Applications Engineer II, III, IV

Summary

Brewer Science, Inc. is seeking a purpose-driven Applications Engineer to support the semiconductor/microelectronics market. The position is based in Rolla, MO.

Responsibilities

• Applications Engineer II:

  • Learn internal and external customer needs for process, materials, and equipment support.
  • Maintain accurate records of data, procedures, experiments, tests, and findings for future reference.
  • Operate equipment including spin coaters, hot plates, ellipsometers, microscopes, plasma etchers, defect inspection equipment, wafer track, defect review, SEM review and other related equipment.
  • Write accurate procedures for semiconductor equipment.
  • Analyze experimental results using statistical methods and communicate results understandably to internal and external customers.
  • Develop and improve test methods, finding creative ways to overcome technical limitations hindering a better understanding of product functions and limits.
  • Continuously communicate to R&D, product integration, manufacturing, and other internal functional organizations any significant findings from product characterization.
  • Aid in the development of technical proposals and presentations.
  • Support upper-level applications engineers in conducting feasibility studies and product testing.
  • Assist with training entry-level engineers and technicians on specific semiconductor equipment.
  • Provide technical support and troubleshoot issues and propose solutions to ensure smooth operations.
  • Contribute to the design and optimization for customer applications.
  • Contribute new ideas to evaluate, select, and apply standard engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria.
  • Responsible for specific tool ownership of semiconductor equipment including maintaining performance, establishing consistent procedures for operation, developing and running controls, working with OEM and maintenance, guiding internal customers on best practices, and continually learning and applying continuous improvement measures for both processing and equipment.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide moderate technical support to customers.
  • Complete assignments that usually include one or more of the following: testing of materials, preparation of workbook and specifications, research investigations, report preparation, and other activities of limited scope requiring knowledge of principles and techniques commonly employed.
  • Coordinate the work of technicians or others who assist in specific assignments.
  • Evaluate, select, and apply standard engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria under general supervision.
  • Design and execute experiments and simulations, guide development efforts, and lead project teams.

• Applications Engineer III:

  • Same duties as Applications Engineer II.
  • Conduct in-depth analysis and troubleshooting of complex application issues.
  • May supervise or coordinate the work of technicians or others who assist in specific assignments.
  • Lead the development and optimization of diverse application processes.
  • May lead applications engineering project teams and oversee project execution.
  • Provide technical leadership and mentorship to entry-level applications engineers.
  • Collaborate with sales teams to understand customer needs and deliver technical presentations.
  • May generate invention disclosures.
  • May publish and present work at conferences and industry forums.
  • Contribute ideas to assignments that need professional knowledge.
  • Interpret, monitor, and analyze data to resolve moderately complex issues in non-routine research and data.
  • Collaborate with R&D to integrate innovative technologies into application solutions.

• Applications Engineer IV:

  • Same duties as Applications Engineer III.
  • Lead discussions using the experience of process and product performance to anticipate problems and solve them before they occur at the customer level.
  • Plan and conduct work requiring independent judgment in the evaluation, selection, and substantial adaptation of standard techniques, procedures, equipment designs, and key criteria.
  • Perform work involving conventional engineering practices but may include complex features such as conflicting design requirements, unsuitability of conventional materials, and difficult coordination requirements.
  • Plan, schedule, and conduct or coordinate detailed phases of engineering work as part of a major project or in a total project of moderate scope.
  • Perform complex assignments with instructions relating largely to the overall project objectives and limits.
  • Provide training to entry- and mid-level applications engineers and other technical employees.
  • Learn customer needs for process, material, and equipment support.
  • Provide technical expertise and guidance to resolve critical process issues and challenges faced.
  • Develop and implement long-term strategies for application improvements.
  • Lead projects and guide strategy implementation for applications management initiatives.
  • Perform experiments and simulations to win customer applications and guide internal department efforts.
  • Communicate to customer the capabilities and limitations of company application testing.

Qualifications

• Applications Engineer II:

  • Bachelor's degree in Chemical, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering or related discipline and 2+ years of experience.
  • Or Master’s degree in related discipline and 2+ years of experience.
  • Or an equivalent combination of education and related experience.

• Applications Engineer III:

  • Bachelor's degree in Chemical, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering or related discipline and 4+ years of experience.
  • Or Master’s degree in a related field and 2+ years of experience.
  • Or an equivalent combination of education and related experience.

• Applications Engineer IV:

  • Bachelor's Degree in Chemical, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering or related discipline and 6+ years of experience.
  • Or Master’s degree in a related field and 4+ years of experience.
  • Or an equivalent combination of education and related experience.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life, long- and short-term disability, identity theft protection, and pet insurance
• Paid leave, including community service leave, wellness breaks, and other special leave
• Employee stock ownership, 401k, and bonus plans
• Education assistance & employee assistance program

Application Process

To apply for this position please complete the online application. This position is open until filled. Screening will begin immediately.

Equal Employment Opportunity

M/F/Disability/Veterans