Field Process Engineer - High Volume Manufacturing/Field Applications

Field Process Engineer - High Volume Manufacturing/Field ApplicationsOxford Instruments is seeking a Process Engineer – High Volume Manufacturing (HVM) / Field Applications to support advanced plasma processing systems across semiconductor manufacturing environments. This role blends field service expertise with process engineering ownership, supporting tool performance, customer acceptance, yield optimization, and uptime in 24/7 high-volume manufacturing (HVM) operations. This role is ideal for experienced engineers—particularly those from or with experience with Lam Research, Applied Materials, or Tokyo Electron (TEL)—who bring strong tool knowledge and want to expand into process optimization, troubleshooting leadership, and customer-facing engineering. The position requires hands-on engagement with plasma etch/deposition systems, vacuum systems, chamber maintenance, wet cleans, contamination control, and process recovery within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.Key ResponsibilitiesProcess Performance, Acceptance & SustainingLead tool validation, qualification, and customer acceptance activitiesVerify system performance against specificationsOptimize plasma processes for yield and throughputSupport production ramp into HVMDevelop process recipes as needed from existing starting pointsProcess & Equipment SupportSupport daily fab operationsMonitor chamber and tool performanceAnalyze trends and implement fixesKey Technical ActivitiesPlasma chamber mfg quals & cleans as neededVacuum, RF, electrical & PLC control troubleshootingProcess qualification excursion engineeringParticle mitigationRequired QualificationsBachelor's degree in STEM field3–8+ years experiencePlasma tool (dep or etch) experiencePLC control circuits troubleshooting skillsVacuum and RF knowledgePreferred QualificationsLam/Applied/TEL experienceICP/RIE/ALD/PECVD/ICPCVDHVM experienceContamination controlThin film metrology KPIsTool uptimeYield improvementSPC stabilityMTTR, MTBCCustomer satisfactionWork EnvironmentCleanroom PPEPhysically activeTravel up to 50%Compensation: The expected salary for this full-time, benefited position is between $100,000 - $120,000. The actual compensation will be determined considering factors such as relevant skills and experience and other factors permitted by law.