Onto Innovation is a leader in process control, combining global scale with an expanded portfolio of leading-edge technologies that include: 3D metrology spanning the chip from nanometer-scale transistors to micron-level die-interconnects; macro defect inspection of wafers and packages; metal interconnect composition; factory analytics; and lithography for advanced semiconductor packaging. Our breadth of offerings across the entire semiconductor value chain helps our customers solve their most difficult yield, device performance, quality, and reliability issues. Onto Innovation strives to optimize customers’ critical path of progress by making them smarter, faster and more efficient.
Job Summary & Responsibilities
Application Engineer / Scientist
- The position reports to the Applications Manager in Grenoble France.
- The position will start for the new hire to complete training in the first 6 months
Responsibilities and Dutie
- Work with Application Manager to provide comprehensive application support to our current installed base and future installs.
- Interface with customers to highlight application opportunities and possibilities to strengthen ONTO position in the market.
- Perform on-site tool qualification to achieve customers specification.
- Travel to customer sites to assist both with improved tool utilization and experience.
- Collect future development feedback from the field and dispense it to our engineering/marketing group for future development to improve ONTO position within the market.
- Give application support to the sales team to increase ONTO Innovation's market share. This would include presenting future tool/software developments, on-site & remote application studies, support meetings, etc.
- Liaise with Application HQ group to ensure application studies are completed to customer requirements and within acceptable timeframes.
- travel 70%
Qualifications
- Qualifications
- Highly driven, self-sufficient, well organized
- Good interpersonal skills
- Willingness to travel >70% time throughout Europe
- Strong presentation and communication skills
- 3-15 years experience working in semiconductor manufacturing industry preferably in relevant areas (metrology, inspection).
- Fluent English
- Strong Microsoft Office product knowledge
- Experience with metrology and/or inspection equipment
- Good knowledge of semiconductor manufacturing processes proven through similar application support or process engineering roles
- University degree (B.Sc., M.Sc,, PhD or similar) or Engineering school degree in a relevant technical field (physics, chemistry,engineering, etc.)
- Experience with software systems and methodology commonly used in metrology/ inspection such as statistical process control, tool
matching methodology, spectra modelling, defect management systems, yield management systems, etc. is a plus
Onto Innovation Inc. offers competitive salaries and a generous benefits package, including health/dental/vision/life/disability, PTO, 401K plan with employer match, and an Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP) along with health & wellness initiatives. We provide a collaborative working environment along with resources, and state-of-the-art tools & equipment to promote success; and a welcoming, inclusive corporate culture where individuals are recognized for their contributions.
Onto Innovation Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis.
For positions requiring access to technical data, Onto Innovation Inc., Inc. may have to obtain export licensing approval from the U.S. Department of Commerce - Bureau of Industry and Security and/or the U.S. Department of State - Directorate of Defense Trade Controls. As such, applicants for this position – except US Citizens, US Permanent Residents, and protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) – may have to go through an export licensing review process.
Skills Required
- 3-15 years experience in semiconductor manufacturing
- University degree in a relevant technical field
- Strong presentation and communication skills
- Experience with metrology and/or inspection equipment
- Experience with software systems in metrology/inspection
Onto Innovation Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Equity Value & Accessibility — An employee stock purchase plan and broad equity eligibility provide accessible ownership opportunities as part of total compensation. Company materials reference active equity programs, signaling tangible value beyond base pay.
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Healthcare Strength — Medical, dental, and vision coverage with HSA/FSA options form a comprehensive health package that is often characterized as good. Wellness resources and employer-verified plan details reinforce perceived healthcare depth.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) with company match supports long-term financial security. Company materials and benefits pages highlight these retirement features as core elements of the package.
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What We Do
Onto Innovation is a leader in process control, combining global scale with an expanded portfolio of leading-edge technologies that include: Un-patterned wafer quality; 3D metrology spanning chip features from nanometer scale transistors to large die interconnects; macro defect inspection of wafers and packages; metal interconnect composition; factory analytics; and lithography for advanced semiconductor packaging. Our breadth of offerings across the entire semiconductor value chain helps our customers solve their most difficult yield, device performance, quality, and reliability issues. Onto Innovation strives to optimize customers’ critical path of progress by making them smarter, faster and more efficient. Headquartered in Wilmington, Massachusetts, Onto Innovation supports customers with a worldwide sales and service organization. We are traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol ONTO.
