Sr Applications Engineer

JOB DESCRIPTION

Overview; Applications engineers are involved in assisting customers in setting up processes on Axcelis ion implantation and rapid thermal processing equipment. The positions require many of the same skills and knowledge that our customers' process engineers require in their jobs. The position is a high-level support function with process engineering and equipment characterization components.

• Essential responsibilities;
• Perform technical support for all segments of the organization
• Provide reactive and proactive technical support for customers including machine and process troubleshooting
• Perform individually or with peers on scientific or engineering projects
• Perform scientific or mathematical analysis and calculations
• Design / conduct / directs complex laboratory experiments / field tests to ascertain hitherto unknown information
• Interpret and communicate results
• Prepare detailed scientific reports and comprehensive proposals
• Contribute ideas which improve our product or processes
• Understand and interpret business and technology trends
• Publish technical papers, application notes, manuals and presents seminars to train others
• Perform other related duties or similar nature and complexity as directed
• Additional responsibilities;
• Evaluate and interpret technical papers, standards, specifications and emerging technology trends.
• Reviews and studies professional literature and other wise maintains and improves current technical skills
• Discuss and write about technical issues
• Provide guidance and information resources in order to train and develop others.
• Present technical results and product information at conferences and support of marketing and sales objectives
• Skills, Knowledge, Ability;

Ability to : Interface, negotiate, and coach customers on technical problems in both proactive and reactive mode. Apply scientific method to difficult problems. Logically analyze data and technical information. Design experiments and statistical process control techniques. Research information. Prepare technical written reports. Make corrective plans. Recommend changes in design standards and polices. Apply technical troubleshooting to customers. Demonstrate integrity and trust. Demonstrate creativity on the job. Organize work. Learn on the fly.

Knowledge of : Multiple aspects of semiconductor equipment subsystems. Basic implanter or RTP physics. Beam optics. Dosimetry systems, Vacuum technology. Temperature measurement systems. Semiconductor fabrication and device physics. Clean room protocols and wafer processing. Implant chemical analysis techniques. Implant and wafer metrology. Basic business, accounting & financial practices. Basic management techniques. Supervising others.

Skilled at : Using PC. Guiding others through technical issues. Personal communications. Delivering formal training & presentations. Interpreting engineering standards and forms. Applying knowledge to the solution of difficult problems. Written communication. Time management. Technical learning. Problem solving. Priority setting.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

It is the policy of Axcelis to provide equal opportunity in all areas of employment for all persons free from discrimination based on race, sex, religion, age, color, national origin, disability status, medical condition (including pregnancy), veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Axcelis will provide reasonable accommodation necessary to enable a disabled candidate or employee to perform the essential functions of the position, unless the accommodation would create an undue hardship for the Company.