Field Service Engineer - PVD Systems (Inline & Cluster Tools)

Field Service Engineer - PVD Systems (Inline & Cluster Tools)

Location : Bay Area, California (preferred)

Reports To : Service Manager

Travel : 50-75%, as required

About the Role

We are seeking a highly motivated and hands-on Field Service Engineer to support our physical vapor deposition (PVD) systems, including inline and cluster tool platforms. The ideal candidate will be based in the Bay Area and will play a key role in installing, troubleshooting, maintaining, and upgrading advanced thin film equipment at customer sites within the U.S.

Key Responsibilities

Perform on-site service, diagnostics, and repair of inline and cluster PVD systems

• Support system installations, upgrades, and routine maintenance
• Train end-users on system operation and basic troubleshooting
• Communicate effectively with customers, internal engineering, and support teams
• Document service work and maintain accurate service records
• Travel as needed to customer sites (typically 50-75%)

Required Qualifications

5+ years of experience servicing PVD systems or other vacuum-based semiconductor / equipment tools

Preferred Background

Experience supporting thin film deposition systems in a manufacturing or R&D setting