Engineer, Field Service (Early Careers)

About the role

Step into a career with ASM, where cutting edge technology meets collaborative culture. For over 55 years ASM has been ahead of what’s next, at the forefront of innovation and what’s technologically possible. With more than 4,500 ASMers representing 70 nationalities, our people and our advanced semiconductor devices are playing a crucial role in trends such as 5G, cloud computing, AI, and autonomous driving. But we’re more than just a tech company. We value diversity, inclusion and sustainability as we strive to make a positive impact on the world. Our development programs help support your growth, shaping your future and pushing the boundaries of innovation to unleash potential.

Project Details

You’ll begin with a 24-month structured training program in Hillsboro, OR, where you’ll work side-by-side with experienced engineers and gain hands-on exposure to our industry-leading equipment and processes. This phase is designed to quickly build both your technical depth and confidence in the field.

Role Transition

After completing your training, you’ll transition into a founding member of a newly established Field Service Engineering team in Austin, TX. In this role, you’ll play a key part in shaping how we support and scale this new operation, working in a fast-paced, highly collaborative environment with strong visibility and impact from day one.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

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

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Electromechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field
• Willing to spend 2 years in Hillsboro, OR for the on-the-job training program
• Hands-on and mechanically curious, energized by complex systems and real-world problem solving
• Comfortable working in fast-paced, high-tech environments & 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

Why Join ASM?

We’re looking for engineers who are excited to work hands-on at the crossroads of hardware, software, and cutting-edge process technology. If you love diving into complex systems, bringing structure to ambiguity, and shaping action plans that move real innovation forward—and you want to be part of a fast-growing, disruptive company at the center of the global semiconductor industry, ASM is the place for you.

Here, you’ll find long-term growth opportunities at the forefront of semiconductor technology. You’ll work on industry-leading tools that power next-generation technologies, supported by a culture that values people, continuous learning, and disciplined execution. Your first role as an FSE is just the beginning. With clear pathways into technical leadership, operations, product roles, program management, technical sales, and customer-facing engineering careers, ASM gives you the flexibility to grow in the direction that fits you best—at the heart of an industry that makes AI possible.