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Engineering Technician 4

TualatinOnsiteFull TimePosted 2 months agoVisa sponsorship available

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Required skills

  • STEM sample preparation
  • ifast
  • AutoTEM
  • Thermo Fisher Helios systems
  • FIB-SEM analysis
  • EDS
  • Critical Dimension SEM
  • lab methodology
  • quality standards
  • optimal workflows

Nice to have

  • dual beam FIB/SEM tools
  • thin lamella
  • TEM imaging
  • physics of FIB/SEM
  • voltage
  • current

Role summary

The SEM Lab in Tualatin is seeking an Engineering Technician 4 to prepare STEM samples using FEI/Thermo Fisher Helios dual beam FIB-SEM tools with ifast and AutoTEM software. The role involves primary responsibility for sample preparation and imaging in Scanning Transmission Electron Microscopy (STEM), with additional duties in FIB-SEM analysis, EDS, and Critical Dimension SEM. The technician will follow lab methodologies, optimize workflows, communicate with stakeholders, and provide feedback for continuous improvement. A BS in a physical science or specialized AS degree with equivalent training in materials science and analytical techniques is required, along with the ability to work a shift schedule.

The group you’ll be a part of

The SEM Lab in Tualatin is committed to providing best-in-class microscopy services to support Lam’s engineering and development efforts. Through technical development and continuous improvement, we solve difficult analysis problems and leverage efficiencies to increase our throughput and reduce our time to data. 

The impact you’ll make

The major responsibility is to prepare STEM samples using FEI/Thermo Fisher Helios dual beam FIB-SEM tools using ifast and AutoTEM software in an autonomy focused workflow.

Primary responsibility for this position is the preparation and imaging of samples in Scanning Transmission Electron Microscopy (STEM) using Thermo Fisher Helios systems. Additional responsibilities may include FIB-SEM analysis, EDS, and Critical Dimension SEM. 

What you’ll do

  • Follow lab methodology for STEM sample preparation consistent with quality standards.
  • Utilize optimal workflows for efficient throughput of samples.
  • Excellent communication with lab personnel and external business groups to prioritize sample processing.
  • Provide feedback to lab management for continuous improvement opportunities in lab workflows.
  • Problem solving capabilities.

Who we’re looking for

  • 0-2 years of experience with a BS degree in a physical science, or a specialized AS degree or equivalent professional training on materials science and analytical techniques.
  • Ability to work a shift schedule.

Preferred qualifications

  • Experience operating dual beam FIB/SEM tools, especially in the preparation of thin lamella for STEM or TEM imaging.
  • Knowledge of the physics involved with FIB/SEM tools, and voltage/current is a plus.
  • Familiarity with key developments and materials in the semiconductor industry is a plus.
  • Experience creating and presenting technical documentation.
  • Experience in customer IP protection and sample handling is a plus.
  • Great spatial awareness for tool operation.
  • Attention to detail and ability to work in a high throughput environment.
  • This position is a compressed 12hr/day schedule from 5am - 5pm which alternates between three and four days per week.
  • This shift is front end days Sunday through Wednesday, with Wednesday alternating every other week.

Our commitment

We believe it is important for every person to feel valued, included, and empowered to achieve their full potential. By bringing unique individuals and viewpoints together, we achieve extraordinary results.

Lam Research ("Lam" or the "Company") is an equal opportunity employer. Lam is committed to and reaffirms support of equal opportunity in employment and non-discrimination in employment policies, practices and procedures on the basis of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, or military and veteran status or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. It is the Company's intention to comply with all applicable laws and regulations. Company policy prohibits unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees.

Lam offers a variety of work location models based on the needs of each role. Our hybrid roles combine the benefits of on-site collaboration with colleagues and the flexibility to work remotely and fall into two categories – On-site Flex and Virtual Flex. ‘On-site Flex’ you’ll work 3+ days per week on-site at a Lam or customer/supplier location, with the opportunity to work remotely for the balance of the week. ‘Virtual Flex’ you’ll work 1-2 days per week on-site at a Lam or customer/supplier location, and remotely the rest of the time.

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At Lam, our people make amazing things possible. That’s why we invest in you throughout the phases of your life with a comprehensive set of outstanding benefits. 

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