Snr Engineering Technician, Process Engineering

ASM•Phoenix, AZ

17d

About The Position

The Senior Process Technician owns the day-to-day operation of engineering and laboratory tools across multiple platforms. The role independently executes and prioritizes process, metrology, and tool-monitor work; leads first-line troubleshooting and tool recovery; and partners with engineers on root-cause analysis. The technician also serves as a technical resource and trainer for junior technicians, helping set standards for safety, quality, and laboratory discipline. The ideal candidate is organized, service-oriented, and comfortable in a fast-paced environment where priorities can shift throughout the day. Success requires attention to detail, effective communication, and the ability to balance multiple tasks while maintaining a positive, collaborative attitude.

Requirements

Associate degree or technical certification with 5+ years of relevant experience, or a bachelor's degree in a technical field with 0–1 years of experience.
Hands-on experience operating and troubleshooting semiconductor process or metrology equipment.
Experience following detailed procedures and work instructions.
Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
Ability to safely handle wafers, FOUPs, and laboratory materials.
Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office applications.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities across multiple engineers and projects.
Experience training or guiding other technicians.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a semiconductor laboratory or manufacturing environment.
Familiarity with metrology equipment and measurement techniques.
Experience supporting engineering development activities.
Basic understanding of process control and equipment monitoring.
Experience working in cleanroom environments.
Experience with vacuum systems, gas delivery, or RF/plasma (PECVD) equipment.
Familiarity with SPC and basic data analysis, such as Excel or JMP.

Responsibilities

Support daily laboratory operations by performing metrology measurements and collecting data.
Prepare FOUPs, handle wafers, and move materials according to established procedures.
Independently run process and metrology jobs across two or more tool platforms, prioritizing work to meet engineering and customer deadlines.
Own weekly tool monitors and health checks, review results, identify out-of-specification trends, and initiate corrective action.
Assist engineers with experiment setup, sample preparation, and data gathering.
Run post-maintenance process qualifications and monitor wafers to confirm tools meet process specifications before release for engineering use; coordinate tool-down and maintenance needs with equipment engineering.
Track and prioritize multiple work requests from engineers and stakeholders.
Accurately document completed work, tool status, and laboratory activities.
Author and maintain procedures, work instructions, and checklists.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe laboratory environment.
Lead first-line troubleshooting and recovery of tool issues, including wafer stops, handling faults, and process alarms; escalate issues with clear documentation when needed.
Collaborate with engineers on root-cause analysis and support cross-functional escalations.
Drive continuous improvement projects that increase laboratory throughput, uptime, or data quality.
Train, certify, and mentor junior technicians on tool operation, safety, and laboratory practices.