Engineering Technician (Process development/CMP/Production

ASM • Phoenix, AZ

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About The Position

ASM is seeking a hands-on, detail-oriented Process Technician to support its Applications and Process Development team in a fast-paced laboratory environment. The role supports development of advanced Atomic Layer Deposition (ALD) technologies for semiconductor manufacturing, including customer demonstrations, tool operations, and laboratory activities. The technician works collaboratively with engineers, technicians, and cross-functional stakeholders and must be safety-focused and adaptable to changing priorities.

Requirements

• High school diploma, or an associate degree, technical certification, military technical training, or equivalent experience in Engineering Technology, Electronics, Materials Science, Chemistry, Physics, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Ability to follow detailed procedures, experimental plans, and safety protocols.
• Ability to work effectively in a dynamic environment with changing priorities.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality execution.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Willingness to interface with engineers, technicians, and cross-functional stakeholders.
• Strong safety mindset and commitment to laboratory best practices.
• Continuous learning mindset and interest in advanced semiconductor technologies.

Nice To Haves

• Two or more years of hands-on experience in semiconductor manufacturing, semiconductor equipment, process development laboratories, or a related high-technology environment.
• Experience operating semiconductor process equipment in a production, engineering, or R&D setting.
• Basic understanding of semiconductor wafer processing and contamination control practices.
• Previous experience with tool ownership, process transfer, equipment qualification, or process sustainment activities.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain advanced ALD, CMP, and metrology production systems for process development, customer demonstrations, and technology qualification.
• Perform wafer handling, sample preparation, process execution, and post-process metrology.
• Execute process experiments, collect process data, and maintain accurate experimental records.
• Monitor tool performance and assist with routine preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and recovery activities.
• Support chamber qualification, process characterization, and tool matching.
• Participate in tool ownership, Best Known Method (BKM) development, laboratory sustaining, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Follow safety protocols for semiconductor process equipment, chemicals, gases, and facility systems.
• Cross-train across multiple process modules and characterization techniques.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED