Senior Field Applications Engineer

INFICON•Phoenix, AZ

13h•Remote

About The Position

Responsible for deployment of intelligent sensors, fault detection software, and new application development for US Field Applications Engineering group. The ideal candidate will be located in the Phoenix, AZ area but will work remotely and travel to customer sites. The successful candidate will work with INFICON's sales team to develop new opportunities and support projects at assigned accounts.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree in (Engineering, Physics, Chemistry or related sciences) with 2-5+ years’ work experience preferably in Semiconductors
Solid understanding of Semiconductor Processes and OEM tools including Lithography, PVD and CVD. Broad understanding of ALD, Etch and CMP is desirable.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills for both external and internal customer relationships.
Ability to adapt to various field situations and to foster strong relationships with internal and external customers.
Requires strong Analytical Skills and Critical Thinking to Solve Complex Problems
Ability to travel (approximately 20-25%), both domestically and internationally.

Nice To Haves

Broad understanding of ALD, Etch and CMP is desirable.

Responsibilities

Deploy and Support sensor integration and FabGuard Software Platform on broad array of semiconductor process equipment.
Create recipes and data analysis of tool based sensors (data), INFICON sensors and the customer’s sensors for the purposes of Fault Detection and Classification (FDC) using FabGuard
Provide technical assistance within areas of specialty for customers.
Provide written and oral feedback to the customer on applications work including process troubleshooting, recipe development, and installation procedures.
Identify unexplored process areas where INFICON sensors and software can add value to the customer.
Provide written and oral feedback to onsite account Manager on weekly activities, customer requests, needs and requirements.
Provide onsite training on INFICON products including FabGuard FDC software, INFICON hardware usage and basic troubleshooting.
Provide installation support of INFICON equipment as needed, which includes sensors, FabGuard software and He Leak Detectors.