Senior Engineer II, Global Product Support at ASM

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Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

18 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

17 Feb, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Technical Support, PECVD, Plasma Equipment, Troubleshooting, Electro-mechanical Issues, Software Issues, Root Cause Analysis, Design Feedback, System Installation, Customer Training, Stakeholder Communication, Global Collaboration, English, Japanese, Mandarin Proficiency, Ownership

Industry

Computers and Electronics Manufacturing

Description

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 You will play a key role in ensuring the performance, reliability, and success of our advanced plasma-based semiconductor equipment. This role places you at the center of customer-facing technical support, working closely with key global customers, while partnering with engineering teams in Tama and collaborating with global colleagues across Japan, Korea, and the United States. Through deep technical expertise, strong ownership, and clear communication, you will directly contribute to ASM’s ability to deliver world-class support in a fast-moving, innovative environment. What you will be working on Provide expert-level technical support for advanced PECVD and plasma-based equipment Diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve complex electro-mechanical, plasma, and software-related issues escalated beyond first-line support Lead root cause analysis and clearly communicate issues, countermeasures, and expectations to customers and internal teams Work closely with engineering teams in Tama on design feedback, reliability improvements, and maintenance enhancements Support system installations, upgrades, engineering change implementations, and customer technical training Coordinate technical and administrative support activities including installation, repair, preventive maintenance, and upgrades at customer sites Report design, reliability, and maintenance issues to design and software engineering teams Communicate directly with customers (engineers through management-level stakeholders such as Directors and VPs) Collaborate with a global support team across Japan, Korea, and Arizona Travel globally up to 50% of the time (up to approximately six months per year) What we are looking for Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Aeronautical Engineering, or related science (practical experience is considered more important than formal education) At least 5 years of hands-on experience with PECVD / plasma technologies preferred Strong background in troubleshooting semiconductor manufacturing equipment Experience with plasma-related processes (e.g., PECVD, etching); experience at semiconductor companies preferred Ability to communicate effectively in English and Japanese for internal and external discussions, including U.S.-based customers Proven customer-facing experience with the ability to explain issues, root causes, and manage expectations Strong sense of ownership with the ability to drive issues end to end and follow through to resolution Willingness and ability to travel globally (up to 50%) Eligible to work in Japan (working visa acceptable) What sets you apart Mandarin proficiency, beneficial for supporting our largest customer Experience working with senior stakeholders Strong presentation and expectation-management skills Experience collaborating in cross-functional, global teams A mindset driven by teamwork, clear communication, accountability, perseverance, and problem-solving ownership 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.

Responsibilities

This role involves providing expert-level technical support for advanced PECVD and plasma-based semiconductor equipment, diagnosing complex issues, and leading root cause analysis. The engineer will also collaborate closely with engineering teams on design feedback, reliability improvements, and system maintenance coordination.