The Applications Development Engineer will provide technical support, develop application-specific solutions, optimize products, maintain documentation, and manage project activities in semiconductor manufacturing.
Job Title: Applications Development Engineer
Location: Fremont, CA
Company Overview: Pivotal Systems is a leading innovator in the semiconductor industry, dedicated to providing solutions in gas delivery systems, mass flow control, and semiconductor manufacturing processes. We are seeking a skilled Applications Development Engineer to join our dynamic team and contribute to the development and optimization of our advanced technologies.
Position Overview: We are looking for a talented and motivated Applications Development Engineer with a technical background in gas delivery systems, mass flow controllers, pressure controllers, and semiconductor process equipment. The ideal candidate will have 5years or more of experience in semiconductor capital equipment hardware engineering or related fields, and a strong understanding of semiconductor manufacturing processes.
Key Responsibilities:
- Technical Support: Provide technical support for gas delivery systems, mass flow controllers, and pressure controllers used in semiconductor manufacturing. Address customer inquiries, troubleshoot issues, and offer solutions to ensure optimal system performance.
- Application Engineering: Develop and refine application-specific solutions for semiconductor manufacturing processes, focusing on enhancing product performance and reliability. . Work closely with customers to understand their needs and provide tailored solutions.
- Product Optimization: Collaborate with the engineering team to optimize product specifications to meet customer requirements. Analyze performance data, identify areas for improvement, and implement changes to enhance system performance and reliability.
- Documentation: Create and maintain comprehensive technical documentation, including application notes, user manuals, and standard operating procedures. Ensure all documentation is accurate and up-to-date.
- Customer Interaction: Engage with customers to provide technical consultations, conduct product demonstrations, and deliver training sessions on system operation and maintenance. Foster strong customer relationships and act as a liaison between the customer and internal teams.
- Project Management: Manage and support project activities related to the integration and deployment of Pivotal’s products into semiconductor equipment. Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely and successful project execution.
Qualifications:
- Education: Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related field. Advanced degree is a plus.
- Experience: 2-5 years of experience in a technical role related to gas delivery systems, mass flow controllers, and/or pressure controllers..
- Technical Skills: Strong understanding of semiconductor manufacturing processes, including knowledge of gas delivery systems, mass flow controllers, and pressure controllers. Experience with semiconductor capital equipment hardware and process optimization is highly desirable.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) plan with company match
- Generous paid time off and holidays
- Professional development and training opportunities
- Dynamic and inclusive work environment
Top Skills
Gas Delivery Systems
Mass Flow Controllers
Pressure Controllers
Semiconductor Manufacturing Processes
Pivotal Systems Fremont, California, USA Office
48389 Fremont Blvd, Suite 100, Fremont, California, United States, 94538
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