TEM Technician

Intel Corporation•Hillsboro, OR

4d•$70,670 - $99,770•Onsite

About The Position

The Process Integration and Yield Technician works in an electron microscopy lab supporting Intel’s advanced technology development. The position prepares ultra-thin specimens and/or performs transmission electron microscopy (TEM) analysis for process and product development, qualification, and failure analysis. Work uses dual-beam focused ion beam (FIB) equipment for TEM sample preparation and/or TEM equipment for imaging and analysis. The role performs technical functions supporting engineering activities such as fabrication, failure analysis, technology development, process development, and process integration. Work is carried out according to general instructions and prioritization, with some judgment required to resolve non-standard problems. The technician maintains necessary records and reports, performs related duties as required or directed, and continually upgrades their skills while learning from others. This is an on-site, hourly role based in Hillsboro, Oregon. The stated annual salary range is $70,670–$99,770, with individual pay determined by work location and factors such as skills, experience, and education or training.

Requirements

Possess at least one of the following: an associate’s or bachelor’s degree in a technical area such as electrical, mechanical, electronics technology, or material science (or a comparable field); at least one year of hands-on laboratory and/or manufacturing experience; a technical certification; or at least one year of military-relevant experience.

Nice To Haves

Hands-on sample preparation experience using FIB/SEM and/or experience operating transmission electron microscopy (TEM).

Responsibilities

Prepare ultra-thin specimens for TEM analysis.
Perform TEM imaging and analysis in support of process and product development, qualification, and failure analysis.
Conduct engineering tasks and detailed technical procedures using advanced focused-ion-beam and/or transmission electron microscope tools.
Support fabrication, failure analysis, technology development, process development, and process integration activities.
Follow general instructions and prioritization, using judgment to resolve non-standard problems.
Maintain necessary records and reports.
Continuously upgrade skills and learn from others.
Perform other related duties as required or directed.