Eng-Equipment-III

JOB DESCRIPTION

Summary
We are seeking a technically skilled Equipment Engineer to join our engineering team in supporting the evaluation of emerging technologies and driving continuous improvement initiatives. This role involves hands-on operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of ion implant equipment. The ideal candidate will proactively identify equipment deficiencies during the design phase, implement enhancements, and document preventative maintenance procedures. This position works closely with the process engineering team to develop and execute test plans for new systems and processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate ion implant systems and collaborate with applications, marketing, sales, and customers to define demonstration conditions and conduct in-house product evaluations.
• Maintain equipment, including Source, Beamline, and wafer handling systems, with a strong understanding of product hazards and safe operational practices. Responsible for setup, calibration, and adjustment of wafer handling and robotic systems.
• Diagnose and resolve equipment issues across electrical and mechanical domains, coordinating with subject matter experts as needed.
• Evaluate and analyze system performance. Interpret data and observations to recommend and implement improvements.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to develop and execute test plans, deliver value-added solutions, and maintain detailed knowledge of tool configurations.
• Continue expanding technical knowledge and understanding of the scientific principles underlying product performance.
• Support customer demo requests by partnering with process engineers to prepare systems and ensure tools meet Axcelis performance specifications.

Required Skills

Ability to perform physical maintenance and repair tasks while using appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Willingness to travel up to 15%.

Required Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Physics, or a related discipline.

Job Location
Beverly, Massachusetts, United States

Position Type
Full-Time / Regular

Equal Opportunity Statement
Axcelis is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We do not discriminate based on race, sex, religion, age, color, national origin, disability, medical condition (including pregnancy), veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. We will provide reasonable accommodations to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job unless doing so would impose an undue hardship.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

It is the policy of Axcelis to provide equal opportunity in all areas of employment for all persons free from discrimination based on race, sex, religion, age, color, national origin, disability status, medical condition (including pregnancy), veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.  Axcelis will provide reasonable accommodation necessary to enable a disabled candidate or employee to perform the essential functions of the position, unless the accommodation would create an undue hardship for the Company.
 

U.S. BASE SALARY RANGE

This base salary range reflects the typical compensation for this role across U.S. locations.

Our salary ranges are determined by role and level; individual pay is determined based on

multiple factors, including job-related skills, experience, relevant education or training, work

location, and internal equity. The range provides the opportunity for growth and progression as

you develop within the role.

Base pay is one part of our U.S. total compensation package which includes eligibility in the

Axcelis Team Incentive bonus plan, and comprehensive benefits package (for regular

employees working 20+ hours a week).