Application Engineer

Nova Measuring Instruments • Hillsboro, OR

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About The Position

Nova is looking for an Application Engineer who is a highly technical, motivated individual to support our growth in the semiconductor. The Application Engineer is someone who will engage with Nova customers to develop high-value, innovative optical metrology applications in semiconductor manufacturing; apply robust statistical techniques to optimize applications for the high-volume manufacturing (HVM) fab environment: and provide region support for new product introduction and evaluation activities (beta, head-to-head). Why Nova: Certified Great Place to Work: Recognized in 2022, 2023, 2024 and 2025 based on employee feedback, and consistently ranked among the Top 30 companies in our industry for workplace excellence. Customer-Focused Environment: Be the face of Nova. We value strong relationships, and you'll work closely with customers to understand their needs and deliver high-impact solutions. Culture of Continuous Learning: At Nova, growth never stops. You'll work with cutting-edge metrology tools, work with top engineers, and participate in ongoing industry training programs.

Requirements

• A degree in Engineering, Physics, Materials Science, or a related field. A graduate degree is preferred.
• Must have OCD modeling, data analysis and coding is preferred (e.g. MATLAB, Python).
• Fluency in English
• Solid understanding of semiconductor metrology and processing fundamentals is strongly preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with are required. experience in customer interaction is preferred.
• 2+ years of experience in the semiconductor industry
• Hands-on experience in semiconductor fabrication and a strong background in manufacturing processes (e.g., lithography, CMP, deposition, wet and dry etch) is preferred.
• Travel domestically and internationally, as required.

Responsibilities

• Innovate and Inspire: Develop cutting-edge customer solutions that highlight the revolutionary capabilities of next-generation metrology products.
• Collaborative Genius: Work hand-in-hand with top-tier algorithm, software, and engineering teams to analyze and troubleshoot advanced systems in a dynamic R D environment.
• Creative Excellence: Craft comprehensive supporting documentation, including detailed test procedures, captivating customer demo reports, and compelling marketing materials.
• Customer Champion: Deliver exceptional customer support for the seamless installation, maintenance, and continuous enhancement of Nova's state-of-the-art products.
• Tech Trendsetter: Stay ahead of the curve by keeping abreast of industry trends and emerging technologies, leveraging this knowledge to elevate and refine existing solutions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level