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Our breadth of offerings across the entire semiconductor value chain helps our customers solve ... Ability to travel domestic and internationally up to 50%+ (about half involve overnight stays)

Our breadth of offerings across the entire semiconductor value chain helps our customers solve ... Ability to travel domestic and internationally up to 50%+ (about half involve overnight stays)

This is a critical time for the semiconductor industry and for UCT - as technology evolves, we ... Overnight Travel: * Work may require out-of-town travel depending upon assignment (training and ...

This is a critical time for the semiconductor industry and for UCT - as technology evolves, we ... Overnight Travel: * Work may require out of town travel depending upon assignment (training and ...

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How much do overnight semiconductor engineer jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for overnight semiconductor engineer in the United States is $41.38, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $34.38 and $48.08 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

Is there a shortage of overnight semiconductor engineers?

The demand for overnight semiconductor engineers remains steady due to ongoing advancements in chip technology and manufacturing processes. Companies often seek engineers skilled in VHDL, FPGA design, and process control, with experience in 24-hour production environments, which can contribute to a competitive job market without a widespread shortage.

What is the difference between Overnight Semiconductor Engineer vs Day Shift Semiconductor Engineer?

AspectOvernight Semiconductor EngineerDay Shift Semiconductor Engineer
Work HoursTypically overnight shifts, e.g., 10 PM - 6 AMStandard daytime hours, e.g., 8 AM - 4 PM
Work EnvironmentLaboratory or manufacturing facilities during night hoursSame facilities during daytime hours
CredentialsSimilar technical skills, often requiring a degree in electrical engineering or related fieldSame credentials as overnight roles
Industry UsageCommon in 24/7 manufacturing plants and R&D labsStandard business hours in semiconductor companies

The main difference between an Overnight Semiconductor Engineer and a Day Shift Semiconductor Engineer lies in their work hours. Both roles require similar technical skills and credentials, but the overnight position involves working during night hours, often in 24/7 manufacturing or research environments. The choice depends on personal preference and work-life balance considerations.

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Infographic showing various Overnight Semiconductor Engineer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 67% Full Time, and 33% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $86,077 per year, or $41.4 per hour.

Field Service Engineer II - PVD Semiconductor

Canon U.S.A., Inc.

Hillsboro, OR • On-site

$29.20 - $43.73/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 7 days ago


Canon U.S.A. rating

7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

Based on 67 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

68th of 156 rated electronics manufacturers


Job description

About the Role
Are you seeking an opportunity to work with today's most advanced thin film processing tools? Anelva tools have been delivering cutting edge performance in thin films deposition (PVD) and enabling our customers to manufacture the most advanced hard disks and volatile memories/nonvolatile memories. We have an exciting opportunity in Hillsboro, OR to directly interface with customers to support their Anelva equipment in the field, which includes troubleshooting and installations.
This position performs technical support of high vacuum equipment for PVD and related robotics. The individual must understand and have experience with vacuum technology, general practices, and procedures in the semiconductor industry and successfully perform field service duties in a customer's clean room. Position provides on-call technical support, which may require off shift work.
This position requires full-time presence at your assigned office(s)/worksite(s)/territory.
Your Impact
- Responsible to monitor, inspect, setup, calibrate, and maintain semiconductor process equipment in the field to prevent equipment down time
- Troubleshoot hardware and software related issues and implement solutions
- Collect data for software related issues and discuss with headquarters in Japan
- Accurately document all maintenance activity and provide field service reports
- Install equipment control software and maintain record of software revision history
- Participate in the installation of equipment at customers' sites
- Monitor stock level of service parts and equipment to ensure adequate inventory is available for repair work
- Provide training and assistance to customer engineering team
- Effectively communicate with customers, Canon USA and Canon-Anelva Japan employees,
- Escalate serious or complicated repair problems to senior level team members
Please note: this is a customer-facing role, and requires compliance with customer policies and protocols, which may include COVID-19 vaccination and other measures relating to COVID-19
This position will require a 2-4 week trip to Japan for training during the first 6 months of employment. Candidate must have a valid passport.
About You: The Skills & Expertise You Bring
- Typically requires general education and/or vocational training plus 1 to 2 years of related experience.Associates degree or equivalent experience required (bachelor's preferred) plus 2-3 years experience.
- Candidates without AS or BS may be considered with equivalent experience in the same field
- Multi chamber cluster systems and robotics experience is highly preferred
- Ability to understand electrical and mechanical drawings for troubleshooting
- Experience with PLC and other software applications is a plus
- Ability to work independently following 3-6 months of on the job training
- Must have analytical skills for problem analysis and resolution
- May require upwards of 25% car, air and overnight travel (valid driver's license and acceptable driving record necessary)
- Decide on problem solving road map and follow methodical means to resolution
- Decide and recommend spare and consumable parts for PM's and repairs
- Job will require international travel for training
- Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record necessary. Additionally, because this position requires driving for company business as an essential function of the job, must remain in compliance with company safety guidelines and policies
- Requires ability to work flexible shifts, including compressed shifts as needed to meet customer requirements
- Requires ability to lift approx. 50 lbs.
- Bilingual Communication skills helpful but not required. (Japanese/English)
- Substantial amount of standing, walking, typing, grasping, talking and hearing.
Occasionally kneeling, crouching, stooping, reaching, pushing, pulling and climbing stairs or ladder.
The worker is required to have close visual acuity with or without corrective lenses for extensive reading; visual inspection involving small defects, small parts, and/or operation of machines (including inspection); using measurement devices; and/or assembly or fabrication parts at distances close to the eyes.
Working primarily in a cleanroom environment (wearing full clean room suit, facemask, gloves, safety glasses)
The work Environment may include a variety of physical conditions such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, electrical current, working on scaffolding and high places, exposure to chemicals, ultraviolet light and lasers, working in enclosed spaces, close quarters, narrow aisles or passageways.
The work environment may include working in highly time sensitive situations requiring quick resolution including equipment problems.
We are providing the anticipated hourly rate for this role: $29.20 - $43.73
Company Overview
About our Company -#CUSA
Workstyle Description
Full-Time On Site - This position requires full-time presence at your assigned office(s)/worksite(s)/territory on your scheduled work days.
Posting Tags
#PM19 #LI-NF1 #LI-ONSITE

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