Applications Scientist 2

Onto Innovation is a leader in process control, combining global scale with an expanded portfolio of leading-edge technologies that include: 3D metrology spanning the chip from nanometer-scale transistors to micron-level die-interconnects; macro defect inspection of wafers and packages; metal interconnect composition; factory analytics; and lithography for advanced semiconductor packaging. Our breadth of offerings across the entire semiconductor value chain helps our customers solve their most difficult yield, device performance, quality, and reliability issues. Onto Innovation strives to optimize customers’ critical path of progress by making them smarter, faster and more efficient.

Job Summary & Responsibilities

The Applications Scientist will provide technical on-site support to enlarge POR share, develop and maintain positive relationship with customers and will bridge new product penetration, support pre-sales efforts with technical presentations, BKM and white papers.
Roles And Responsibilities:
• Initiates the design, development, execution and implementation of scientific research projects.
• Investigates the feasibility of applying scientific principles and concepts to potential inventions and products.
• Plans and executes laboratory research.
• Maintains substantial knowledge of state-of-the-art principles and theories, and may contribute to scientific literature and conferences.
• Participate in development of patent applications.
• Coordinate interdepartmental activities and research efforts.

Qualifications

• More than 2 years working experience in semiconductor metrology area is preferred
• Fresh B.S./M.S. in Engineering Sciences, Materials Science, Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Applied Sciences
• Fluency in both written and Spoken English required
• Ability to work independently under minimal supervision
• Ability to deliver effective technical presentations to internal and external audiences
• Experience with computational-based modeling
• Knowledge of statistics, and design of experiments
• Knowledge of basic semiconductor device physics
• Knowledge of numerical analysis, mathematical optimization is a plus
• Experience with semiconductor fabrication and process integration is a plus.

Onto Innovation Inc. offers competitive salaries and a generous benefits package, including health/dental/vision/life/disability, PTO, 401K plan with employer match, and an Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP) along with health & wellness initiatives. We provide a collaborative working environment along with resources, and state-of-the-art tools & equipment to promote success; and a welcoming, inclusive corporate culture where individuals are recognized for their contributions.

Onto Innovation Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis.

For positions requiring access to technical data, Onto Innovation Inc., Inc. may have to obtain export licensing approval from the U.S. Department of Commerce - Bureau of Industry and Security and/or the U.S. Department of State - Directorate of Defense Trade Controls. As such, applicants for this position – except US Citizens, US Permanent Residents, and protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) – may have to go through an export licensing review process.