Engineer II, Field Process

Step into a career with ASM, where cutting edge technology meets collaborative culture.

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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.

Job's Mission

As a Field Process Engineer, you will be responsible for supporting process development, optimization, and integration for ASM’s semiconductor manufacturing customers. Working closely with customers, internal business units, and engineering teams, you will contribute to resolving technical challenges, improving process performance, and supporting the introduction of new products and technologies.

Your technical expertise and customer-focused approach will contribute to customer satisfaction and the successful implementation of ASM’s process solutions.

What You Will Be Working On

Develop and optimize advanced thin-film deposition processes to meet customer requirements and product specifications.

Support customer process development projects and contribute to successful project execution.

Support new product introductions, new process qualifications, and technology transfer activities.

Investigate process, equipment, and integration-related technical issues and implement effective solutions.

Analyze experimental and production data to identify opportunities for process improvement and resolve technical issues.

Plan and execute process experiments, evaluations, and troubleshooting activities with a high degree of independence.

Collaborate with customers, Business Units (BU), and internal engineering teams to align on process requirements and implementation plans.

Support field escalations and quality investigations, including root-cause analysis and corrective actions.

Create and maintain technical documentation, reports, evaluation results, and application-related materials.

Drive continuous improvement activities related to process capability, productivity, yield, and equipment performance.

Participate in technical discussions with customers regarding technology roadmaps and future process requirements.

Share technical knowledge and best practices with other engineers and team members.

What We Are Looking For

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Material Science, Chemical Engineering, Physics, Semiconductor Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• Relevant hands-on experience in thin-film deposition or semiconductor process engineering.
• Experience with ALD, PEALD, CVD, PECVD, Epitaxy, Furnace, or related semiconductor processes is preferred.
• Ability to independently perform process development, technical analysis, experimentation, and customer support activities.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to address complex technical challenges.
• Ability to build effective working relationships with customers and internal stakeholders.
• Strong customer focus, ownership, and accountability for assigned projects and technical issues.
• Good verbal and written communication skills in Japanese and English, including the ability to communicate technical information effectively.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
• Willingness to work in a cleanroom environment while complying with safety requirements and PPE protocols.
• 職務概要（Job Mission）
• Field Process Engineerとして、ASMの半導体製造装置をご使用いただいているお客様に対し、プロセス開発、最適化、およびインテグレーションに関する技術サポートを担当していただきます。
• お客様、社内のBusiness Unit、および各エンジニアリングチームと密接に連携しながら、技術課題の解決、プロセス性能の向上、新製品・新技術の導入を支援します。
• 専門知識とお客様視点を活かし、顧客満足度の向上とASMのプロセスソリューションの円滑な導入に貢献していただくポジションです。
• 主な業務内容（What You Will Be Working On）
• 顧客要求や製品仕様を満たすための先端薄膜成膜プロセスの開発および最適化
• 顧客先におけるプロセス開発プロジェクトへの参画およびプロジェクト遂行の支援
• 新製品導入、新規プロセスの評価・立ち上げ、および技術移管活動の支援
• プロセス、装置、インテグレーションに関する技術課題の調査および改善策の実行
• 実験データや量産データの分析を通じた性能改善および技術課題の解決
• プロセス実験、評価、トラブルシューティングの計画および自主的な遂行
• 顧客、Business Unit（BU）、および社内エンジニアリングチームと連携したプロセス要件・導入計画の策定
• 顧客からの技術エスカレーションや品質問題への対応、原因解析および改善活動
• 技術文書、レポート、評価結果、およびアプリケーション関連資料の作成・管理
• プロセス能力、生産性、歩留まり、装置性能向上に向けた継続的な改善活動
• 顧客との技術ロードマップや将来のプロセス要件に関するディスカッションへの参加
• 他のエンジニアへの技術知識やベストプラクティスの共有
• 応募資格（What We Are Looking For）
• 材料科学、化学工学、物理学、半導体工学、または関連分野における学士号または修士号をお持ちの方
• 薄膜成膜技術または半導体プロセス分野における実務経験
• ALD、PEALD、CVD、PECVD、Epitaxy、Furnaceなどの半導体プロセス経験をお持ちの方歓迎
• プロセス開発、技術解析、実験、および顧客サポート業務を主体的に遂行できる方
• 複雑な技術課題に対応できる分析力および問題解決能力
• 顧客や社内関係者と良好な協力関係を構築できるコミュニケーション能力
• 顧客志向を持ち、担当するプロジェクトや技術課題に対してオーナーシップと責任感を持って取り組める方
• 日本語および英語によるコミュニケーション能力（技術内容を適切に説明できるレベル）
• Microsoft Office（特にExcel、PowerPoint）を使用した業務経験
• クリーンルーム環境での業務に抵抗がなく、安全基準およびPPE（個人用保護具）着用ルールを遵守できる方
• 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
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• 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 affiliation, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.