Field Service Engineer

Delve Search - Global Search Consultants is seeking a technically driven Field Service Engineer to support advanced semiconductor manufacturing equipment across Texas. The role involves installation, troubleshooting, and optimization of plasma processing and deposition systems, ensuring equipment performance and delivering expert-level customer support.

Responsibilities:

• Install, configure, and qualify Plasma Etch & CVD Deposition Systems at customer sites
• Perform system setup, calibration, testing, and acceptance activities
• Ensure tools meet operational and process performance requirements
• Diagnose and resolve complex equipment issues across:
• Electrical systems
• Mechanical assemblies
• RF power systems
• Vacuum technology
• Gas delivery systems
• Automation and control systems
• Perform preventative maintenance, repairs, upgrades, and system optimisation
• Act as the primary technical contact for customers, providing professional field support
• Deliver customer training on equipment operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting
• Build strong relationships with customer engineers and operators
• Support customers with plasma process optimisation and equipment performance improvements
• Provide technical insight into thin-film deposition and etching applications
• Collaborate with internal engineering, applications, and sales teams to resolve technical challenges
• Maintain accurate service reports, equipment history, and configuration records
• Support improvements to installation procedures, manuals, and technical documentation
• Provide feedback to engineering teams to improve future equipment designs

Requirements:

• 2+ years of hands-on experience supporting semiconductor process equipment
• Experience with semiconductor manufacturing systems, such as: Plasma etch, CVD / PECVD deposition, Vacuum processing equipment, Wafer handling systems
• Strong troubleshooting experience across electrical, mechanical, and software-controlled systems
• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related technical discipline
• An associate degree with strong relevant industry experience will also be considered
• Strong communication and customer-facing skills
• Ability to work independently in a field environment
• Comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced technical setting
• Willingness to travel extensively
• US Citizenship required
• Experience with one or more of the following is highly desirable: RF generators and matching networks
• Vacuum pumps and pressure control
• Gas delivery systems
• PLCs and automation systems
• Semiconductor robotics