ASM · 3 hours ago
HVM Field Process Engineer – PEALD, EPI, PECVD
Chandler, AZ
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior LevelASM is a leader in semiconductor innovation, committed to diversity and sustainability. The Field Process Engineer will provide on-site process expertise for advanced semiconductor technologies, focusing on process optimization and customer engagement.
ElectronicsManufacturingSemiconductor
Responsibilities
Lead process qualification and optimization during tool installation and ramp-up phases
Ensure customer process specifications, timelines, and ASM budget targets are met
Design and execute experiments (e.g., DOEs) to improve film quality, uniformity, and throughput
Provide structured troubleshooting and root cause analysis for process-related issues
Collaborate with customer process and hardware teams to drive continuous improvement and tool-to-tool matching
Document and share lessons learned across internal teams and global accounts
Build and maintain strong technical relationships with customer stakeholders
Anticipate customer needs and propose sustainable, long-term solutions
Support escalations with clear communication, action plans, and follow-through
Represent ASM’s technical capabilities with professionalism and integrity
Qualification
Required
Master's or PhD in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
Broad technical experience and business perspective preferably in the Semiconductor / Capital Equipment industry
Knowledge of and experience with semiconductor device applications, vacuum techniques, film characterization and metrology techniques, and deposition processes and equipment
Experience on ASM XP8-DCM/QCM process tool and/or Plasma etch process
Experience with advanced troubleshooting/structured problem analysis methodologies
Experience designing and conducting experiments, in addition to measuring and interpreting experimental output, aimed at fulfilling stated objectives using DOEs and statistical methods
Proactively support escalations, develop and manage action plans, and ensure clear communication between customer, service team, business unit, or other sub-suppliers
Ability to travel up to 25%, as necessary and possibly for extended periods of time for training and technical engagement, as well as to other Customer sites, as needed
In case of escalations, additional hours and working weekends may be required
Must understand the Intellectual Property boundaries between ASM and the Customer and be able to maintain IP, as appropriate, during all external and internal interactions
Preferred
Preference will be given to candidates who have a demonstrated history of working in HVM environments preferably with ASM equipment
Company
ASM
ASM is a supplier of semiconductor equipment, materials and process solutions addressing the wafer processing.
Founded in 1968
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
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unknown1981-05-22IPO
Leadership Team
Charles Dean del Prado
President & CEO
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