JOB DESCRIPTION
Overview
n This key role is focused on strengthening Axcelis’ working relationships with customers’ research and development organizations
n Increasing our level of understanding of emerging integrated circuit fabrication challenges as they relate to device performance and yield
n Identification and development of unique and enabling implant solutions that address customers’ emerging transistor fabrication challenges
Responsibilities
n Strategic Development
• Identifies inflections, threats and opportunities for share and TAM growth
• Determines market segmentation & requirements
• Delivers a detailed competitive analysis
• Develops a winning product/ business strategy
• Work with product marketing on device performance related proof statements that support or build product differentiation
n Device Technology
• Provides leadership and direction through managers for providing perspective of customer process and device roadmaps (N to N+ 2) for a broad function area
• Recognized as a technology expert for current and future roadmaps: N, N+ 1, N+2
• Participate as subject level experts in device matching and troubleshooting
n Technical Marketing
• Owns and manages technical roadmap meetings (TRM) and technical engagement programs with customer(s)
• Protects customer(s) IP, protects Axcelis IP, understands competitive performance and positioning
• Manages local technical resources and works closely with factory teams to ensure high installed base performance and customer(s) satisfaction
n Process Integration
• Discovers customer(s) HVP (High Value Problem), understands options and influences the customer’s technical choices
• Designs alternative technology solutions and improves customer(s) preference to engage Axcelis on technical problems
• TD Process Integration: Drive all technical collaborations with consortia or possible partner companies
Skills, Knowledge and Ability
- Ability to: Interface, negotiate, and coach customers on technical problems in both proactive and reactive mode. Apply scientific method to difficult problems. Logically analyze data and technical information. Design experiments and statistical process control techniques. Research information. Prepare technical written reports. Make corrective plans. Recommend changes in design standards and polices. Apply technical troubleshooting to customers. Demonstrate integrity and trust. Demonstrate creativity on the job. Organize work. Learn on the fly.
- Knowledge of: Multiple aspects of semiconductor device physics and process integration. Semiconductor physics, Material processing and analysis. Semiconductor fabrication and device operations principle. Clean room protocols and wafer processing. Wafer methodology. Basic business, accounting & financial practices. Basic management techniques. Supervising others.
- Skilled at: Using PC. Guiding others through technical issues. Personal communications. Delivering formal training & presentations. Interpreting engineering standards and forms. Applying knowledge to the solution of difficult problems. Written communication. Time management. Technical learning. Problem solving. Priority setting.
Education and Experiences
Bachelors and 10+ years, Masters and 6+ years, or Doctorate and 4-6 years in leading edge logic device fabrication and/or research and/or equipment manufacturing environment.
Location
Axcelis headquarter is located in Beverly, MA, this position may be based on outside headquarters depending on Axcelis business opportunities.
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EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT
It is the policy of Axcelis to provide equal opportunity in all areas of employment for all persons free from discrimination based on race, sex, religion, age, color, national origin, disability status, medical condition (including pregnancy), veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Axcelis will provide reasonable accommodation necessary to enable a disabled candidate or employee to perform the essential functions of the position, unless the accommodation would create an undue hardship for the Company.
U.S. BASE SALARY RANGE
$153,200.00 - $254,192.40This base salary range reflects the typical compensation for this role across U.S. locations.
Our salary ranges are determined by role and level; individual pay is determined based on
multiple factors, including job-related skills, experience, relevant education or training, work
location, and internal equity. The range provides the opportunity for growth and progression as
you develop within the role.
Base pay is one part of our U.S. total compensation package which includes eligibility in the
Axcelis Team Incentive bonus plan, and comprehensive benefits package (for regular
employees working 20+ hours a week).
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree and 10+ years, Master's degree and 6+ years, or Doctorate and 4–6 years of experience in leading-edge logic device fabrication, research, or equipment manufacturing
- Experience with semiconductor device physics, process integration, semiconductor fabrication, materials processing, cleanroom protocols, wafer processing, and device operations
- Ability to analyze technical data, design experiments, apply statistical process control, troubleshoot customer problems, and prepare technical reports
- Ability to interface, negotiate, coach, train, and present to customers and technical stakeholders
- Knowledge of basic business, accounting, financial, and management practices
Axcelis Technologies Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Axcelis Technologies and has not been reviewed or approved by Axcelis Technologies.
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare is considered robust, with medical (PPO), dental, and company‑paid life and disability coverage included. Coverage quality is characterized as strong across core offerings.
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Retirement Support — Retirement programs include a 401(k) with employer match in the U.S. and compliant retirement plans internationally. These offerings support long‑term savings across regions.
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Equity Value & Accessibility — Equity participation is accessible via an Employee Stock Purchase Plan available to employees in multiple countries. This ownership avenue is positioned as a notable component of total rewards.
Axcelis Technologies Insights
What We Do
Axcelis Technologies, Inc. is a world-leading provider of equipment and services to the semiconductor manufacturing industry. For over forty five years, chipmakers from around the globe have relied on Axcelis' tools and process expertise to form the transistors that power all electronics - from smartphones and laptops, cameras, personal music players and more. Our equipment portfolio comprises a powerful suite of manufacturing technologies for ion implantation, one of the most critical steps in the IC manufacturing process. In addition, we provide extensive aftermarket service and support, including spare parts, equipment upgrades, maintenance services, and customer training. Our customers include all of the 20 largest semiconductor manufacturers in the world. More than 3000 of our products are in use worldwide. At our Advanced Technology Center in Beverly, Mass., we collaborate with customers and other industry experts to develop next-generation applications and process capabilities. We support our customers with a worldwide network of 38 field offices in 10 countries. In all that we do, our strategy is singular: align every Axcelis innovation and success with our customers' goals. We strive to understand the entirety of their challenges and stand ready to deliver the technology, service and support they need to succeed.
