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Bruker

Title Production Technician

Eden Prairie, MN · On-site

$37K - $66K/yr

... Microscopy, and Canopy. We are currently searching for a Production Technician to help us enable ... Hysitron scanning probe nanomechanical test systems. Work at Bruker Nano in a production ...

Bruker Corporation

Production Technician

Eden Prairie, MN · On-site

$37K - $66K/yr

... Microscopy, and Canopy. We are currently searching for a Production Technician to help us enable ... Hysitron scanning probe nanomechanical test systems. Work at Bruker Nano in a production ...

Bruker

Production Technician

Eden Prairie, MN

$37K - $66K/yr

... Microscopy, and Canopy. We are currently searching for a Production Technician to help us enable ... Hysitron scanning probe nanomechanical test systems. Work at Bruker Nano in a production ...

Bruker Corporation

Production Technician

Eden Prairie, MN · On-site

$37K - $66K/yr

... Microscopy, and Canopy. We are currently searching for a Production Technician to help us enable ... Hysitron scanning probe nanomechanical test systems. Work at Bruker Nano in a production ...

UNAVAILABLE

Production Technician

Eden Prairie, MN

$37K - $66K/yr

... Microscopy, and Canopy. We are currently searching for a Production Technician to help us enable ... Hysitron scanning probe nanomechanical test systems. Work at Bruker Nano in a production ...

UNAVAILABLE

Test Technician

Santa Barbara, CA

$21 - $36.50/hr

Background in scanning probe/atomic force microscopy or FTIR preferred * Mechanical design and electronics aptitude * Detail oriented and self-starter attitude * Ability to excel in a fast-paced ...

Bruker

Test Technician II

Santa Barbara, CA

$18 - $31.75/hr

Background in scanning probe/atomic force microscopy preferred * Mechanical design and electronics aptitude * Detail oriented and self-starter attitude * Ability to excel in a fast-paced customer ...

Bruker Corporation

Test Technician II

Santa Barbara, CA · On-site

$18 - $31.75/hr

Background in scanning probe/atomic force microscopy preferred * Mechanical design and electronics aptitude * Detail oriented and self-starter attitude * Ability to excel in a fast-paced customer ...

Bruker

Test Technician

Santa Barbara, CA

$21 - $36.50/hr

Background in scanning probe/atomic force microscopy or FTIR preferred * Mechanical design and electronics aptitude * Detail oriented and self-starter attitude * Ability to excel in a fast-paced ...

Bruker

Title Test Technician

Santa Barbara, CA · On-site

$21 - $36.50/hr

Background in scanning probe/atomic force microscopy or FTIR preferred * Mechanical design and electronics aptitude * Detail oriented and self-starter attitude * Ability to excel in a fast-paced ...

Bruker Corporation

Test Technician II

Santa Barbara, CA · On-site

$18 - $31.75/hr

Background in scanning probe/atomic force microscopy preferred * Mechanical design and electronics aptitude * Detail oriented and self-starter attitude * Ability to excel in a fast-paced customer ...

Bruker Corporation

Test Technician

Santa Barbara, CA · On-site

$21 - $36.50/hr

Background in scanning probe/atomic force microscopy or FTIR preferred * Mechanical design and electronics aptitude * Detail oriented and self-starter attitude * Ability to excel in a fast-paced ...

UNAVAILABLE

Test Technician II

Santa Barbara, CA

$18 - $31.75/hr

Background in scanning probe/atomic force microscopy preferred * Mechanical design and electronics aptitude * Detail oriented and self-starter attitude * Ability to excel in a fast-paced customer ...

Bruker

Title Test Technician II

Santa Barbara, CA · On-site

$18 - $31.75/hr

Background in scanning probe/atomic force microscopy preferred * Mechanical design and electronics aptitude * Detail oriented and self-starter attitude * Ability to excel in a fast-paced customer ...

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What is the difference between Scanning Probe Microscopy vs Atomic Force Microscopy?

AspectScanning Probe MicroscopyAtomic Force Microscopy
CredentialsTypically requires a degree in physics, materials science, or engineeringSame as SPM, often with specialized training in AFM techniques
Work EnvironmentLaboratories, research institutions, industrial R&DSimilar environments, often in nanotechnology and materials research
Industry UsageUsed across nanotechnology, materials science, biologyPrimarily in nanotech, surface science, and biomaterials

Scanning Probe Microscopy (SPM) is a broad category that includes Atomic Force Microscopy (AFM). While SPM encompasses various techniques, AFM is a specific type that uses a cantilever with a sharp tip to scan surfaces at the nanoscale. Both roles require similar credentials and work environments, but AFM specialists focus specifically on atomic-level surface characterization.

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Field Service Engineer - USA

Nearfield Instruments

Portland, OR • On-site

Full-time

Posted 28 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Service semiconductor metrology systems in the customer's fab, including performing periodic and preventive maintenance.

  • Plan and execute hardware and software upgrades on NFI products.

  • Troubleshoot problems on NFI products, document service and test progress, and propose or implement solutions for issues encountered during service or upgrades.

Job description

Nearfield Instruments (NFI) brings together the most creative minds in science and technology. We develop a revolutionary high throughput Scanning Probe Microscopy system enabling atom-scale resolution 3D metrology at industry-level throughput, based on three pillars:
• Unrivaled measurement speed
• Parallelization capability
• Advanced measurement modes
At NFI, we design, develop, integrate, market and service these advanced metrology machines. This enables the world's leading chipmakers to increase production yields, and functionality of their microchips which you find in cars, phones, server farms and other locations. We aim to develop leading-edge metrology systems, to be installed at the customer site, within specifications, on time, with quality exceeding the customer's expectations.
OUR CORE VALUES
• lead, not follow
• open and honest
• empowerment and trust
• passion and determination
• fun and open-minded
• "to boldly go"
What will you be doing?
As a Field Service Engineer, you will service our semiconductor metrology systems in the customer's fab and are responsible for periodic and preventive maintenance on our products. Besides that you will be involved in planning and executing hardware and software upgrades upgrades. You are the eyes and ears of Nearfield in the fab so value your input not just about our products but also what you hear about unmet customer needs or where we need to improve compared to our competition. To ensure we all learn from each other and improve our ways of working, contributing to structural improvements, adjusting our procedures, updating the issue database, and in general suggesting how we can do better is not only appreciated but also expected at Nearfield.
• When required, order spare parts and tools from NFI headquarters.
• Inspection and registration of delivered spare parts and consumables.
• Prepare facilities, tools, procedures and system for service and upgrade.
• Replace spare parts and / or upgrade spare parts using procedures and tools.
• Create test and calibration procedures for (sub)systems of NFI products.
• Execute tests on (sub)system level and document progress of service and test plans.
• Troubleshoot on NFI products in case of problems.
• Solve and/or report problems during service and come with improvement proposals.
• Execute and /or implement solution for problems during service or upgrade.
• Maintain the toolbox which includes inspect and cleaning tools and in case broken, replacing these tools.
What do we ask from you?
• Degree in a relevant field with some years of work experience in the Semiconductor industry.
• Strong knowledge of operation/applications of semiconductor metrology tools is required.
• Have 1+ years of field work experience with customer engagement experiences, or 1+ years' experience in IC processing/semiconductor equipment/ semiconductor industry or related field.
• Have a strong affinity with SW and controls understanding and troubleshooting.
• Preferably to have coding capability (Matlab, Python...etc.) for data analysis, visualization, and algorithm development.
• Flexible and capable of working in a high-tech environment. Working in Shift
• Excellent communication/presentation, organizational, analytical, and interpersonal skills.
• Candidate must be self-driven, independent, yet a strong team player.
• Academic/Industry AFM Knowledge is a plus.
• You have a good command of the English language, both written and oral.
What can you expect from us?
Besides a technically challenging role where you can utilize the full extent of your professional knowledge, we value your work-live balance and the time for some relaxation. We rely on each other's qualities, capabilities and we motivate one another to get the best out of ourselves and each other. We are here to support one another, and colleagues are there to help you. TEAM is very important, Together Everyone Achieves More!

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