Semiconductor Applications Engineer - USA Remote

INFICON is a leading provider of innovative instrumentation, critical sensor technologies, and Smart Manufacturing/Industry 4.0 software solutions that enhance productivity and quality of tools, processes, and complete factories. These analysis, measurement and control products are essential for gas leak detection in air conditioning/refrigeration and automotive manufacturing. They are vital to equipment manufacturers and end-users in the complex fabrication of semiconductors and thin film coatings for optics, flat panel displays, solar cells and industrial vacuum coating applications. Other users of our vacuum-based processes include the life sciences, research, aerospace, packaging, heat treatment, laser cutting and many other industrial processes. We also leverage our expertise in vacuum technology to provide unique, toxic chemical analysis products for emergency response, security, and environmental health and safety. Position Overview:Perform deployment and application support for INFICON semiconductor products focusing on our FabGuard software for Fault Detection and Classification (FDC). This job involves both onsite and remote work at semiconductor fabs throughout the US and sometimes in Europe and Asia.You can be based essentially anywhere in the US.Position ResponsibilitiesDeploy and support INFICON''s FabGuard Software Create advanced data collection and analysis of tool-based Sensors, INFICON Sensors, and third-party Sensors for the purposes of Fault Detection and Classification 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, data integration, and advanced analysis techniques.Provide written and oral feedback to onsite Program Manager on weekly activities, customer requests, needs and requirements.Provide onsite training on INFICON products including software, hardware usage, and basic troubleshooting.Provide installation support of INFICON equipment as needed.Be able to support regional sales by providing technical demonstrations and presenting product offerings in technical presentations.QualificationsBachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, or related with 3 years of work experience in semiconductor or related area is required.Master of Science degree in Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, or related is preferred.Solid understanding of Semiconductor Processes and OEM tools including Lithography, PVD, CVD, ALD, Etch and CMP is required.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.Experience and understanding of Fault Detection and Classification (FDC), Statistical Process Control, Computer Networking, and Factory Automation in fabs is required.Experience with Tool Maintenance, Run-to-Run Control, and Industrial Engineering in fabs is preferred.Requires strong Analytical Skills and Critical Thinking to Solve Complex Problems.Requires strong organizational and computer skills.Must be able to work independently.Must be able to travel domestically and internationally, as FICON provides a dynamic work environment that promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion. Our employees experience on going green initiatives, flexible work hours, and a variety of health and wellness programs. INFICON''s forward thinking approach offers countless opportunities to design, support, and manufacture a diverse product portfolio that expands globally. Our Lean and Agile work environment offers a competitive salary, relocation assistance, a discretionary bonus and generous employee benefits; major medical, dental, health, vision, 401K, Open PTO, tuition reimbursement and more!EducationRequiredBachelors or better in Physics or related fieldBachelors or better in Chemistry or related fieldBachelors or better in Engineering or related fieldEqual Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with DisabilitiesThe contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor''s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Created: 2026-03-07