Field Service Engineer - North Carolina

JST Manufacturing•Greensboro, NC

2d•Onsite

About The Position

JST is seeking a Field Service Engineer to provide technical support for semiconductor wet processing equipment at customer locations in North Carolina. The role focuses on troubleshooting, installation, maintenance, startup, commissioning, and qualification of automated wet bench systems. The engineer works with customers and internal engineering teams to diagnose equipment issues, perform repairs, and help ensure safe and efficient operation. The position includes hands-on work with mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and automated equipment; PLC systems and controls; equipment wiring and assembly; and plastic welding. The engineer provides onsite customer assistance, documents service activity and equipment changes, and collaborates with engineering and factory personnel on technical issues and system improvements. JST describes itself as an industry leader providing wet processing, drying, and chemical management tools for industries where cleanliness is critical, including semiconductors, electronics, flat panel displays, optoelectronics, and medical devices. Employees are expected to demonstrate integrity, simplicity, trust, respect, and shared risk. Applicants must be authorized to work for any U.S. employer; visa sponsorship is not available. Employment offers are contingent on required drug testing, and background checks may be conducted based on business necessity.

Requirements

Associate degree in Engineering, Technology, Electronics, Semiconductor Manufacturing, or a related technical field; or a bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical), Mathematics, Chemistry, or a related scientific field; or an equivalent combination of technical education and at least 5 years of relevant experience in semiconductor equipment, automation systems, or precision manufacturing.
Ability to safely lift, carry, push, or pull objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
Ability to walk, stand, and work on feet for the duration of a shift.
Ability to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach with hands and arms, grasp, handle, and operate hand tools, power tools, or controls.
Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States; visa sponsorship is not available.
Must submit to required pre-employment drug testing and satisfy the company’s substance and alcohol testing requirements.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree or higher in Engineering or a related scientific discipline.
Experience with semiconductor processing equipment, PLCs, or automated systems.
Experience with equipment installation, commissioning, troubleshooting, or field service.
Professional certifications or specialized training in relevant technical areas.

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot and resolve mechanical, electrical, and automated equipment issues using diagnostic tools and technical documentation.
Read and interpret P&IDs, electrical schematics, engineering drawings, and equipment specifications.
Identify equipment failures and develop solutions to improve system performance and reliability.
Support installation, startup, commissioning, and qualification of semiconductor wet processing equipment.
Program, maintain, and troubleshoot PLC systems, including ladder logic and automated controls.
Verify equipment performance according to SEMI standards and customer specifications.
Provide onsite technical assistance to customers regarding equipment operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
Support equipment upgrades, modifications, retrofits, and process improvements.
Prepare service reports documenting equipment performance, troubleshooting findings, and recommended improvements.
Collaborate with engineering teams to identify equipment issues and recommend design improvements.
Perform point-to-point wiring, soldering, and electrical assembly according to engineering specifications.
Assemble, organize, and label electrical wiring and components.
Install and assemble valves, fittings, and plumbing components to ensure proper connections.
Perform plastic welding on PVC-C, PVDF, and Halar materials.
Identify, inspect, and troubleshoot electrical components, including relays, controllers, switches, motors, pumps, and drives.
Safely operate hand tools, power tools, multimeters, soldering equipment, crimpers, and other technical equipment.
Maintain effective communication between customers, engineering teams, and factory personnel.
Document service activities, equipment modifications, schematic updates, and blueprint changes.