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Our Platform Controls team develops control architectures, industrial automation solutions, and advanced control algorithms that enable reliable, high-performance operation of complex subsystems.\nAbout the Role\nThis exciting hands-on role for Particle Control Hardware Engineer/Scientist reporting into Technology Development organization is responsible for designing and developing hardware solutions to minimize particle and contamination on Axcelis implantation systems.\nThis role focuses on designing, testing and qualifying components within Axcelis tools by applying mechanical engineering, surface engineering, material interaction chemistry and particle transport physics.\nThe role requires extensively cross-functional collaboration with process engineering, design engineering, equipment engineering and field support teams to identify particle and metal contamination sources, implement corrective actions, and improve tool performance in lab and at customer sites across the world.\nKey Responsibilities\nAs the lead particle control hardware engineer/scientist Conduct root cause investigations for particle-related yield excursions and defectivity issues with hands on testing and analysis using advanced metrology systems such as particle counters, SEM/EDX, VPD ICP-MS, optical inspection.\n\nDesign precision mechanical components for the system specifically in key modules affecting particle performance.\nDevelop materials, coatings, seals, and surface finishes suitable for ultra-clean applications.\n\nPerform mechanical analysis to reduce particle generation from wear, friction, vibration, and system interfaces.\n\nUtilize PLM, CAD, and FEA tools. Specific knowledge of Windchill, Creo and Ansys.\n\nInterface with customers and suppliers regarding contamination specifications and corrective actions.\n\nSupport audits, customer inquiries, and technical problem-solving activities.\n\nTravel internationally as required to support customer upgrades and testing (10-25%).\n\nRequirements\nMaster or PhD in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Materials Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering or equivalent areas.\n\n3-10 years of hardware development experience in semiconductor manufacturing, semiconductor equipment, vacuum systems, or contamination-sensitive industries.\n\nDemonstrated hands on working experience operating sophisticated systems similar to semiconductor equipment.\n\nWorking level understanding of contamination control and particle generation mechanisms.\n\nExperience with:\nCleanroom operations (ISO Class 1-5 preferred)\n\nVacuum system design\n\nPrecision mechanical assemblies\n\nWafer handling systems\n\nRoot cause analysis methodologies\n\nStatistical process control (SPC)\n\nProficiency in CAD software (CREO or similar) and engineering documentation practices.\n\nWorking experience with statistical analysis techniques and software.\n\nExperience working with suppliers on technology development.\n\nAble to work in a lab environment and assist with hardware installations.\n\nAble to work collaboratively in a fast paced environment.\n\nStrong communication and presentation skills. Preferred Knowledge:\nKnowledgeable with graphite, graphite surface treatments, semiconductor chamber shield design.\n\nKnowledgeable in typical particle types in semiconductor systems and mitigation methods.\n\nEQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT\nIt 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.\nU.S. BASE SALARY RANGE\n$130,800.00 - $196,200.00This base salary range reflects the typical compensation for this role across U.S. locations.\nOur salary ranges are determined by role and level; individual pay is determined based on\nmultiple factors, including job-related skills, experience, relevant education or training, work\nlocation, and internal equity. The range provides the opportunity for growth and progression as\nyou develop within the role.\nBase pay is one part of our U.S. total compensation package which includes eligibility in the\nAxcelis Team Incentive bonus plan, and comprehensive benefits package (for regular\nemployees working 20+ hours a week).","description_format":"text","description_chars":4753,"description_truncated":false,"requirements":{"experience_years_min":3,"management_years_min":null,"team_size_min":null,"manages_managers":false,"education":{"level":"phd","optional":false},"security_clearance":false,"languages":[]},"benefits":["Equity"],"hiring_locations":[],"hiring_excludes":[],"relocation_offered":false,"industries":["Semiconductor Equipment"],"lifecycle":[{"event":"open","at":"2026-10-02T10:22:06Z"}],"visa":[{"country":"US","licensed_sponsor":true,"evidence":"H-1B filings in 12 months: 10 · green card filings: 1","filings_12m":10,"filings_prev_12m":11,"green_card_filings_12m":1,"median_offered_wage_usd":127955,"route":null,"cap_exempt":false,"checked_at":"2026-10-29T16:27:21+00:00","sources":["US Department of Labor: LCA disclosure data (H-1B, H-1B1, E-3)","US Department of Labor: PERM disclosure data (green cards)"],"filings_for_role_12m":0}],"liveness":{"score":26,"band":"fade","label":"Fading","p_open":1,"p_active":0.48,"p_room":0.55,"age_days":47,"expected_fill_days":38,"reasons":["conf:7","stale_co","win:tail"],"computed_at":"2026-11-01T06:10:25Z"},"pay":{"stated_usd_annual":196200,"is_top_pay":true},"html_url":"https://alion.io/job/axcelis-technologies-system-particle-control-hardware-engineerscientist-semiconductor-equipment","json_url":"https://alion.io/job/axcelis-technologies-system-particle-control-hardware-engineerscientist-semiconductor-equipment.json","meta":{"generated_at":"2026-11-01T11:54:31Z","cache_seconds":300,"methodology":"https://alion.io/methodology","terms":"https://alion.io/terms","contact":"https://alion.io/contact","api":"https://alion.io/developers","about":"Alion is a live layer of people, companies and AI agents: who they are, whether they are real and active right now, what they do and how to work with them, readable by people and by agents and paid per call.","catalog":"https://alion.io/catalog.json","usage":{"tier":"crawler_verified","counted_by":"address","units_charged":1,"used_today":18426,"day_limit":null,"remaining_today":null,"minute_limit":300,"resets_at":"2026-11-02T00:00:00Z"}},"offers":[{"id":"company.slices","title":"One company in depth, by slice","status":"live","price":{"credits":0.02,"usd":0.002,"plus_per_slice":{"credits":0.05,"usd":0.005}},"unit":"per company, plus each slice with data","note":"the employer in depth","call":{"mcp_tool":"get_company","arguments":{"id":58455},"rest":"https://alion.io/mcp/rest/get_company?id=58455"},"human":"https://alion.io/catalog?offer=company.slices&for=job%2Faxcelis-technologies-system-particle-control-hardware-engineerscientist-semiconductor-equipment"},{"id":"market.stats","title":"A market slice: pay, demand and time to fill","status":"live","price":{"credits":1,"usd":0.1},"unit":"per slice","note":"pay, demand and time to fill for this role and place","call":{"mcp_tool":"market_stats"},"human":"https://alion.io/catalog?offer=market.stats&for=job%2Faxcelis-technologies-system-particle-control-hardware-engineerscientist-semiconductor-equipment"},{"id":"job.search","title":"Open jobs by role, technology, place, pay and visa","status":"live","price":{"credits":0.02,"usd":0.002},"unit":"per posting in a list","note":"similar open postings","call":{"mcp_tool":"search_jobs"},"human":"https://alion.io/catalog?offer=job.search&for=job%2Faxcelis-technologies-system-particle-control-hardware-engineerscientist-semiconductor-equipment"},{"id":"company.verify","title":"Is this company real and active right now","status":"pilot","price":null,"unit":"per company","request":{"url":"https://alion.io/catalog/request","method":"POST","body":"{\"offer\": \"company.verify\", \"for\": \"job/axcelis-technologies-system-particle-control-hardware-engineerscientist-semiconductor-equipment\", \"note\": \"what you need it for\"}"},"human":"https://alion.io/catalog?offer=company.verify&for=job%2Faxcelis-technologies-system-particle-control-hardware-engineerscientist-semiconductor-equipment"}],"agent":{"mcp":"https://alion.io/mcp/jobs","mcp_open":"https://alion.io/mcp/open","next":[{"tool":"get_job","arguments":{"id":1685556}},{"tool":"search_jobs","arguments":{"company":"axcelis.com","detail":"compact"}},{"tool":"match_people","arguments":{"job_id":1685556},"note":"people open to offers who fit this vacancy"}],"note":"The same data through MCP tools: https://alion.io/mcp/open needs no sign-in (compact searches, postings, people); https://alion.io/mcp with an Alion account has everything. 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