Application Engineer – Ireland

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Ireland.

📋 Description

• Deploy, install, and configure FabGuard monitoring systems across a variety of tool groups, including Etch, CVD, PVD, and Litho.

• Provide on-site troubleshooting and technical assistance for FabGuard software, hardware, and data acquisition.

• Diagnose and rectify Windows system issues, as well as perform PC installation, configuration, and cabling tasks.

• Create recipes and conduct data analyses using FabGuard for Fault Detection and Classification (FDC).

• Deliver customer training on INFICON products, while identifying areas for improvement and new application opportunities.

• Provide both written and verbal feedback regarding applications, process optimization, and installations.

• Configure and oversee data acquisition parameters between FabGuard and associated systems.

• Support integration projects that involve OPC-UA, SECS/GEM, TCP/IP, and other relevant industrial protocols.

• Test and verify software updates; troubleshoot connectivity problems and data discrepancies.

• Act as the on-site point of contact for customer teams across various fabs.

• Collaborate with process engineering and equipment teams to ensure equipment readiness and manage logistics.

• Report site status and escalate risks to INFICON EMEA and US management.

• Contribute to regular updates on site status and suggest process enhancements.

• Train customers and contractor teams on FabGuard procedures.

• Document configurations specific to each site.

• Provide cross-coverage support to other field colleagues as necessary.

⛳️ Requirements

• Technical diploma or degree in electronics, automation, industrial systems, or equivalent professional experience.

• Strong working knowledge of Windows operating systems, including installation, configuration, and troubleshooting.

• In-depth understanding of semiconductor manufacturing processes and OEM equipment, including lithography, PVD, and CVD technologies.

• Basic understanding of vacuum pump and abatement system operations.

• Proven ability to test and validate software in industrial and manufacturing settings.

• Comfortable working in cleanroom environments and adhering to all cleanroom protocols.

• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage directly with customer stakeholders.

• Prior experience in semiconductor fabrication environments is preferred.

• Familiarity with industrial protocols (OPC-UA, SECS/GEM, Modbus TCP) is an advantage.

• Proficient in English, both written and spoken; additional languages are a bonus.

• Willingness to work on-site at customer fabs and coordinate with customer teams.

• Ability to travel and deploy across multiple tool groups and fabs.

🏝️ Benefits

• Flexible work hours.

• Competitive salary.

• Excellent benefits package.

• Profit sharing opportunities.

• Access to continuing education and professional development.

• Regular employee events.

• A dynamic work environment that promotes diversity, equality, and inclusion.

• Opportunities to share innovative ideas and engage creatively.

• Employee events and communal celebrations.