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Senior Engineer I, Field Process

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asm logoAsm · > Oregon > Hillsboro
Full-timeOn-site2mo ago30+ days old, may be filled
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Requirements

  • MS degree with relevant internship, research, or academic project experience, or PhD with relevant academic, research, or internship experience in materials science, chemical engineering, or physics.
  • Hands-on experience through internships, research, or academic projects involving processing, developing, or characterizing thin films using thermal ALD, plasma ALD, plasma CVD, epitaxy, or LPCVD reactors.
  • Demonstrated troubleshooting and structured problem-analysis skills gained through internships, lab work, or research projects (e.g., KT, FMEA, Ishikawa, 7-step methodologies).
  • Experience designing, running, and interpreting DOEs and statistical experiments.
  • Familiarity with semiconductor device applications, vacuum techniques, metrology, and thin‑film characterization.
  • Ability to travel as needed for training and customer engagement; flexibility to support extended hours or weekends during qualifications or escalations.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills, able to explain complex concepts clearly.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and uphold IP boundaries.
  • What sets you apart
  • Internship, research, or academic experience with ASM ALD, PEALD, PECVD, epitaxy, or vertical furnace LPCVD equipment.
  • Demonstrated success optimizing deposition processes in research, pilot, or high-volume manufacturing-adjacent environments.
  • Exposure to customer-facing technical discussions, presentations, or technical reviews through internships or collaborative research.
  • Experience supporting process transfer, scale-up, or qualification activities in academic, pilot, or industrial settings.
  • Experience collaborating cross-functionally and contributing to structured action plans during technical challenges or escalations.
  • Apply today to be part of what's next.
  • To learn more about ASM, find us at asm.com and on LinkedIn , Facebook , Instagram, X and YouTube .
  • ASM is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, nationality, social or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender, gender identify or expression, marital status, pregnancy, political a

Additional Information

Step into a career with ASM, where cutting edge technology meets collaborative culture. For over 55 years ASM has been ahead of what's next, at the forefront of innovation and what's technologically possible. With more than 4,500 ASMers representing 70 nationalities, our people and our advanced semiconductor devices are playing a crucial role in trends such as 5G, cloud computing, AI, and autonomous driving. But we're more than just a tech company. We value diversity, inclusion and sustainability as we strive to make a positive impact on the world. Our development programs help support your growth, shaping your future and pushing the boundaries of innovation to unleash potential. As a Senior Engineer, Field Process, you will help expand ASM's advanced film technologies at our customer's Oregon site by developing, optimizing, and transferring innovative ALD, PEALD, PECVD, Epitaxy, and LPCVD processes. You will serve as the technical link between customer engineering teams and ASM's global Business Unit, ensuring new products and processes are introduced smoothly and successfully. Your work directly supports ASM's mission to accelerate next‑generation semiconductor manufacturing through collaboration, technical excellence, and customer partnership. What you will be working on MS degree with relevant internship, research, or academic project experience, or PhD with relevant academic, research, or internship experience in materials science, chemical engineering, or physics. Hands-on experience through internships, research, or academic projects involving processing, developing, or characterizing thin films using thermal ALD, plasma ALD, plasma CVD, epitaxy, or LPCVD reactors. Demonstrated troubleshooting and structured problem-analysis skills gained through internships, lab work, or research projects (e.g., KT, FMEA, Ishikawa, 7-step methodologies). Experience designing, running, and interpreting DOEs or statistical experiments in academic, research, or internship settings. Familiarity with semiconductor device applications, vacuum techniques, metrology, and thin film characterization through coursework, lab work, or internships. Willingness and ability to travel as needed for training and customer engagement; flexibility to support extended hours or weekends during qualifications or escalations. Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to clearly explain technical concepts. Ability to maintain confidentiality and uphold IP boundaries.


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