FIB Technician

Job ID

R2517980

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

Salary:

$29.00 - $39.60

You’ll benefit from a supportive work culture that encourages you to learn, develop, and grow your career as you take on challenges and drive innovative solutions for our customers. We empower our team to push the boundaries of what is possible—while learning every day in a supportive leading global company. Visit our Careers website to learn more.

At Applied Materials, we care about the health and wellbeing of our employees. We’re committed to providing programs and support that encourage personal and professional growth and care for you at work, at home, or wherever you may go. Learn more about our benefits

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Key Responsibilities

* 3rd shift from 9:00 pm to 7:00 am (4 day Work week, 10 hours a day)*

• Prepare samples for experiments, including sample coating, wafer cleaving, mounting/unmounting samples, and preparing jobs for experimentation to evaluate the performance of the process system.

• Prepare transmission electron microscope (TEM) lamella samples using focused ion beam (FIB), optimize sample preparation procedures and conditions, and identify cutting locations based on pattern instructions.

• Operate metrology tools in the FIB & TEM lab to understand cross-section or top-view critical dimensions (CD), identify patterns of interest, understand image quality requirements and sample/beam interactions to determine optimized conditions, and complete requested jobs under limited supervision after training.

• Understand the basic principles of scanning electron microscopy (SEM), focused ion beam (FIB), and transmission electron microscopy (TEM).

• Perform SEM/FIB system and routine maintenance procedures such as flash, plasma cleaning, and image calibrations.

• Perform routine troubleshoot procedures, identify problems, restart or standby the tool. Coordinate instrument repair and maintenance.

• Interface with requestors, understand their detailed requirements, and communicate results. Coordinate with engineering on job request status.

• Help monitor job queue and maintain lab throughput.

• Document redo and lessons learned to lower redo rate.

• Adhere to lab protocols and SOPs.

• Operate supportive metrology equipment in a lab environment.

• Operate supportive metrology equipment for FIB-TEM lamella samples.

• Monitor data and track performance of metrology equipment and production activities per equipment requirements

• Understand written instructions to perform assigned tasks.

• Create and update procedures and documentation.

• Perform basic operations of Microsoft Outlook and Office software.

• Follow safety protocols and processes.

• Work shifts may include compressed work week schedules to meet production needs.

• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs.

Functional Knowledge

• Has developed proficiency in a range of analytical processes or procedures to carry out assigned tasks

Business Expertise

• Has a good understanding of how the team integrates with others to achieve objectives

Leadership

• May provide informal guidance and support to more junior team members

Problem Solving

• Provides solutions to problems in situations that are atypical or infrequently occurring based on existing precedents or procedures

Interpersonal Skills

• Uses communication skills to regularly exchange information

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Qualifications

Education: Technical Diploma Skills Certifications

Years of Experience: 2-4 Years Work Experience

Travel: No

Relocation Eligible: No

Additional Information

Time Type:

Full time

Employee Type:

Assignee / Regular

Travel:

No

Relocation Eligible:

No

The salary offered to a selected candidate will be based on multiple factors including location, hire grade, job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and with consideration of internal equity of our current team members. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, candidates may be eligible for other forms of compensation such as participation in a bonus and a stock award program, as applicable.

For all sales roles, the posted salary range is the Target Total Cash (TTC) range for the role, which is the sum of base salary and target bonus amount at 100% goal achievement.

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