Field Application Engineer

Job Title

Through dual-beam (FIB-SEM) analysis in the semiconductor field, you will help solve customers' physical analysis challenges and improve yield. You will support both wafer-based and small FIB-SEM platforms, leading on-site support, automation recipe development, and cross-functional collaboration. We welcome candidates passionate about maximizing customer value.

Key Responsibilities

• Comprehensive customer support (system installation, operator training, technical inquiries)
• Automation recipe development and operations support (including evaluation and implementation of new technologies/applications)
• Sales support (demos, evaluations, PoCs, technical proposals)
• Development and optimization of FIB-SEM applications
• Technical feedback and collaboration with Product Development and Marketing
• Yield improvement proposals and implementation based on physical analysis

Location

• Shinagawa, Tokyo, Japan (domestic and international travel up to 50% annually)

Required Qualifications

• Solid knowledge of semiconductor physics
• Hands-on experience operating semiconductor analytical equipment and understanding their mechanical architecture
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Physics, Semiconductor Engineering, Materials Science, or related field
• Practical experience in physical analysis/characterization in semiconductors or materials
• Experience operating FIB, SEM, or FIB-SEM systems
• Programming experience (automation, metrology, data processing, etc.)
• Business-level proficiency in Japanese and English (customer communication and technical documentation)
• Ability to plan, prioritize, and solve problems autonomously and collaboratively

Desired Traits

• Deliver customer value quickly using technology and data
• Balance on-site support and technology development to drive outcomes
• Strong cross-functional communication and collaboration