Process Support Engineer IV - (E4) - Micron Account

Who We Are

Applied Materials is a global leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. We design, build and service cutting-edge equipment that helps our customers manufacture display and semiconductor chips – the brains of devices we use every day. As the foundation of the global electronics industry, Applied enables the exciting technologies that literally connect our world – like AI and IoT. If you want to push the boundaries of materials science and engineering to create next generation technology, join us to deliver material innovation that changes the world. 

What We Offer

Location:

Hsinchu,TWN, Linkou,TWN, Taichung,TWN

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As a Process Support Engineer (PSE), you'll play a critical role in guiding products through their entire lifecycle, from initial concept to final qualification. You will provide high-visibility customer support through on-site installations, system diagnoses, and the service and repair of complex systems and equipment. PSEs work closely with customers and R&D teams to develop leading-edge processes used to manufacture advanced semiconductor chips, and create hypothesis experiments and design of experiments (DOEs). You'll analyze data with statistics and compile reports with high-level conclusions on technically challenging process engineering experiments. Additionally, you will troubleshoot complex problems, perform root cause analyses, and resolve difficult process engineering and customer product issues. Process Support Engineers work across technologies such as: Chemical Vapor Deposition, Atomic Layer Deposition, Plasma Reactive Ion Etch, Physical Vapor Deposition, Anneal and Implant.

Position Summary:

The Process Support Engineer will provide advanced technical support and process expertise to our key customer, Micron. This role covers multiple process technologies including CVD/PVD, and requires strong ownership in driving issue resolution, continuous improvement, and cross-functional collaboration. The position supports both the Linkou and Taichung sites with flexibility to work across locations based on business priorities.

Responsibilities:

• Draw from your specialized expertise to provide high-visibility customer support through on-site installations, system diagnoses, and the service and repair of complex systems and equipment 
• Work closely with the customer to develop leading-edge processes to manufacture the most advanced semiconductor chip, with equipment optimized to their needs 
• Create hypothesis experiments and design of experiments (DOE); analyze data with statistics; and compile reports with high-level conclusions on technically challenging process engineering experiments 
• Troubleshoot complex problems; perform multiple root cause analysis; and resolve a variety of difficult process engineering and customer product issues  
• Communicate with both internal stakeholders and the customer to achieve goals with a focus on building relationships and establishing trust 
• Apply your extensive knowledge of best practices to identify innovative solutions   
• Serve as a resource for junior colleagues and a liaison between the customer and business unit; you may also lead functional teams or projects 

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree or PhD in chemistry/ physics, materials engineering, electrical engineering, optoelectronics, or related field 
• 10+ years of hands-on experience in semiconductor equipment or process engineering, with expertise in CVD, PVD, or CMP technologies
• Proven ability to independently lead complex troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and on-site customer escalations
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with customer engineers, field service teams, and global engineering groups
• Proficiency in English (reading, writing, and communication) to support technical discussions, documentation, and collaboration with global teams
• Demonstrated ability to manage priorities, drive actions, and deliver results in a fast-paced environment

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Additional Information

Time Type:

Full time

Employee Type:

Assignee / Regular

Travel:

Relocation Eligible:

No

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