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Work is conducted in a highly controlled, clean-room environment. * Gowned and suited in PPE ... semiconductor markets. Diodes serves the consumer electronics, computing, communications ...

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Work is conducted in a highly controlled, clean-room environment. * Gowned and suited in PPE ... semiconductor markets. Diodes serves the consumer electronics, computing, communications ...

Sr. Structural Engineer

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$99K - $135K/yr

Experience with design and construction administration of semiconductor/clean room and/or industrial structures a plus * Experience designing with common construction materials: steel, concrete ...

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How much do semiconductor clean room jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 27, 2026, the average hourly pay for semiconductor clean room in the United States is $22.01, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.31 and $24.04 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a typical work environment like for someone in a Semiconductor Clean Room position?

Working in a semiconductor clean room involves spending most of your shift in highly controlled environments where contamination control is critical. Employees are required to wear specialized garments (often called 'bunny suits') and adhere to strict cleanliness protocols to protect sensitive electronic components. Team members generally work in shifts to ensure continuous manufacturing and may collaborate closely with engineers, inspectors, and maintenance staff. While the environment is quiet and the work is structured, attention to precise procedures and maintaining focus over long periods is essential. Many employers provide comprehensive training and clear advancement paths to roles such as lead technician or process engineer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Semiconductor Clean Room position, and why are they important?

To succeed in a Semiconductor Clean Room role, you need keen attention to detail, manual dexterity, and basic technical or scientific knowledge, often supported by a high school diploma or associate’s degree. Familiarity with cleanroom protocols, wafer fabrication tools, and safety certifications—such as ISO Class 5 or 6 cleanroom training—is highly valuable. Dependability, ability to follow strict procedures, and strong teamwork enhance performance in the fast-paced and regulated environment. These qualities are crucial for maintaining product quality, preventing contamination, and ensuring a safe, efficient production process.

What is a Semiconductor Clean Room job?

A Semiconductor Clean Room job involves working in a highly controlled environment where semiconductor wafers and microchips are manufactured. Employees follow strict cleanliness and contamination control protocols, wearing specialized protective clothing to prevent particles from affecting production. Duties may include operating and maintaining equipment, monitoring processes, and ensuring product quality. The role requires attention to detail, adherence to safety standards, and sometimes experience with cleanroom procedures.

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Infographic showing various Semiconductor Clean Room job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 13% Full Time, 61% Part Time, 25% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 90% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $45,782 per year, or $22 per hour.

Field Service Engineer II - Semiconductor

Upcoresolutions

San Jose, CA

Full-time

Posted 20 days ago


Job description

Are client is looking for someone 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 San Jose, CA to directly interface with customers to support their Anelva equipment in the field, which includes troubleshooting and installations.

This position performs technical support of the high vacuum equipment for PVD and related robotics. The individual must understand vacuum technology, general practices, and procedures within the semiconductor field and be able to apply such skills fluently to perform field service duties at customer's clean room. In addition, provide on-call technical support, which may require off shift work.

This position requires full-time presence at your assigned office(s)/worksite(s).

Responsibilities:

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

  • 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 headquarter 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 other technicians.
  • Effectively communicate with customers, Japan employees,
  • Escalate serious or complicated repair problems to senior level team members.

Qualifications:

  • HS Diploma, GED, or equivalent experience required. AA OR BS degree in a related field is preferred, plus 1-2 years of related experience (i.e. FSE or Technician position in a semiconductor equipment company or a technical position in the engineering field)
  • PVD or semiconductor vacuum equipment experience
  • 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
  • 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 may require domestic travel up to 25% and international travel for training.
  • May require considerable travel throughout sales territory (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
  • Position may require ability to work flexible shifts
  • 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.
    Substantial amount of driving required, sometime for multiple hours at a time.
    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.