Engineer II, Equipment Engineering
American Society for Microbiology
Phoenix, AZ · Posted September 18, 2026
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November 2026
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About the job
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.
Job's mission
As an Engineer II, Equipment Engineering at ASM, you will support the development, installation, and stable operation of advanced R&D equipment in new product development. This role is ideal for engineers who have a strong understanding of semiconductors equipment support and are ready to deepen their hands-on technical expertise within a collaborative R&D environment.
You will work closely with cross-functional engineering teams to ensure equipment reliability, safety, and performance, contributing directly to the successful execution of new product design and development activities
What you will be working on
Support installation, upgrade, troubleshooting, and preventive maintenance of R&D equipment during new product development
Assist with first builds, bring-up, and testing of new products in collaboration with R&D and facilities teams
Perform hands-on troubleshooting and root cause analysis to restore and maintain equipment performance and uptime
Support daily operation and monitoring of R&D lab equipment to ensure stable and reliable tool performance
Collaborate with Hardware, Electrical, Process, and Software engineers during equipment development and integration phases
Follow established best-known methods (BKM) and support documentation of service, preventive, and corrective maintenance procedures
Adhere to safety standards and standard operating procedures in all equipment-related activities
Escalate complex or recurring equipment issues to senior engineers as appropriate and support resolution efforts
Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance equipment reliability, efficiency, and usability
What we are looking for
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline
1-3+ years of relevant experience in the semiconductor industry supporting equipment in R&D, lab, or manufacturing environments
Hands-on experience with semiconductor equipment installation, maintenance, or troubleshooting
Basic understanding of wafer fab operations, gas and vacuum systems, and equipment control concepts
Familiarity with cleanroom or laboratory environments and safe handling of chemicals, gases, or related systems
What sets you apart
Experience with deposition equipment such as PEALD, PECVD, or similar thin-film tools
Expertise to RF-induced plasma systems, electro-pneumatic controls, robotics, or microprocessor-based controllers
Experience supporting early-stage or first-of-kind equipment in an R&D environment
Strong troubleshooting mindset with a proactive, hands-on approach to problem solving
Apply today to be part of what’s next.
We make the tech that enables the chips in devices which improve lives around the world. We do this with an eye to the future, pushing the boundaries of what’s possible through cutting-edge innovation, and driving the next wave of technological breakthroughs that shape how we live, work, and connect.
To learn more about ASM, find us at asm.com and on LinkedIn , Facebook , Instagram, X and YouTube .
ASM is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, nationality, social or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender, gender identify or expression, marital status, pregnancy, political affiliation, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.