Electron Microscopy Analyst I-III

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Hillsboro, OR, USA
In-Office
60K-101K Annually
Entry level
Fintech • Information Technology • Logistics
The Role
Operate scanning electron microscopes (SEM) to capture SE/BSE micrographs, prepare semiconductor wafer samples (cleaving, ion milling, thin-film deposition), perform optical inspection, follow SOPs and safety procedures, communicate with internal customers, maintain lab documentation and cleanliness. Senior levels train others, update SOPs, assist projects, optimize imaging parameters, and salvage difficult samples.
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Location:

(HTA) NCP (Hillsboro, OR)

Job ID:

R0134280

Date Posted:

2026-06-15

Company Name:

HITACHI HIGH-TECH AMERICA, INC.

Profession (Job Category):

Engineering & Science

Job Schedule: 

Full time

Remote:

No

Job Description:

WORK STYLE DESIGNATION: Onsite

WORK STYLE REQUIREMENT: Onsite 100%

WORK LOCATION: NCP (Hillsboro, OR) Office

EXPECTED PAY RANGE: $60,400 - $101,448 annually

This pay range is for the position's base salary only. This position may be eligible for other compensation including incentive pay and/or allowances. Candidates will receive additional information during the interview and selection process.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

EMA I

  • Complete internal training for safe and proficient operation of technical lab equipment.
  • Use a SEM to obtain SE and BSE micrographs.
  • Perform necessary sample preparation techniques to enable subsequent analyses to be conducted on semiconductor wafer samples using various cleaving techniques, ion milling, and thin-film deposition of samples.
  • Build to sustain expected output and quality metrics.
  • Optically differentiate samples and target locations and interpret ‘live’ 3D structures from reference documentation.
  • Exhibit HTA and PEL values throughout workflow – Safety/Integrity, Customer Focus, Challenge, Collaboration, and Growth.
  • Clearly communicate questions, updates, and abstract concepts in person and via email with peers, supervisor/management, and internal customers.
  • Follow all established workflow steps, including activities such as data updates, proper sample prioritization and organization, and shared-space cleaning.

EMA III

  • Develop healthy rapport with PEs and peers to effectively accomplish work goals.
  • Assist senior team members and/or management with small projects.
  • Engage highly in PEL functional teams and grow responsibilities in the lab, including taking on some leadership tasks.
  • Demonstrate expertise in handling incoming jobs and special requests.
  • Show capacity to train fellow team members.
  • Update SOPs and lab documentation.

EDUCATION, LICENSES, AND/OR CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

EMA I

  • As a minimum, High school diploma or GED is required; or an equivalent combination of education and work experience in a related field (i.e.  experience working with SEMs or productionized lab.)
  • Technical/science education highly preferred – such as Bachelor of Science degree or higher in related field such as Chemistry, Physics, Engineering, Materials Science, (or)

EMA III

  • Equivalent combination of education and work experience in related field (i.e. experience working with SEMs or productionized lab)

EXPERIENCE AND TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

EMA I

  • This is an entry level position, and HTA will provide comprehensive on-the-job training.
  • Should have 0-2 years of experience working with various SEMs, optical microscopes and other high-tech or semiconductor equipment to prepare samples and perform imaging analysis.
  • Experience using a SEM is highly desirable.
  • Experience in a high-volume lab or environments like QA, FA, fab etc. preferred.
  • Minimum travel required (<5%).

EMA III

  • PhD; or MS; or BS with 3 years of lab work experience, or equivalent combination of education and work experience with various semiconductor analysis instruments.
  • Experience using a SEM is required.
  • Experience in a high-volume lab or environments like QA, FA, fab etc. required.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIREMENTS

SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

EMA I

  • Must be a self-starter who is comfortable to work independently with a focus on both accuracy as well as output in a complex environment.
  • Must possess strong technical skills and knowledge of the procedures and techniques used in a laboratory.
  • Demonstrate manual dexterity and fine motor control to handle fragile samples and instrumentation.
  • Ability to visually examine and differentiate patterns on small samples (~5mm) both unaided and with an optical microscope.
  • Be dependable within a team and supportive of peers.
  • Show curiosity and eagerness to learn about the role and industry and bring their background perspective into tackling the workflow.
  • Ability to effectively manage competing priorities to quickly to meet business needs.
  • Demonstrate tolerance of ambiguity and flexibility to adapt to new situations.
  • Must possess the ability to interact effectively and professionally with internal customers.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors and other employees.  Excellent teamwork and communication skills are required.
  • Job-related training
  • Additional training to handle solvents, acids, bases, or other chemicals used in the lab.

EMA III

  • Able to optimize imaging parameters to accommodate challenging samples.
  • Able to salvage difficult and/or sub-optimal samples.
  • Strong technical communication skills.
  • Advanced understanding of target structures and variability due to different etch processes.

Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)

Hitachi High-Tech America, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Hitachi High-Tech America, Inc. is committed to equal employment opportunities for qualified applicants without discrimination on the basis of actual or perceived of race (including traits historically associated with race, such as natural hairstyle), color, national origin, ancestry, religious creed, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender (including gender expression and gender identity), marital status, registered domestic partner status, family status, military and veteran status, domestic violence victim status, medical condition (including genetic characteristics), physical or mental disability, pregnancy, or any other legally protected characteristic or status.

If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to [email protected]

Skills Required

  • High school diploma or GED or equivalent combination of education and work experience
  • Experience using a Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM)
  • 0-2 years experience with SEMs, optical microscopes, or semiconductor/high-tech lab equipment (EMA I)
  • PhD or MS, or BS with 3 years lab work experience (EMA III)
  • Experience in high-volume labs or environments such as QA, FA, or fab
  • Perform sample preparation techniques including cleaving, ion milling, and thin-film deposition
  • Ability to obtain and interpret SE and BSE micrographs
  • Manual dexterity and fine motor control to handle fragile samples
  • Ability to visually examine and differentiate patterns on small samples (~5mm)
  • Ability to handle solvents, acids, bases, or other chemicals (additional training provided)
  • Strong teamwork and technical communication skills
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What We Do

Since its founding in 1910, Hitachi has responded to the expectations of society and its customers through technology and innovation. Our mission is to “Contribute to society through the development of superior, original technology and products.” Over the past 100+ years this commitment has led us to work towards creating a more sustainable society through our “Social Innovation Business”. We work to apply our expertise in information technology (IT), operational technology (OT), and a wide variety of products to advance social infrastructure systems and improve quality of life across the world.

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