Field Service Engineer II – Electron Microscopy

Thermo Fisher Scientific

. Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair advanced electron microscopy equipment at semiconductor manufacturing facilities .

Posted 10/27/2026full-timeAustin • Texas • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in troubleshooting and repairing advanced electron microscopy equipment, with strong skills in reading electrical schematics and diagnosing high-voltage and ultra-high-vacuum systems. Proven ability to provide exceptional customer service and technical support while adhering to GMP safety standards.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Advanced Electron Microscopy Equipment MaintenanceHigh-Voltage System TroubleshootingElectrical Schematic InterpretationCustomer Service and Technical SupportSemiconductor Manufacturing Experience

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Hard Skills

Troubleshooting Electronic EquipmentRepairing High-Voltage SystemsPreventive MaintenanceCalibrating Analytical InstrumentsDiagnosing Component-Level IssuesReading Electrical SchematicsWorking Under GMP StandardsHandling Hazardous MaterialsExperience with SEM, TEM, FIB SystemsMaintaining Ultra-High-Vacuum Systems

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsCustomer Relationship BuildingDocumentation Skills

Tools & Technologies

Windows Software EnvironmentsMS-DOS

Certifications & Qualifications

Valid Driver's LicenseAbility to Obtain a Passport

Industry Keywords

Semiconductor ManufacturingField Service ExperienceCleanroom EnvironmentsHigh-Uptime Fabrication Environments

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Electron

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair advanced electron microscopy equipment at semiconductor manufacturing facilities
Work directly with customers to resolve complex technical issues
Minimize equipment downtime and ensure reliable performance of analytical instruments
Troubleshoot and repair complex electronic, high-voltage, and ultra-high-vacuum systems
Read and interpret electrical schematics to identify equipment failures
Install, calibrate, and perform preventive maintenance on advanced instrumentation
Diagnose issues down to the component and subsystem level
Provide responsive technical support and build strong customer relationships
Document service activities and collaborate with internal technical teams
Travel to customer locations to provide on-site support
Travel regularly, up to 50%, between customer sites in Austin and Taylor, Texas, with occasional travel across Texas, New Mexico, and Arizona

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
3+ years of hands-on experience troubleshooting, repairing, or maintaining sophisticated electronic equipment
Strong electrical schematic reading and troubleshooting skills
Experience diagnosing and repairing high-voltage and ultra-high-vacuum systems
Proficiency with Windows software environments and familiarity with MS-DOS
Strong customer service, communication, documentation, and problem-solving skills
Valid driver's license
Ability to obtain a passport
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
Semiconductor manufacturing or semiconductor equipment field service experience preferred
Experience supporting equipment in high-uptime fabrication environments preferred
Experience with SEM, TEM, FIB systems, or similar instrumentation preferred
Ability to work under GMP safety standards and in cleanroom/PPE environments
Ability to work with hazardous/toxic materials and strong odors

Benefits

Comp & perks

Standard (Mon-Fri) work schedule
Customer-focused environment with technical expertise development
Work with advanced technology supporting semiconductor innovation