Job's mission

As a Senior Field Process Engineer, you will serve as a technical leader driving advanced process optimization and integration for ASM’s semiconductor manufacturing customers. Your expertise will directly influence customer satisfaction, product performance, and internal technology development. This role is pivotal in shaping ASM’s strategic engagement with key accounts and mentoring the next generation of engineering talent.

What you will be working on

• Lead the development and implementation of advanced thin-film deposition process solutions.
• Act as the technical lead for complex customer projects, ensuring timely delivery and high satisfaction.
• Own external field escalations and quality investigations, documenting and publishing lessons learned internally and externally.
• Analyze complex data sets to develop actionable plans and ensure successful outcomes.
• Maintain scorecards for owned applications, identify gaps, and drive closure plans to completion.
• Independently manage process and hardware development, device integration, CIP, and troubleshooting to meet product specifications.
• Understand customer integration strategies across multiple applications and identify new business opportunities for ASM.
• Collaborate with senior engineers and customers to align on technology roadmaps, process flows, and strategic inflection points.
• Proactively resolve technical issues and develop solutions that enhance ASM’s market position.
• Partner with customers to define process and integration requirements.
• Generate and present technical documentation, reports, and presentations to customer leadership and internal business units.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to junior engineers.

What we are looking for

• Master’s or Ph.D. in Material Science, Chemical Engineering, Physics, or a related technical discipline.
• In-depth work experience in thin-film deposition or related semiconductor processes, preferably within an OEM capital equipment company.
• Proven ability to build trusted partnerships with customers and internal stakeholders.
• Strong customer-focused mindset with a results-driven approach.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in both Korean and English, with the ability to present technical and strategic content to diverse audiences.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel and PowerPoint.
• Demonstrated leadership in team environments, with the ability to supervise and inspire others.
• Willingness to work in a cleanroom environment while adhering to safety protocols and wearing appropriate PPE.

Job's mission

As a key member of our Global Supplier Development team, this role supports the organization's objective to strengthen supplier capability, elevate design and manufacturing performance, and ensure long-term supply resilience across our global network. The mission of the team is to proactively build supplier maturity, drive continuous improvement, and align supplier capability growth with mid- and long-term category strategies to support product quality, operational excellence, and New Product Introduction (NPI) readiness.

What you will be working on

• Assess supplier quality and technology gaps, and execute plans to address them.
• Review and influence Design Engineering early in design phase to achieve target costs and DFx. Identify areas for cost down during design phase plus manufacturing methods and eliminate waste.
• Evaluate supplier processes and risks; collaborate to improve capabilities through lean supplier development methods (i.e. six sigma) and implement mitigation plans.
• Apply engineering and material science expertise with suppliers to boost capacity, product quality, yield and reduce costs.
• Partner with Category leaders to drive long-term category strategies to support aggressive production scaling.
• Align development efforts with long-term category strategies and develop partners within the suppliers.
• Conduct on-site supplier assessments (capabilities, MSA, PCS/SPCE, etc) and identify gaps during selection.
• Implement improvement plans with suppliers to ensure readiness and support NPI.
• Coordinate globally with Business/Key Product Unit Engineering teams to meet end-use specifications.
• Advance manufacturing capabilities, DFMEA / FMEA, and implement Process Control Systems, PFMEA, at key sites.
• Support statistical PCS / SPC (lean six sigma) data analysis for internal and external stakeholders.
• Perform root cause failure analysis and report findings to relevant teams.
• Lead supplier engagement, support surveillance audits, and qualification activities globally.
• Independently manage supplier improvement projects, including onboarding training and qualification.
• Oversee multiple projects to resolve issues and enhance product performance, reliability, and efficiency.
• Lead / mentor group of Supplier Development team on best practices and develop skillsets to support group growth and expansion

What we are looking for

• MS, or PhD preferred, in Engineering, Science, or related technical field (Engineering, Physics, Material Sciences) relevant to semiconductor equipment, or proven expertise.
• At least 10 years of experience or significant expertise in engineering, designing, and manufacturing of complex mechanical systems.
• Experience in the semiconductor capital equipment industry with technical background in semiconductor manufacturing technologies required.
• Strong English communication skills for complex technical topics.
• Effective collaboration across regions, cultures, and disciplines.
• Proven Lead Engineer in matrix environments and ability to work independently while managing a team.
• Proficient in project and time management skills required
• Drive business process efficiencies and improvements with key internal stakeholders

Candidate should have knowledge of the following tools, but will be trained to more advanced levels in:

• Applied Operational and Engineering Statistical Methods
• Process Control Systems (PCS) and Statistical Process Control (SPC)
• FMEA include Design FMEA (DFMEA) and Process FMEA (PFMEA)
• Structured Problem Solving (8D) and Effective Problem Solving (EPS)
• Operational Excellence tools including Failure Analysis, Lean Manufacturing, Value Stream Mapping
• Project Management, Team Management, Escalation Management and Communication Techniques across a broad range of business escalation types, (Customer, Supplier, Technical, Manufacturing, etc.)
• Should costing estimate modeling (aPriori)

WHO WE ARE  

Factorial Energy is a pioneering U.S.-based solid-state battery company driving the future of energy storage and electrification. Partnered with global leaders including Mercedes-Benz, Stellantis, Hyundai, and Kia, Factorial is at the forefront of developing next-generation e-mobility platforms for commercial, defense, and consumer applications—spanning electric vehicles (EVs), drones, eVTOL aircraft, power tools, marine systems, robotics, and more. The company has achieved multiple industry firsts, including being the first to power a demonstration vehicle with a global OEM (Mercedes-Benz) which achieved over 1,200 km (749 mi) of range, the first to earn UN 38.3 certification for automotive-sized solid-state cells, and the first to deliver B-samples of automotive-sized solid-state batteries to major OEMs. 

The Opportunity

Factorial is looking for an All-Solid-State Battery Anode Wet & SE Slurry Coating Process Engineer responsible for the wet slurry coating process and equipment development for anode and sulfide-based solid electrolyte (SE) applications. We leverage cutting-edge wet electrode manufacturing to revolutionize all-solid-state battery performance, cost, and scalability. This role requires experience in close cooperation with internal teams and external partners. This candidate will be involved from the beginning of process optimization for R&D projects, pilot line scale-up, and through to low/high-volume production. The candidate must demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills to facilitate efficient communication between various departments/vendors.

Duties and Responsibilities 

Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to: 

All-Solid-State Battery Anode Wet & SE Slurry Coating Process Development

• Lead R&D efforts to design, optimize, and scale wet slurry coating processes for ASSB anode and sulfide SE applications.
• Develop novel slurry formulations and coating strategies to enhance electrode-electrolyte interfacial compatibility, ionic transport efficiency, and cycling stability.
• Establish critical process parameters (e.g., slurry dispersion, viscosity control, coating speed, drying profiles) to meet all-solid-state battery performance specifications.
• Address key wet coating challenges specific to ASSB: solvent selection, slurry sedimentation, SE-solvent compatibility, and interfacial side reaction control.

Quality & Yield Improvement

• Identify root causes of wet coating defects (e.g., pinholes, thickness non-uniformity, cracks, lithium dendrite penetration) and implement corrective actions.
• Utilize statistical analysis (SPC, DOE) to drive yield improvements and reduce process variability.
• Collaborate with PD/QA to define testing protocols and quality standards for wet-processed all-solid-state electrodes.

Production Efficiency & Scalability

• Optimize manufacturing workflows to increase throughput and reduce unit production costs.
• Design experiments to validate process scalability from lab to pilot line to mass production.
• Troubleshoot equipment/process issues to minimize downtime.

Next-Generation Equipment Development

• Partner with equipment vendors to conceptualize, prototype, and validate next-gen wet coating electrode machinery.
• Define technical specifications for new equipment (e.g., vacuum-integrated drying systems, solvent recovery units).
• Drive innovation in automation, in-line monitoring, and Industry 4.0 integration.

Must Have Qualifications

Technical Expertise:

• 3+ years of hands-on experience in wet electrode coating manufacturing for lithium-ion batteries, sulfide electrolyte system experience highly preferred.
• Deep knowledge of wet process steps: slurry preparation (dispersion, deaeration), precision coating (doctor blade/slot-die), vacuum drying, calendaring, and lamination.
• Proficiency in material characterization (SEM, XRD, adhesion testing) and data analysis tools (JMP, Minitab).

Process & Quality Tools:

• Mastery of DOE, SPC, FMEA, and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Experience scaling processes from R&D to high-volume production.

Equipment & Innovation:

• Proven ability to collaborate with equipment suppliers on custom solutions.
• Familiarity with ASSB-specific process challenges (moisture control, interfacial stability, mechanical pressure sensitivity).

Education & Collaboration:

• Master's in chemical/Materials/Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Strong cross-functional skills to work with R&D, production, and supply chain teams.

Nice to Have Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications:

• Hands-on experience with sulfide solid electrolyte systems or halide electrolyte systems.
• In-depth understanding of binder systems (PVDF, CMC/SBR) and conductive additives behavior in wet coating processes.

Job's mission

As a Senior Engineer II, Global Product Support (PECVD) at ASM Korea, you will operate at the highest technical level, serving as a key escalation expert for advanced PECVD systems deployed at global customer sites.
This role combines deep hands‑on troubleshooting capability with strong global collaboration, enabling rapid resolution of complex issues and continuous improvement of product performance, reliability, and customer satisfaction. Based in Korea, this position requires frequent interaction with global field teams and customers, and extensive international travel to support critical escalations and installations.

What you will be working on

• Provide advanced technical product support for ASM PECVD equipment, including complex electro‑mechanical systems and software‑driven modules.
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, repair, and debug high‑severity issues escalated from field service engineers and regional product support teams.
• Act as the final escalation point when standard troubleshooting paths are exhausted, delivering clear, executable solutions under time‑critical conditions.
• Support customer installations, system recoveries, and performance optimization at customer sites when deep technical intervention is required.
• Collaborate closely with R&D, engineering, and product teams by feeding back design, reliability, and serviceability insights to drive continuous product improvement.
• Deliver technical training and knowledge transfer to field engineers and internal teams to strengthen global support capability.
• Engage directly with customers to resolve highly technical issues and ensure optimal system performance and uptime.
• Travel domestically and internationally (up to 50%) to support field operations, customer escalations, and critical projects.

What we are looking for

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, preferably Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering.
• 12+ years experience, with strong exposure to semiconductor equipment or manufacturing environments
• Minimum 3 years of hands‑on experience with PECVD in semiconductor manufacturing or equipment environments.
• Strong understanding of electro‑mechanical systems, vacuum systems, and software‑controlled semiconductor equipment.
• Proven ability to diagnose and resolve complex technical problems in high‑pressure, customer‑facing situations.
• Excellent analytical and structured problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to clearly communicate complex technical concepts to both technical and non‑technical audiences.
• Strong presentation and discussion skills, with confidence leading technical reviews and escalation meetings.
• Willingness and ability to travel up to 50% globally.
• Customer‑focused mindset with the resilience to remain effective during critical, time‑sensitive escalations.

What sets you apart

• Deep expertise in PECVD process fundamentals and tool behavior, beyond standard operational troubleshooting.
• Experience acting as a global escalation owner or senior technical authority in product support or service organizations.
• Strong collaboration skills with R&D and design teams to influence product reliability and maintainability improvements.
• Proven ability to balance hands‑on technical execution with clear documentation and knowledge sharing.
• Experience supporting multiple customer sites across regions and cultures.
• Prior exposure to training or mentoring field engineers is a plus.

Job's mission

As a Senior Engineer II, Process Engineering (PECVD) at ASM Korea, you will play a key role in developing, optimizing, and supporting advanced PECVD processes for leading semiconductor customers.
This role is based in Korea, with primary responsibility for supporting Japan-based customers and projects, requiring strong execution capability, deep process understanding, and excellent communication skills in a global environment. You will work closely with customers, field, and global R&D teams to enable high‑volume manufacturing and next‑generation device applications.

What you will be working on

• Develop, optimize, and support PECVD processes for dielectric and functional thin films (including SiO, SiC) for logic, memory, analog, power, and MEMS applications.
• Design, execute, and analyze complex experiments using DOE and RSM, and interpret advanced process and materials characterization results.
• Drive process transfer, customer demonstrations, and high‑volume manufacturing (HVM) support.
• Troubleshoot process and equipment issues through hands‑on engagement and structured problem‑solving methodologies.
• Collaborate with global R&D, field service, and marketing teams to define customer requirements and deliver robust process solutions.
• Produce and present technical documentation, internal reports, and customer-facing materials, ensuring clarity and execution readiness.

What we are looking for

• Master’s degree or PhD in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Electrical Engineering, Physics, or related field.
• Hands‑on experience with PECVD or related thin film deposition technologies (e.g., ALD, PEALD, CVD, Epitaxy).
• Strong understanding of thin film materials and semiconductor process integration.
• Experience with materials characterization techniques such as XPS, SIMS, SEM, TEM, AFM, XRD, ellipsometry, or equivalent.
• Ability to work independently in complex, execution‑driven environments and manage multiple technical priorities.
• Fluent English communication skills required for daily collaboration with global and Japan-based stakeholders.
• Willingness to travel to Japan as required to support projects.

What sets you apart

• PhD degree preferred, especially with research or industry experience in PECVD process development.
• Direct experience with SiO and/or SiC film development for advanced device applications.
• Strong background in high‑volume manufacturing (HVM) support and customer‑facing process execution.
• Ability to bridge process technology, equipment behavior, and customer requirements effectively.
• Japanese language proficiency is a strong plus.
• Demonstrated ability to author technical papers, contribute to intellectual property, or present to technical audiences.

Job's mission

As a Senior Engineer II, Product Quality at ASM, you will be part of the Global Quality team, working closely with Business Unit Engineers, Product Support, Field Teams, Supplier Quality, and Manufacturing to ensure product quality and reliability across the full product lifecycle. This role contributes directly to customer success by proactively identifying, analyzing, and resolving non‑conformance issues in manufacturing, field, and customer environments.

This position is based in Korea and requires a self‑motivated engineer who independently identifies issues, actively drives actions end‑to‑end, and effectively works with an overseas manager and global teams. Fluency in both Korean and English is essential, as the role involves frequent communication with international stakeholders and customers while driving systemic quality improvements for ASM semiconductor equipment

What you will be working on

• Act as Single Point of Contact (SPOC) for Global Quality for assigned product lines
• Act as SPOC for key customer field teams on quality‑related issues
• Build a clear understanding of quality concerns, determine resolution paths, and actively drive corrective and preventive actions
• Investigate and resolve non‑conformance issues with high customer impact or systemic root causes
• Drive build‑in quality activities within ASM’s Toll Gate process for New Product Introductions
• Work with Business Unit engineers to define Critical Parts, perform Design FMEAs, and track Design‑for‑Quality scorecards
• Analyze non‑conformance data to identify trends, repeat issues, and systemic failure mechanisms
• Work with cross‑functional teams to implement permanent solutions and prevent recurrence
• Communicate quality status, findings, and solutions to customers and various levels of ASM management
• Support continuous improvement and efficiency initiatives within the Global Quality organization

What we are looking for

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, or Physics (Master’s degree is preferred; Ph.D. is a plus)
• Around 12 years of experience after Bachelor’s degree in semiconductor or related manufacturing industries
• Ability to work independently with strong ownership and accountability
• Experience with structured problem‑solving methodologies such as 8D, A3, C4, or FMEA
• Strong analytical skills and ability to drive fact‑based decisions using data
• Ability to collaborate effectively with global teams and an overseas manager

What sets you apart

• Experience in a quality role supporting semiconductor products
• Background in semiconductor process and/or equipment environments
• Experience with deposition, ALD, or related process technologies
• Experience with Quality Management Systems, Quality Assurance, or Process Control
• Project management experience in cross‑functional engineering environments

Job's mission

In this role, you will develop core control software and common Process Module Controller functionalities used across multiple ASM semiconductor equipment platforms, including PEALD, PECVD, and EPI systems.

You will design and implement core software components and equipment drivers that are tightly integrated with real production equipment, playing a critical role in improving stability, productivity, and performance across diverse semiconductor manufacturing environments.

What you will be working on

• Develop equipment control software for Process Modules
• Design and implement software features using C++ and/or C#
• Create and maintain software-related technical documentation
• Control and integrate various devices within semiconductor equipment
• Develop device interfaces using multiple communication protocols such as TCP/IP, EtherCAT, DeviceNet, and Serial
• Develop touch-based user interfaces (UI/UX) for equipment control
• Analyze and resolve issues (defects and bugs) occurring at customer and manufacturing sites
• Verify software using simulators and demo equipment
• Perform software updates/upgrades for equipment and validate new functionalities
• Develop software components required for new PEALD/PECVD process development
• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams

What we are looking for

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field
• Minimum 3 years of experience in software development
• Strong understanding of object-oriented programming using C++ or C#
• Experience with Windows OS–based programming (e.g., .NET, MFC, WinForms, WPF)
• Experience analyzing Windows OS events
• Experience with multi-process programming and inter-process communication (IPC)
• Proven experience in end-to-end software development
  (Requirements → Design → Implementation → Verification → Deployment)
• Strong ownership and proactive work attitude
• Team-oriented mindset with strong collaboration skills
• Persistent and detail-oriented bug tracking and root cause analysis skills
• Experience in communication development using TCP/IP, RS232, DeviceNet, and EtherCAT
• Experience using software configuration management tools such as Jira and Git
• No restrictions on overseas business travel

What sets you apart

• Experience in semiconductor industry and working in fab environment
• Experience in equipment control software development for advanced industries
• Business-level proficiency in English
• Experience with ST (PLC) programming language
• Experience with TwinCAT topology configuration

Job's mission

At ASM, the Software Engineering Team delivers software that produces immediate and tangible results in the operation of advanced semiconductor processing equipment. Our systems directly control critical hardware subsystems, including robotics, gas valves, temperature controllers, and other key modules.

Join our team for the opportunity to:

• Support advanced software enabling cutting-edge semiconductor manufacturing technology
• See the real-world impact of your work by driving some of the most advanced systems in the SEMI industry
• Collaborate with a global team of highly skilled Field Software Engineers
• Be part of a team leading next-generation semiconductor manufacturing control software and industry trends
• Work onsite, close to where our customers operate and where technology meets production

What you will be working on

As an experienced Software Support Engineer, you will take ownership of complex software issues in customer-facing environments and play a key role in bridging customers, field teams, and development.

• Lead and support collaboration with Software Design Engineers throughout software development, testing, deployment, maintenance, and continuous improvement for semiconductor manufacturing equipment
• Diagnose and triage system-level issues spanning software, mechanical, and electrical domains
• Own and manage technical escalation calls with field support engineers and customers at the local level
• Work closely with QA and Support teams to reproduce reported issues and add confirmed defects to the regression test suite
• Act as the primary technical voice of the customer by gathering requirements, aligning priorities, and translating needs into clear, accurate software specifications
• Support debugging and fixing complex issues, and when possible, develop small enhancements to improve system stability or functionality
• Author, revise, and review system specifications, software designs, test plans, and other software documentation
• Investigate and troubleshoot internal and external inquiries, questions, and problem reports; provide root-cause analysis, solutions, and viable alternatives
• Participate in system design teams to review architecture, interfaces, and system behavior from a support and customer-impact perspective
• Work with customers to upgrade tools to the latest software versions and actively support qualification and validation activities

What we are looking for

• Demonstrated analytical thinking and strong problem-solving skills applied to complex software systems
• Experience supporting software in production or customer-facing environments
• Proven ability to diagnose and resolve issues involving software, hardware, and system integration
• Hands-on experience with software development using general-purpose programming languages such as C++ or C#
• Proficiency in reading existing code, performing root-cause analysis, and using debuggers and integrated development environments (IDEs) effectively

What Sets You Apart

Required / Core Experience

• Educational background in Computer Science, or Computer, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent practical experience)
• Over 5 years of experience solving software-related problems in complex systems

Preferred Experience

• Software development or support for machine control systems, including semiconductor manufacturing equipment
• Experience with real-time control software and multi-threaded applications
• Development experience on Windows and real-time operating systems
• Knowledge of data communications, networking, and fieldbus technologies such as EtherCAT
• Experience with device drivers or other interrupt-driven software
• Development or troubleshooting experience with graphical user interfaces (GUIs)
• Understanding of complex scheduling algorithms and deadlock avoidance
• Ability to read and interpret specifications, designs, communication interfaces, and API documentation

• Professional experience supporting customers or engineering teams using Japanese and/or Chinese (written or verbal)

Job’s Mission

As a Field Software Engineer at ASM in our Sales & Service function based in Korea, your mission is to become a trusted technical expert supporting the installation, maintenance, and optimization of ASM's advanced semiconductor equipment. With structured onboarding and mentorship, you’ll contribute to ensuring our tools perform at the highest standards while developing hands-on experience in a highly dynamic, customer-facing environment.

What You Will Be Working On

• Support SW Design Engineers in development, testing, deployment, maintenance and improving software for our semiconductor manufacturing equipment
• Able to triage mechanical, electrical and software bugs
• Responsible to manage escalation calls with SW team and customers at local level
• Work with QA / Support team to add replicated bugs to regression
• Work with customers to write correct specs for features and help with fixing bugs and develop small features if possible
• Investigate & troubleshoot both internal and external inquiries, questions and problem reports. Offer problem analysis, solutions, or alternatives because of these investigations.
• Participate in system design teams.
• Be the eyes and ears of the customer, align on priorities
• Work with customers to upgrade tools to the latest SW version and help with the qualification
• Troubleshooting complex, microprocessor-controlled electromechanical systems.

• Providing tool-down repair support in complex situations and working collaboratively in cross-functional teams to develop and present action plans for issue resolution.
• Performing on-site service at various customer locations, primarily in cleanroom environments.
• Ensuring a high level of customer satisfaction through advanced service skills and permanent problem resolution, always maintaining a “safety first” mindset.
• Delivering comprehensive and timely service reports.

What We Are Looking For

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in a relevant field related to software, or semiconductor-related engineering fields.
• New graduates are welcome to apply
• Candidates with at least two years of experience in a semiconductor equipment company are preferred.
• A strong interest in the semiconductor industry and eagerness to build a career in field software engineering.
• Effective communication skills in both Korean and English.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Some software development skills in one or more general purpose programming languages: C++, C#
• Being able to read code and step through a debugger/IDE
• Proficiency in MS Office applications.
• Willingness to travel and work at customer sites
• A proactive attitude, with a strong desire to learn, grow, and work in a fast-paced technical environment.

Job’s Mission

As a Field Software Engineer at ASM in our Sales & Service function based in Korea, your mission is to become a trusted technical expert supporting the installation, maintenance, and optimization of ASM's advanced semiconductor equipment. With structured onboarding and mentorship, you’ll contribute to ensuring our tools perform at the highest standards while developing hands-on experience in a highly dynamic, customer-facing environment.

What You Will Be Working On

• Support SW Design Engineers in development, testing, deployment, maintenance and improving software for our semiconductor manufacturing equipment
• Able to triage mechanical, electrical and software bugs
• Responsible to manage escalation calls with SW team and customers at local level
• Work with QA / Support team to add replicated bugs to regression
• Work with customers to write correct specs for features and help with fixing bugs and develop small features if possible
• Investigate & troubleshoot both internal and external inquiries, questions and problem reports. Offer problem analysis, solutions, or alternatives because of these investigations.
• Participate in system design teams.
• Be the eyes and ears of the customer, align on priorities
• Work with customers to upgrade tools to the latest SW version and help with the qualification
• Troubleshooting complex, microprocessor-controlled electromechanical systems.

• Providing tool-down repair support in complex situations and working collaboratively in cross-functional teams to develop and present action plans for issue resolution.
• Performing on-site service at various customer locations, primarily in cleanroom environments.
• Ensuring a high level of customer satisfaction through advanced service skills and permanent problem resolution, always maintaining a “safety first” mindset.
• Delivering comprehensive and timely service reports.

What We Are Looking For

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in a relevant field related to software, or semiconductor-related engineering fields.
• Candidates with at least 5 years of experience in a semiconductor equipment company are preferred.
• A strong interest in the semiconductor industry and eagerness to build a career in field software engineering.
• Effective communication skills in both Korean and English.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Some software development skills in one or more general purpose programming languages: C++, C#
• Being able to read code and step through a debugger/IDE
• Proficiency in MS Office applications.
• Willingness to travel and work at customer sites
• A proactive attitude, with a strong desire to learn, grow, and work in a fast-paced technical environment.

Job's mission

As an Engineer II, Equipment Engineering at ASM, you will support the development, installation, and stable operation of advanced R&D equipment in new product development.
This role is ideal for engineers who have a strong understanding of semiconductors equipment support and are ready to deepen their hands-on technical expertise within a collaborative R&D environment.

You will work closely with cross-functional engineering teams to ensure equipment reliability, safety, and performance, contributing directly to the successful execution of new product design and development activities

What you will be working on

• Support installation, upgrade, troubleshooting, and preventive maintenance of R&D equipment during new product development
• Assist with first builds, bring-up, and testing of new products in collaboration with R&D and facilities teams
• Perform hands-on troubleshooting and root cause analysis to restore and maintain equipment performance and uptime
• Support daily operation and monitoring of R&D lab equipment to ensure stable and reliable tool performance
• Collaborate with Hardware, Electrical, Process, and Software engineers during equipment development and integration phases
• Follow established best-known methods (BKM) and support documentation of service, preventive, and corrective maintenance procedures
• Adhere to safety standards and standard operating procedures in all equipment-related activities
• Escalate complex or recurring equipment issues to senior engineers as appropriate and support resolution efforts
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance equipment reliability, efficiency, and usability

What we are looking for

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline
• 5-6+ years of relevant experience in the semiconductor industry supporting equipment in R&D, lab, or manufacturing environments
• Hands-on experience with semiconductor equipment installation, maintenance, or troubleshooting
• Basic understanding of wafer fab operations, gas and vacuum systems, and equipment control concepts
• Familiarity with cleanroom or laboratory environments and safe handling of chemicals, gases, or related systems
• Ability to communicate effectively in English and Korean and work collaboratively across engineering teams

What sets you apart

• Experience with deposition equipment such as PEALD, PECVD, or similar thin-film tools
• Expertise to RF-induced plasma systems, electro-pneumatic controls, robotics, or microprocessor-based controllers
• Experience supporting early-stage or first-of-kind equipment in an R&D environment
• Strong troubleshooting mindset with a proactive, hands-on approach to problem solving

Job's mission

Join a team that transforms ideas into real-world solutions. As a System Engineer at ASM, you’ll contribute to the development and integration of advanced technologies that power the semiconductor industry. Your work will help ensure our systems are designed, tested, and delivered with precision and purpose.

What you will be working on

• Support system engineering projects involving electrical, mechanical, physics, algorithms, and software design; comprehend underlying system implications; contribute to system engineering specifications within the field of expertise.
• Assist in System Integration during the assembly and final testing of new product designs.
• Assess feasibility of product proposals, resolve technical issues, develop new systems, tools, and units while adhering to product design safety criteria.
• Manage projects, including report generation, schedule creation and maintenance, and interdepartmental coordination.
• Create, manage, and execute engineering project plans, incorporating task scheduling with Gantt charts and resource/cost estimates using MS Project.
• Collaborate on projects with engineering, SW, and process teams; support hardware development and testing to verify performance; create, verify, and approve test procedures.
• Conduct and coordinate tests, providing feedback to product engineering, physics, algorithms, and software on new designs and ongoing engineering improvements from a process perspective.
• Assist in defining external equipment interfaces, analyze architecture ideas, and ensure they are up-to-date using analysis tools.

What we are looking for 

• Master's or PhD in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, or other relevant discipline.
• Ast least 5 years of work experience as a process engineer in a semiconductor equipment manufacturing company, with expertise in equipment hardware design or development of units/systems like Reactor or Plasma Source, etc.
• Proficiency in Pro-E/Creo, CAD 3D Design/Modeling techniques and also in JMP
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment supporting a global customer base.
• Clear communication skills in English and Korean.

Job's mission

As a Senior Field Process Engineer, you will serve as a technical leader driving advanced process optimization and integration for ASM’s semiconductor manufacturing customers. Your expertise will directly influence customer satisfaction, product performance, and internal technology development. This role is pivotal in shaping ASM’s strategic engagement with key accounts and mentoring the next generation of engineering talent.

What you will be working on

• Lead the development and implementation of advanced thin-film deposition process solutions.
• Act as the technical lead for complex customer projects, ensuring timely delivery and high satisfaction.
• Own external field escalations and quality investigations, documenting and publishing lessons learned internally and externally.
• Analyze complex data sets to develop actionable plans and ensure successful outcomes.
• Maintain scorecards for owned applications, identify gaps, and drive closure plans to completion.
• Independently manage process and hardware development, device integration, CIP, and troubleshooting to meet product specifications.
• Understand customer integration strategies across multiple applications and identify new business opportunities for ASM.
• Collaborate with senior engineers and customers to align on technology roadmaps, process flows, and strategic inflection points.
• Proactively resolve technical issues and develop solutions that enhance ASM’s market position.
• Partner with customers to define process and integration requirements.
• Generate and present technical documentation, reports, and presentations to customer leadership and internal business units.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to junior engineers.

What we are looking for

• Master’s or Ph.D. in Material Science, Chemical Engineering, Physics, or a related technical discipline.
• In-depth work experience in thin-film deposition or related semiconductor processes, preferably within an OEM capital equipment company.
• Proven ability to build trusted partnerships with customers and internal stakeholders.
• Strong customer-focused mindset with a results-driven approach.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in both Korean and English, with the ability to present technical and strategic content to diverse audiences.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel and PowerPoint.
• Demonstrated leadership in team environments, with the ability to supervise and inspire others.
• Willingness to work in a cleanroom environment while adhering to safety protocols and wearing appropriate PPE.