Field Application Engineer - Advanced RF Power Systems

Job Description

Job Description

Role: Field Application Engineer – Advanced RF Power Systems

Location: Seattle, WA with 40%+ travel (Domestic & International)
Shift: Day + On-Call

Salary: $80,000 - $170,000/yr DOE / GEO**

Eagle Harbor Technologies (EHT) is pioneering novel RF generator power systems, delivering enhanced capabilities to the semiconductor industry. We’re looking for ambitious, intelligent, and visionary individuals who thrive in competitive environments, and want to help us achieve our bold, transformative goals.

We are seeking a highly motivated and technically skilled Field Application Engineer (FAE) to support our customers in the deployment, integration, and optimization of advanced RF power systems, primarily used in semiconductor manufacturing equipment and related high-technology industries. This role requires an understanding of electronics engineering, excellent customer-facing communication skills, and the ability to travel extensively to customer facilities worldwide. The ideal candidate will bring hands-on experience with semiconductor capital equipment and demonstrate a strong ability to interface between research, engineering, sales, and customer service teams.

Export Control Requirement:

Due to applicable export control laws and other regulations, policies and projects, candidates must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e., current Green Card holder).

Key Job Responsibilities:

• Serve as the primary technical interface between customers and internal engineering teams during the installation, commissioning, and support of advanced RF power systems
• Provide on-site engineering support, including system commissioning, configuration, testing, troubleshooting, and optimization
• Translate customer application requirements into actionable technical solutions
• Collaborate with research, engineering, product management, and sales to define and implement product improvements and customized solutions
• Conduct technical training for customers and internal stakeholders
• Gather and report customer feedback to influence product roadmaps and improve support processes
• Support pre-sales efforts through technical presentations, application assessments, and proof-of-concept evaluations
• Prepare and maintain detailed documentation including visit reports, issue logs, and system configuration data
• Communicate directly with key suppliers/vendors to ensure continued customer satisfaction with our products as well as component testing and validation

About This Team

Our field application engineering team works closely with our research, engineering, product management, and sales teams as key technical advocates for the customer. Deep technical aptitude, detail oriented customer focus and resourcefulness in the field defines this team.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a related technical field
• 3+ years of experience in semiconductor equipment support, including process power systems for DC, RF power conversion, and high voltage electronics
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently in dynamic customer environments
• Hands-on experience with test equipment (oscilloscopes, HV probes, impedance analyzers, etc.)
• Proven ability to manage technical projects and support multiple customers simultaneously
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
• Capable of 40%+ travel , including international trips, often on short notice

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working with or designing semiconductor manufacturing equipment (etch, deposition, ion implantation, or similar tools) is highly desirable
• Experience with high-voltage power supplies, RF systems, or plasma generation
• Familiarity with vacuum systems, cleanroom environments, and semiconductor fab protocols
• Knowledge of safety standards and practices for working with high-voltage or high-power systems
• Experience interpreting plasma diagnostics and semiconductor wafer metrology results
• Understanding of pulsed power systems, high-voltage electronics, or power conversion

EHT is an ethical employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.

**Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $80,000/year in our lowest geographic market up to $170,000/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. EHT is a total compensation company. Depending on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package offer, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits.