[Remote] Applications Engineer

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. INFICON provides instrumentation, sensor technologies, and Smart Manufacturing/Industry 4.0 software solutions for semiconductor and other industrial applications. The Applications Engineer will deploy and support FabGuard fault detection and classification software and related sensors, assist customers with applications work and troubleshooting, and provide training and installation support from a home office with travel as needed.

Responsibilities

• Deploy and support FabGuard software
• Partner with tool owners to determine which tool data, sensor data, and wafer logistics data to trace in FabGuard, and when it is appropriate to trace those variables
• Provide technical assistance for internal and external customers
• Provide written and oral feedback to the customer on applications work including process troubleshooting, FDC development, and advanced analysis techniques
• Provide onsite training on INFICON products including FabGuard FDC software, INFICON hardware usage and basic troubleshooting
• Provide installation support of INFICON software and hardware as needed

Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, Computer Science, or a related scientific field
• 3+ years of semiconductor industry experience with strong knowledge of semiconductor manufacturing and OEM equipment, including lithography, PVD, CVD, Etch, and CMP
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Adaptable and able to build strong relationships with internal teams and external clients
• Proven analytical and critical thinking skills for solving complex problems
• Highly organized with proficient computer skills
• Willingness to travel up to 30%, with additional travel opportunities available
• Experience in Fault Detection and Classification (FDC), computer networking, and factory automation and/or FabGuard products is a plus

Benefits

• INFICON employees are eligible for a profit-sharing bonus with a target of 10%
• 401K match up to 8% (vesting schedule)
• A relocation package may be available for qualified candidates
• Ongoing green initiatives
• Flexible work hours
• A variety of health and wellness programs
• Relocation assistance
• A discretionary bonus
• Major medical, dental, health, and vision benefits
• 401K
• Vacation and sick time
• Tuition reimbursement

Company Overview

INFICON provides world-class instruments for gas analysis, measurement and control. It was founded in 1996, and is headquartered in Bad Ragaz, Graubunden, CHE, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is http://www.inficon.com.

Company H1B Sponsorship

INFICON has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 3 in 2025, 1 in 2023, 1 in 2022, 1 in 2021. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.