Engineer, Field Service (Early Careers)

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.  

As a Field Service Engineer – Early Career (Austin, TX), you’ll take on a hands-on role supporting ASM’s advanced semiconductor equipment and helping our customers keep their fabs running at peak performance. You’ll build real-world expertise through structured training, mentorship, and on-the-job learning while working directly with technologies that power AI, 5G, cloud computing, and next‑generation devices. This is your chance to apply your engineering background, strengthen your technical capabilities, and join a team that’s shaping the future of semiconductor innovation. 

The project: 

You’ll begin with a 24-month structured training program in Hillsboro, OR, where you’ll work side-by-side with experienced engineers and gain hands-on exposure to our industry-leading equipment and processes. This phase is designed to quickly build both your technical depth and confidence in the field. 

After completing your training, you’ll transition into a founding member of a newly established Field Service Engineering team in Austin, TX. In this role, you’ll play a key part in shaping how we support and scale this new operation, working in a fast-paced, highly collaborative environment with strong visibility and impact from day one. 

You’ll work with vacuum systems, plasma, chemical delivery, robotics, sensors, advanced metrology, and complex hardware‑software interactions. Your contributions will have a direct impact on tool performance, system uptime, and customer success, playing a meaningful role in enabling leading‑edge logic technology nodes. This experience lays a strong foundation for rapid growth, technical mastery, and a variety of long‑term career paths within ASM. 

What You Will Be Working On  

• Support installation, maintenance, and repair of ASM semiconductor equipment at customer sites  

• Troubleshoot equipment and process issues with guidance from senior engineers  

• Deliver clear, timely, customer‑focused support with a strong safety mindset  

• Working in cleanroom environments while following strict safety and quality standards. 

• Assist in identifying and contributing to continuous improvement efforts   

• Participate in customer escalations alongside experienced team members  

What We Are Looking For  

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Electromechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field  

• Willing to spend 2 years in Hillsboro, OR for the on-the-job training program 

• Candidates who are hands-on and mechanically curious, energized by complex systems and real-world problem solving, Comfortable working in fast paced, high-tech environments & motivated to build a long-term engineering career.  

• Internship, co‑op, senior design project, lab research, or hands‑on technical experience  

• Ability to read and interpret basic electronic and electromechanical schematics  

• Understanding of safety protocols and willingness to work in cleanroom environments  

• Strong problem‑solving mindset and eagerness to learn  

• Clear communication skills and a strong customer-service mindset  

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively  

• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally  

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office  

What Sets You Apart  

• Demonstrated commitment to safety, quality, and disciplined execution  

• Exposure to semiconductor processes, wafer fabs, robotics, vacuum systems, plasma, or gas handling  

• Experience writing technical documentation in school or project settings  

• Familiarity with customer‑facing or support roles (internships, tutoring, help desk, teamwork)  

• Interest in structured problem‑solving methods, statistical methods, data analysis.  

• Curiosity and learning orientation when working with advanced semiconductor technologies  

• Participation in engineering clubs, competitions, or technical student groups  

Why join ASM?  

We’re looking for engineers who are excited to work hands‑on at the crossroads of hardware, software, and cutting‑edge process technology. 

If you love diving into complex systems, bringing structure to ambiguity, and shaping action plans that move real innovation forward—and you want to be part of a fast‑growing, disruptive company at the center of the global semiconductor industry, ASM is the place for you. 

Here, you’ll find long‑term growth opportunities at the forefront of semiconductor technology. You’ll work on industry‑leading tools that power next‑generation technologies, supported by a culture that values people, continuous learning, and disciplined execution. Your first role as an FSE is just the beginning. With clear pathways into technical leadership, operations, product roles, program management, technical sales, and customer‑facing engineering careers, ASM gives you the flexibility to grow in the direction that fits you best—at the heart of an industry that makes AI possible. 

2026 is the year to join ASM as a Field Service Engineer. Apply now!