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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. Job mission As a Senior Engineer II, Field Process, you play a critical role in enabling our customers’ success at the most advanced semiconductor technology nodes. Based in Higashi Hiroshima, you will work hands‑on at customer sites, leading complex process qualifications, resolving high‑impact tool and process issues, and partnering closely with customers and internal teams across the globe. Your expertise directly contributes to ASM’s reputation for technical excellence, reliability, and long‑term customer partnerships. What you will be working on • Plan, execute, oversee, and document process qualifications for new installations, conversions, and continuous improvement retrofits for PE‑CVD, PE‑ALD, ALD, CVD, and epitaxy reactors at customer sites • Lead structured problem‑solving activities to identify root causes, develop robust solutions, and support rapid closure of tool excursion escalations during install and sustaining phases • Act as a senior technical interface for customers, understanding current needs, identifying new opportunities, and anticipating future process requirements to build long‑term, trusted partnerships • Develop, maintain, and standardize process recipes, experimental data, and technical documentation for use by internal teams and external stakeholders • Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on customer experience, tool performance, productivity, cost reduction, and process robustness • Provide hands‑on field engineering support when required, including assembly, disassembly, calibration, decommissioning, and troubleshooting of advanced electro‑mechanical semiconductor capital equipment • Collaborate closely with global hardware, process, R&D, and service teams to align field feedback with product and process improvements What we are looking for • Valid work authorization to work in Japan • Master’s degree or higher in a materials‑focused STEM discipline such as materials science or engineering, physics, chemistry, electronic engineering, or nanotechnology • Or a Bachelor’s degree in a STEM discipline with relevant professional experience in semiconductor processing or capital equipment • Strong experience or solid technical foundation in one or more of the following: PE‑CVD, PE‑ALD, ALD, CVD, epitaxy, etch, PVD, surface preparation, photolithography, high‑temperature processing, or materials characterization • Applied experience using data or signal processing tools such as Python, R, MATLAB, JMP, Tableau, Power BI, or equivalent • Commitment to strong safety and quality cultures, both internally and at customer sites • Good mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills • Ability to work effectively in cleanroom and office environments for extended periods, both on‑site and remotely • Strong collaboration skills and the ability to work across organizations, cultures, and disciplines while managing multiple priorities What sets you apart • Experience in customer‑facing roles within the semiconductor, capital equipment, or advanced manufacturing industries • Proven ability to lead complex technical discussions with customers and internal stakeholders • Willingness to travel domestically and internationally (typically 10–40%) to support customer sites across Japan, Asia, the US, and Europe • Professional fluency in English • Japanese language proficiency suitable for customer and on‑site collaboration is highly valued; additional languages are a plus Apply today to be part of what’s next. We make the tech that enables the chips in devices which improve lives around the world. We do this with an eye to the future, pushing the boundaries of what’s possible through cutting-edge innovation, and driving the next wave of technological breakthroughs that shape how we live, work, and connect. To learn more about ASM, find us at asm.com and on LinkedIn , Facebook , Instagram, X and YouTube . ASM is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, nationality, social or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender, gender identify or expression, marital status, pregnancy, political affiliation, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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That number is real. WorkMundi's database shows 144,883 open engineer roles across the world. India has the most with 31,687 jobs, followed by the United States with 30,084. If you just finished reading one job ad and felt paralyzed by choice, you're not alone—but this scale is actually an advantage. It means you can afford to be selective.
Start by geography and language. The majority of engineer ads—117,837 of them—have the job posting text written in English. Use that as one filter, but remember: the ad text language tells you nothing about whether the role actually requires you to speak English day-to-day. Read the job description carefully. Then check which countries have the volume you're targeting. Singapore, Poland, and Australia round out the top five after India and the US.
Next, learn who's hiring. Accenture has posted 2,801 engineer roles. andurilindustries, speechify, and jobgether are also actively recruiting. If you're applying to one of these names, research their hiring patterns and interview style before you apply. That homework pays off.
When you interview, expect the question every engineer hears: 'Tell me about a time you had to debug a problem that wasn't in your job description.' Have a specific story ready—not a general one. Name the tools, the deadline pressure, and what you learned. Hiring managers listen for whether you see problem-solving as part of the role itself, not a favour.