ASM

Principal Field Process Engineer

ASM  •  United States (Onsite)  •  3 months ago
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Job Description

Step into a career with ASM, where cutting edge technology meets collaborative culture.

For over 55 years ASM has been ahead of what’s next, at the forefront of innovation and what’s technologically possible. With more than 4,500 ASMers representing 70 nationalities, our people and our advanced semiconductor devices are playing a crucial role in trends such as 5G, cloud computing, AI, and autonomous driving.  But we’re more than just a tech company. We value diversity, inclusion and sustainability as we strive to make a positive impact on the world. Our development programs help support your growth, shaping your future and pushing the boundaries of innovation to unleash potential.

Principal Field Process Engineer (Hillsboro, OR)

The Principal Field Process Engineer (FPE) is a senior individual contributor within ASM’s Key Account organization (Global Sales & Services) and serves as the technical authority and escalation owner for customer‑facing process applications. This role operates with high autonomy, leading complex new product introductions (NPI), on‑site process development, and HVM transfers, while acting as the primary technical interface between ASM Business Units and customer process teams.

Key Responsibilities

  • Own technical delivery and escalation for NPI of advanced deposition processes and hardware (thermal ALD, plasma ALD, Area Selective Deposition).
  • Lead complex troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and cross‑functional resolution with customers, Business Units, and field teams.
  • Drive on‑site process and hardware development, including DOE‑based experiments and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Identify and advance new ASM technology and film opportunities aligned to customer roadmaps.
  • Lead process transfer to HVM fabs and develop/transfer Best Known Methods (BKMs) to service and manufacturing teams.
  • Capture and feed back technical learnings to influence future ASM hardware, process, and qualification packages.

Minimum Qualifications

  • M.S. or PhD in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, or related field.
  • 7–10 years of experience in thin‑film deposition (ALD).
  • Strong expertise in semiconductor device integration, vacuum systems, film metrology, and structured problem solving.
  • Proven ability to independently design experiments, manage escalations, and influence without authority.
  • Excellent technical communication skills and strong IP awareness.
  • Flexibility to travel and support extended hours during qualifications or escalations.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Hands‑on experience with ASM ALD, PEALD, PECVD, Epitaxy, or Vertical Furnace LPCVD equipment.

Apply today to be part of what’s next.

We make the tech that enables the chips in devices which improve lives around the world. We do this with an eye to the future, pushing the boundaries of what’s possible through cutting-edge innovation, and driving the next wave of technological breakthroughs that shape how we live, work, and connect.

To learn more about ASM, find us at asm.com and on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X and YouTube

ASM is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, nationality, social or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender, gender identify or expression, marital status, pregnancy, political affiliation, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

ASM

About ASM

At ASM, we’re shaping the future at the atomic level. We enable the next generation of microchips by empowering leading semiconductor manufacturers with advanced wafer processing equipment.

Through our mastery of thin-film deposition, we create the innovative tools and solutions that shape the materials at the heart of tomorrow’s technology – powering everything from AI and next-generation healthcare to cloud computing and smarter, more energy-efficient devices.

With over 4,600 people representing more than 60 nationalities across 15 locations worldwide, we’re united by one ambition: to stay ahead of what’s next. And with research centers in seven countries and nearly a quarter of our people and profits devoted to research and development, excellence is our baseline, not our finish line.

Our pioneering thin-film deposition technologies – like atomic layer deposition, epitaxy, silicon carbide, chemical vapor deposition and vertical furnaces – help our customers push the limits of performance, speed, and efficiency. Our strong patent portfolio, flat organization, and agile way of working enable fast collaboration, global mobility, and a competitive edge far beyond our scale.

Every day, we work to make integrated circuits smaller, faster, more energy-efficient, and more powerful. Together, we’re advancing technologies that unlock new potential and improve lives.

Ready to become a master of atomic layering? Explore opportunities on our careers page or in the “Jobs” tab here on LinkedIn.

Industry
Hardware & Semiconductors
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Almere, NL
Year Founded
1968
Website
asm.com
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