Salary
$105k per year
Location
Hybrid (San Jose, United States)
Seniority
Senior
Employment
Full-Time
First seen by Alion on Oct 18, 2026. Canon scores D on the Alion truth index.
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Canon is a Tokyo technology company founded in 1937 that makes imaging equipment, printers and semiconductor lithography systems. Its business has extended from cameras into medical imaging, industrial optics and enterprise document software. The company is one of Japan's largest technology manufacturers and research spenders.
About the Role
Located near a Canon facility (San Jose, CA; Dallas, TX; or Phoenix, AZ) the Technical Support Engineer will provide technical support for software related issues. This is an exciting opportunity for creative candidates with mechanical knowledge who enjoy a technical challenge.
You will work in various customer sites nationwide, to setup and upgrade software in our semiconductor equipment, troubleshoot software related issues, and partner with customers to setup/select optional functions and troubleshoot automation settings. If you have experience with SECS/GEM automation and enjoy resolving technical challenges, this could be the job for you!
Your Impact
- Organize and track both computer hardware and software configuration on all products in the field.
- Liaison with local, domestic and overseas software design team regarding software and/or automation related problems in the field
- Set up hardware, install and configure software, drivers and peripheral devices with knowledge of networking components
- Discuss with customers about Semiconductor equipment automation specifications (SECS/GEM Software compliance)
About You: The Skills & Expertise You Bring
Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline required plus 5 years of related experience, or a Masters degree preferably in an Engineering discipline.
Attention to detail with excellent communication skills
Japanese language skills a plus
Excellent leadership skills required
Familiar with SQL, UNIX, LINUX environment and scripting languages
Understanding of networking fundamentals and concepts
Knowledge of semiconductor automation system in SEMI SECS/GEM
Strong understanding of software languages and computer hardware.
Solid understanding in data structures and algorithms
Experience in developing or debugging software applications
Up to 50% overnight travel required (domestic and/or international) dependent on business needs. Up to 80% travel could be required for initial 6 months for training purpose.
May require considerable travel valid driver's license and acceptable driving record necessary. Additionally, because this position requires driving for company business as an essential function of the job, must remain in compliance with company safety guidelines and policies.
Microsoft Applications (PowerPoint, Word, Basic Excel) and any other Database knowledge skills a plus.
Requires ability to lift up to 50 pounds individually and for lifting over 50 pounds assistance may be available.
Substantial amount of standing, walking, typing, grasping, talking and hearing.
Some amount of driving required, sometime for multiple hours at a time.
Occasionally kneeling, crouching, stooping, reaching, pushing, pulling and climbing stairs
The worker is required to have close visual acuity with or without corrective lenses for extensive reading; visual inspection involving mechanical / electrical parts, small parts, and/or operation of machines (including inspection); using measurement devices; and/or assembly or fabrication parts at distances close to the eyes.
Working in lab may require wearing gloves, safety glasses.
The work environment may include a variety of physical conditions such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, electrical current, exposure to chemicals, lasers, close quarters, narrow aisles or passageways.
The work environment may include working in highly time sensitive situations requiring quick resolutions.
In accordance with applicable law, we are providing the anticipated salary range for this role, $104,870 - $157,050
Company Overview
About our Company -#CUSA
Workstyle Description
Hybrid - This position is full time and offers a hybrid work schedule requiring you to be in the office three days a week and an option to work from home the remainder of the week (unless a specific business need arises requiring in office attendance on other days). Note that work schedules and office reporting requirements may change from time to time based on business needs.
Posting Tags
#PM19 #LI-NF1 #LI-HYBRID
Located near a Canon facility (San Jose, CA; Dallas, TX; or Phoenix, AZ) the Technical Support Engineer will provide technical support for software related issues. This is an exciting opportunity for creative candidates with mechanical knowledge who enjoy a technical challenge.
You will work in various customer sites nationwide, to setup and upgrade software in our semiconductor equipment, troubleshoot software related issues, and partner with customers to setup/select optional functions and troubleshoot automation settings. If you have experience with SECS/GEM automation and enjoy resolving technical challenges, this could be the job for you!
Your Impact
- Organize and track both computer hardware and software configuration on all products in the field.
- Liaison with local, domestic and overseas software design team regarding software and/or automation related problems in the field
- Set up hardware, install and configure software, drivers and peripheral devices with knowledge of networking components
- Discuss with customers about Semiconductor equipment automation specifications (SECS/GEM Software compliance)
About You: The Skills & Expertise You Bring
Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline required plus 5 years of related experience, or a Masters degree preferably in an Engineering discipline.
Attention to detail with excellent communication skills
Japanese language skills a plus
Excellent leadership skills required
Familiar with SQL, UNIX, LINUX environment and scripting languages
Understanding of networking fundamentals and concepts
Knowledge of semiconductor automation system in SEMI SECS/GEM
Strong understanding of software languages and computer hardware.
Solid understanding in data structures and algorithms
Experience in developing or debugging software applications
Up to 50% overnight travel required (domestic and/or international) dependent on business needs. Up to 80% travel could be required for initial 6 months for training purpose.
May require considerable travel valid driver's license and acceptable driving record necessary. Additionally, because this position requires driving for company business as an essential function of the job, must remain in compliance with company safety guidelines and policies.
Microsoft Applications (PowerPoint, Word, Basic Excel) and any other Database knowledge skills a plus.
Requires ability to lift up to 50 pounds individually and for lifting over 50 pounds assistance may be available.
Substantial amount of standing, walking, typing, grasping, talking and hearing.
Some amount of driving required, sometime for multiple hours at a time.
Occasionally kneeling, crouching, stooping, reaching, pushing, pulling and climbing stairs
The worker is required to have close visual acuity with or without corrective lenses for extensive reading; visual inspection involving mechanical / electrical parts, small parts, and/or operation of machines (including inspection); using measurement devices; and/or assembly or fabrication parts at distances close to the eyes.
Working in lab may require wearing gloves, safety glasses.
The work environment may include a variety of physical conditions such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, electrical current, exposure to chemicals, lasers, close quarters, narrow aisles or passageways.
The work environment may include working in highly time sensitive situations requiring quick resolutions.
In accordance with applicable law, we are providing the anticipated salary range for this role, $104,870 - $157,050
Company Overview
About our Company -#CUSA
Workstyle Description
Hybrid - This position is full time and offers a hybrid work schedule requiring you to be in the office three days a week and an option to work from home the remainder of the week (unless a specific business need arises requiring in office attendance on other days). Note that work schedules and office reporting requirements may change from time to time based on business needs.
Posting Tags
#PM19 #LI-NF1 #LI-HYBRID
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