AMETEK · 13 hours ago
Application Scientist
Middlefield, CT
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$130K/yr - $160K/yr
5+ years expZygo Corporation is a global leader in designing and manufacturing advanced optical metrology systems. As an Applications Scientist, you will support the development and optimization of optical inspection systems while collaborating with R&D and engineering teams to ensure high performance in real-world applications.
ElectronicsManufacturing
No H1B
Responsibilities
Serve as subject matter expert for Zygo optical inspection and metrology products
Support applications development: system set-up, recipe creation and optimization, validation, and results presentation
Plan and execute customer demos feasibility studies, evaluations, and field trials both onsite and remotely
Develop and execute test plans; compile, analyze, and present validation data
Provide technical training and documentation for customers and internal teams
Translate customer feedback into product enhancements in partnership with the product management team
Collaborate with R&D and engineering teams with systems requirements and new product introduction characterization
Troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement in high-volume manufacturing environments
Develop and maintain industry awareness and best-known methods for applications in optical profiling and related modalities
Travel domestically and internationally as required (20-30%)
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in engineering, physics or materials science or a related field
Minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience with automated optical inspection/metrology systems
2+ years with semiconductor inspection/metrology equipment and process engineering with wafer or panel manufacturing
Background in statistics, statistical process control, applications development, and fundamentals of semiconductor manufacturing processes (lithography, CMP, deposition, etch, and advanced packaging)
Collaborative communicator, with a customer-focused mindset, who works cross-functionally, able to deliver technical information tailored to the audience
Attention to detail – able to document process, develop presentations, and training materials
Able to work independently, take initiative and drive to problem-solve, often in fast paced, multi-faceted environment
Data driven and analytical, with experience in test plan development
Preferred
Proficiency with Chinese language (oral and written communication) highly preferred
Additional language skills – Japanese or Korean a plus
Master's or PhD in engineering, physics, or materials science
Experience with customer-facing demos, evaluations, and field trials
Benefits
Competitive compensation
Benefits
Retirement (401k)
Paid time off programs
Company
AMETEK
AMETEK is a manufacturer of electronic instruments and electromechanical devices.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown2007-01-30Acquired
1978-01-13IPO
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Chief Executive Officer
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SVP & Corporate Comptroller
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