Technical Trainer - Semiconductor Equipment (Photolithography / Field Service)

About the job Technical Trainer - Semiconductor Equipment (Photolithography / Field Service)


Overview

We are seeking a Technical Trainer / Course Development Specialist with strong semiconductor equipment and cleanroom experience to join our San Jose-based team. In this role, you will design, develop, and deliver technical training programs focused on photolithography equipment used in semiconductor manufacturing .

This is a hands-on position combining technical instruction, curriculum development, and field-level equipment expertise . You will work closely with customers, field service teams, and internal engineering groups to ensure high-quality training delivery and accurate technical documentation.

The role requires full-time onsite presence in a cleanroom and training facility environment .

Key Responsibilities

Technical Training Delivery

• Conduct instructor-led training for internal teams and external customers on photolithography equipment
• Deliver classroom and cleanroom-based training covering operation, installation, preventive maintenance, and troubleshooting
• Provide technical presentations and demonstrations in both onsite and customer environments

Course & Content Development

• Develop, update, and maintain technical training materials, manuals, and curricula
• Ensure training content is accurate, current, and aligned with equipment specifications and field service requirements
• Validate technical procedures in collaboration with engineering and field service teams

Equipment & Facility Support

• Operate, maintain, and prepare training equipment in cleanroom and laboratory settings
• Ensure training tools and systems are available and fully functional for demonstrations and instruction
• Support troubleshooting and verification of equipment performance

Customer & Stakeholder Engagement

• Interface with customers to assess training needs and collect feedback for program improvement
• Participate in technical discussions with internal teams to share knowledge and improve training effectiveness
• Support field service engineers by clarifying procedures and improving technical documentation

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Physics, or related technical field (or equivalent hands-on experience)
• 3-5 years of experience in semiconductor equipment, field service, or technical training
• Strong background in photolithography or semiconductor capital equipment (etch, deposition, CMP, or similar acceptable)
• Hands-on experience in cleanroom or fab environments
• Proven experience delivering technical training (classroom + lab/cleanroom settings)
• Field service or equipment maintenance experience with complex electro-mechanical systems
• Ability to develop and revise technical documentation or training materials
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Valid driver's license with the ability to travel up to 30-50%

Preferred Experience

• Prior experience as a technical trainer or instructor in semiconductor or industrial equipment
• Experience working with OEMs or wafer fab equipment vendors
• Strong mechanical/electrical troubleshooting skills using hand tools and diagnostic equipment
• Exposure to cleanroom protocols and semiconductor manufacturing processes
• Experience supporting customer-facing technical training programs

Work Environment

• On-site role in San Jose cleanroom and training facility
• Requires use of full cleanroom PPE (gown, mask, gloves, safety glasses)
• Work involves close visual inspection of equipment, precision components, and measurement tools
• Combination of classroom instruction, lab-based training, and equipment demonstrations

Travel & Schedule

• Approximately 30-50% travel, primarily domestic
• Occasional international travel (1-2 times per year)
• Travel durations typically 1-2 weeks per assignment
• Ability to work flexible shifts as needed for training schedules and customer needs

Why This Role

This position offers the opportunity to combine hands-on semiconductor equipment expertise with instructional leadership , supporting both customer success and internal capability development in a highly technical, fast-paced environment.