Engineer II, Equipment Engineering

ASM International$80K — $95K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline.
  • 1-3+ years of relevant experience in the semiconductor industry.
  • Hands-on experience with semiconductor equipment installation, maintenance, or troubleshooting.
  • Basic understanding of wafer fab operations, gas and vacuum systems, and equipment control concepts.
  • Familiarity with cleanroom or laboratory environments and safe handling of chemicals, gases, or related systems.

Responsibilities

  • Support installation, upgrade, troubleshooting, and preventive maintenance of R&D equipment.
  • Assist with first builds, bring-up, and testing of new products in collaboration with R&D and facilities teams.
  • Perform hands-on troubleshooting and root cause analysis to restore and maintain equipment performance and uptime.
  • Support daily operation and monitoring of R&D lab equipment.
  • Collaborate with Hardware, Electrical, Process, and Software engineers during equipment development phases.
  • Follow established best-known methods (BKM) and support documentation of maintenance procedures.
  • Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance equipment reliability and efficiency.

Benefits

  • Collaborative R&D work environment.
  • Opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology in the semiconductor field.
  • Involvement in continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Development of hands-on technical expertise in advanced equipment.
  • Direct contribution to new product design and development activities.
Full Job Description
Job's mission

As an Engineer II, Equipment Engineering at ASM, you will support the development, installation, and stable operation of advanced R&D equipment in new product development.
This role is ideal for engineers who have a strong understanding of semiconductors equipment support and are ready to deepen their hands-on technical expertise within a collaborative R&D environment.

You will work closely with cross-functional engineering teams to ensure equipment reliability, safety, and performance, contributing directly to the successful execution of new product design and development activities

What you will be working on
  • Support installation, upgrade, troubleshooting, and preventive maintenance of R&D equipment during new product development
  • Assist with first builds, bring-up, and testing of new products in collaboration with R&D and facilities teams
  • Perform hands-on troubleshooting and root cause analysis to restore and maintain equipment performance and uptime
  • Support daily operation and monitoring of R&D lab equipment to ensure stable and reliable tool performance
  • Collaborate with Hardware, Electrical, Process, and Software engineers during equipment development and integration phases
  • Follow established best-known methods (BKM) and support documentation of service, preventive, and corrective maintenance procedures
  • Adhere to safety standards and standard operating procedures in all equipment-related activities
  • Escalate complex or recurring equipment issues to senior engineers as appropriate and support resolution efforts
  • Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance equipment reliability, efficiency, and usability


What we are looking for
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline
  • 1-3+ years of relevant experience in the semiconductor industry supporting equipment in R&D, lab, or manufacturing environments
  • Hands-on experience with semiconductor equipment installation, maintenance, or troubleshooting
  • Basic understanding of wafer fab operations, gas and vacuum systems, and equipment control concepts
  • Familiarity with cleanroom or laboratory environments and safe handling of chemicals, gases, or related systems


What sets you apart
  • Experience with deposition equipment such as PEALD, PECVD, or similar thin-film tools
  • Expertise to RF-induced plasma systems, electro-pneumatic controls, robotics, or microprocessor-based controllers
  • Experience supporting early-stage or first-of-kind equipment in an R&D environment
  • Strong troubleshooting mindset with a proactive, hands-on approach to problem solving


Apply today to be part of what's next.

We make the tech that enables the chips in devices which improve lives around the world. We do this with an eye to the future, pushing the boundaries of what's possible through cutting-edge innovation, and driving the next wave of technological breakthroughs that shape how we live, work, and connect.

To learn more about ASM, find us at asm.com and on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X and YouTube.

About ASM International

ASM International is a materials science company that provides solutions for the production of advanced materials. The company was founded in 1913 and is headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona. ASM International offers a range of products and services, including materials testing, analysis, and consulting. The company serves a variety of industries, including aerospace, automotive, and electronics. ASM International has operations in Europe, Asia, and North America.
Learn more about ASM International
Size
3,312 employees
Industry
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