Senior Product Applications Engineer

About Veeco
You probably don't realize it, but what we do at Veeco touches the lives of every person, every day. It's a bold statement, but it's true. From the smartphones in our pockets that access the world's collective knowledge, to the cloud-based services where all that information lives, to high-speed wireless communication and computing power needed to drive artificial intelligence, augmented and virtual reality, gaming and so much more, our technology is all around us.

We design, develop, manufacture, and service highly complex, cutting-edge machines used by our customers to create the essential devices that drive the digital age, connect the world, and improve the human experience. Along with the world's leading technology companies, many of which are household names, we help solve their most difficult material science challenges, enabling technologies for a more connected, sustainable, and convenient world.

We're looking for material difference-makers to join our growing team. Interested? Learn more at www.veeco.com/careers.

Overview:

Veeco's Customer site in Oregon is seeking a technically sound product applications engineer to help develop new applications and to provide process support. Veeco is well-positioned with great teams, core technologies, and a strong entrepreneurial culture that supports new product development. The main objective of this role is to develop new applications, support customer requests, and develop new products. The application engineer will also discover new opportunities for Veeco to add value either through new product development or existing product enhancements around our core technology. In this role, the applications engineer interfaces with customers, engineering, marketing, sales and service.

Location: Portland Oregon

Responsibilities:

• Engage closely with customers to develop applications and performance processes on Laser anneal tools; drives relevant laser learning and demos needed to applications development
• Develops and maintains best known methods (BKM) for process control, process development and continuous improvement. Drive adoption of BKMs and new applications
• Maintains a working knowledge of laser anneal systems process, hardware and relevant diagnostics; plans, implements and controls measure to enhance system performance
• Solves process problems in straightforward situations and when needed reach out to service and engineering teams and drive to solution
• Presents technical aspects of products to customers and sales channels
• Provides on-the-job training, education and assistance to fellow team members both within the local team and customers
• Works as a member of a cross-functional team with service and sales personnel and company product lines to support and meet revenue requirements
• Communicates and participates in technical training regularly with product lines to enhance professional knowledge and to gather up-to-date product information
• Checks and approves operational quality of system equipment. Instruct customers in the operation and maintenance of the system

Qualifications:

BS Degree in Material Science, Chemistry, Physics or Engineering and a minimum of 8 years of related experience; MS and 6 years of experience or a PhD degree and 3 years of related experience is required. Must be able to travel within the US and other locations up to 20% of the time.

Knowledge; Skills and Abilities:

• Semiconductor device knowledge and module process integration experience in logic and/or memory fabrication preferred
• Understanding of Rapid Thermal Processing (RTP)/Implant process desirable
• Positive team player, self-motivated with strong analytical skills
• Experience in customer management is preferred
• Clear communication, good spoken and written communication skills in English

Salary and Benefits
The expected salary range for this position is $142,000 - $180,000, plus a bonus opportunity. We will consider your location, experience, and other job-related factors when determining your pay. If your salary requirements exceed the advertised range and you remain interested in Veeco, we encourage you to apply or email your resume torecruiting@veeco.com.

Other benefits include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Holiday, Vacation, and Sick Time
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Commuter Benefits
• Life and Accident Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Identity Theft Remediation
• Emergency Travel Assistance

Veeco is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected characteristics. Veecois committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.

Notice to Applicants:
All communication about open positions and hiring will come from someone with a @veeco.com email address. You will always have multiple interviews and meet several team members (in-person or virtually) before we present an offer. We may also check references or conduct a background investigation as part of the offer process. We will never ask you for money for any reason, especially to send equipment or for pre-employment training. If you have any questions or concerns, or if someone has reached out to you and you think it might be a scam, please get in touch with us atrecruiting@veeco.com.