troubleshooting methodologies.
• Knowledge of cleanroom and semiconductor safety protocols.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in fast-paced fab environments.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally (minimum 25%).
• Proficiency in MS Office.

Senior Engineer II, Field Service

• Bachelors degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Electromechanical Engineering or related field with 8+ years of experience, OR a Masters degree with 6+ years of experience, OR PhD degree with 4+ years of experience.
• Experience in semiconductor field service experience with demonstrated technical leadership.
• Advanced knowledge of tool architecture, control algorithms, and multi-factor troubleshooting.
• Proven ability to lead escalations and manage customer-technical relationships.
• Strong communication and mentorship capabilities.
• Ability to work autonomously while guiding and developing other engineers.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally.
• Proficiency in MS Office.

What sets you apart

Senior Engineer I, Field Service

• Experience supporting beta tools or early-option equipment.
• Knowledge of wafer-fab operations, robotics, vacuum systems, plasma, RF, or gas handling.
• Experience writing or updating procedures or technical documentation.
• Strong customer-service approach and organizational skills.
• Familiarity with structured problem-solving methods.

Senior Engineer II, Field Service

• Demonstrated leadership in complex troubleshooting programs or technical initiatives.
• Experience owning customer-technical relationships, including expectations and long-term partnership building.
• Strong capability in mentoring and developing field engineers.
• Hands-on expertise with fab robotics, vacuum systems, plasma, RF, or gas-delivery systems.
• Experience providing structured feedback to engineering or product teams.
• Experience evaluating or supporting beta-stage or early-option tools.

Apply today to be part of whats next.

We make the tech that enables the chips in devices which improve lives around the world. We do this with an eye to the future, pushing the boundaries of whats possible through cutting-edge innovation, and driving the next wave of technological breakthroughs that shape how we live, work, and connect.

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