Engineer, Field Service, "Early Career"

About the Role

As a Field Service Engineer – Early Career, you will support ASM’s advanced semiconductor equipment and help customers maintain peak fab performance. This role offers hands-on experience with technologies powering AI, 5G, cloud computing, and next-generation devices, while building technical capabilities and contributing to semiconductor innovation.

This position is based in Boise, ID, at a customer site.

Key Responsibilities

• Support installation, maintenance, and repair of ASM semiconductor equipment at customer sites.
• Troubleshoot equipment and process issues with guidance from senior engineers.
• Provide clear, timely, customer-focused support with a strong safety mindset.
• Work in cleanroom environments following strict safety and quality standards.
• Assist in identifying and contributing to continuous improvement efforts.
• Participate in customer escalations alongside experienced team members.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electromechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
• Hands-on and mechanically curious, energized by complex systems and real-world problem solving.
• Comfortable working in fast-paced, high-tech environments and motivated to build a long-term engineering career.
• Internship, co-op, senior design project, lab research, or hands-on technical experience.
• Ability to read and interpret basic electronic and electromechanical schematics.
• Understanding of safety protocols and willingness to work in cleanroom environments.
• Strong problem-solving mindset and eagerness to learn.
• Clear communication skills and a strong customer-service mindset.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.

What Sets You Apart

• Demonstrated commitment to safety, quality, and disciplined execution.
• Exposure to semiconductor processes, wafer fabs, robotics, vacuum systems, plasma, or gas handling.
• Experience writing technical documentation in school or project settings.
• Familiarity with customer-facing or support roles (internships, tutoring, help desk, teamwork).
• Interest in structured problem-solving methods, statistical methods, data analysis.
• Curiosity and learning orientation when working with advanced semiconductor technologies.
• Participation in engineering clubs, competitions, or technical student groups.

Shift Information

The standard schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Additional rotating shifts may include Sunday–Tuesday or Thursday–Saturday. Every other Wednesday may require a 12-hour shift (8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.) or a 6/10s schedule as needed. Flexibility is required as shift assignments vary based on operational needs and installation schedules.