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How much do semiconductor fse jobs pay per hour?

As of May 29, 2026, the average hourly pay for semiconductor fse in the United States is $25.19, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.43 and $29.33 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Semiconductor Field Service Engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Semiconductor Field Service Engineer, you need a solid background in electronics, mechanical systems, and semiconductor manufacturing processes, usually supported by an engineering degree or relevant technical training. Familiarity with diagnostic tools, semiconductor fabrication equipment, and industry-standard software like SEMI EDA or equipment control systems is typically required. Strong problem-solving abilities, effective communication, and customer service skills help you excel in troubleshooting and support roles. These skills are crucial for ensuring equipment uptime, maintaining client satisfaction, and supporting efficient semiconductor production.

What are some typical challenges Semiconductor Field Service Engineers face when supporting customers onsite?

Semiconductor Field Service Engineers often encounter challenges like troubleshooting complex equipment under tight production schedules and adapting to rapidly changing technology. They must quickly diagnose issues, sometimes with limited information, and communicate technical solutions clearly to both engineers and non-technical staff at customer sites. Balancing multiple service calls and maintaining strong customer relationships are also key aspects of the role. Effective collaboration with both internal support teams and client personnel is crucial to ensuring minimal equipment downtime.

What is a Semiconductor FSE?

A Semiconductor FSE, or Field Service Engineer, is a professional who installs, maintains, troubleshoots, and repairs semiconductor manufacturing equipment at client sites. They serve as a technical expert for the machines used in producing semiconductor chips, ensuring optimal performance and minimal downtime. FSEs also provide training and support to customer staff, help with equipment upgrades, and often travel to different manufacturing facilities as needed.

What is the difference between Semiconductor Fse vs Semiconductor Technician?

AspectSemiconductor FseSemiconductor Technician
CredentialsTypically requires a bachelor's degree in engineering or related fieldOften requires an associate degree or technical certification
Work EnvironmentField service settings, customer sites, manufacturing plantsManufacturing facilities, labs, or production lines
Job FocusInstalling, maintaining, troubleshooting equipment, customer supportOperating, testing, and maintaining semiconductor manufacturing equipment

The Semiconductor Fse and Semiconductor Technician roles share technical skills and work in similar environments, but Fse positions often involve more customer interaction and troubleshooting in the field, while Technicians focus on equipment operation and maintenance within manufacturing facilities.

Infographic showing various Semiconductor Fse job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 9% Locum Tenens, 1% As Needed, 86% Full Time, 2% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 38% Physical, and 62% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $52,387 per year, or $25.2 per hour.
Field Service Engineer II - PVD Semiconductor

Field Service Engineer II - PVD Semiconductor

Canon U.S.A., Inc.

San Jose, CA • On-site

$29.20 - $43.73/hr

Full-time

Posted 9 days ago


Canon U.S.A. rating

7.6

Company rating: 7.6 out of 10

Based on 64 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

66th of 137 rated electronics manufacturers


Job description

About the Role
This position performs support of high vacuum equipment for PVD and related robotics. Understanding of vacuum technology is helpful, general practices and procedures within the semiconductor field and apply these skills to perform field service duties in customers' clean rooms. Position will also provide on-call technical support, which may require off shift work.
If you are seeking an opportunity to work with advanced thin film processing tools this could be the position for you! Anelva tools have been delivering cutting edge performance in thin films deposition (PVD), enabling our customers to manufacture the most advanced hard disks and volatile memories/nonvolatile memories. This exciting opportunity is in San Jose, CA where you will directly interface with customers to support their Anelva equipment in the field, which includes troubleshooting and installations.
This position requires full-time presence at your assigned office(s)/worksite(s).
Your Impact
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, Canon USA and Canon-Anelva Japan employees,
- Escalate serious or complicated repair problems to senior level team members.
About You: The Skills & Expertise You Bring
- 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.
We are providing the anticipated rate for this role: $29.20 - 43.73 hourly
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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