Senior Application Engineer
About The Position
Nova is looking for an Sr. 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).
Requirements
- A degree in Engineering, Physics, Materials Science, or a related field. A graduate degree is preferred.
- Must have experience in OCD modeling, data analysis and coding (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.
Benefits
- Certified Great Place to Work: Recognized in 2022, 2023, and 2024 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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Industry
Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
