Application Engineer

Role & Responsibilities:

• High level usage of optical sensors and software for the determination of dimensional quantities of semiconductors 
• Conduct feasibility studies and application evaluations in collaboration with international customers.
• Develop and configure measurement programs for optical metrology systems prior to customer delivery.
• Perform system qualification and acceptance testing of optical measurement equipment at customer sites.
• Provide technical support to the sales & service team and deliver both on-site and remote customer training programs.
• Other tasks deemed necessary by the Management.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in physics, Electrical Engineering, Measurement & Control Engineering, Sensor Systems Technology, Microsystems Technology, Automation Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• Business-level proficiency in English, both written and spoken.
• Strong knowledge of metrology principles and practices, with the ability to apply theoretical and practical measurement concepts.
• Experience with optical measurement systems, optical sensors, or related technologies is advantageous.
• Willingness to travel internationally (Asia, USA, and Europe) up to approximately 25% of the time.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with customers and cross-functional teams.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to evaluate data, identify root causes, and recommend effective solutions.
• Proven ability to deliver technical training, presentations, and customer-facing discussions in English.
• Self-motivated and proactive, with the ability to address challenges efficiently and drive tasks to completion.
• High level of attention to detail and commitment to accuracy in both technical and commercial activities.
• Team-oriented with the ability to collaborate across multiple departments and external partners, while also working independently with minimal supervision.

IT skills: Excel, PowerPoint, Matlab bzw. Octave, Python, programming skills

Life at Nova:

• Enjoy paid annual vacation and sick days, as well as allowance for transportation and spot bonus.
• Get recognition of your special occasions and enjoy diverse holiday gifts and fun swag.
• Employee Insurance (Outpatient Medical Plan, Hospitalization & Surgical Plan, Critical Illness Plan, Accidental Plan, Life Insurance Plan)
• Take advantage of training and learning programs to further develop as a professional.

Get to know us better

Nova (NASDAQ: NVMI) is a global company and a leading provider of innovative metrology and process control solutions for semiconductor manufacturing.

With approximately 1,400 employees, three R&D centers and 31 sites worldwide, we provide valuable insights into the world’s most advanced industry. We leverage a variety of technological fields, including physics, optics, chemistry, and algorithms, to develop hardware and software solutions that measure nearly every advanced computer chip built in the world.

Nova dives deep into the atomic level, extracting unique insights using dimensional, materials and chemical metrology, providing our customers with crucial decision-making data, and addressing critical challenges by offering differentiated solutions.

Our outstanding, people-focused, and innovative culture means that every individual at Nova has the opportunity to make a significant impact and redefine the boundaries of what can be achieved through technology.

Sentronics Metrology GmbH (a Nova Company), acquired by Nova, is a leading metrology company specializing in high-precision measurement solutions for semiconductor manufacturing. Based in Mannheim, Sentronics brings over 25 years of expertise in developing cutting-edge metrology systems.

The company’s integration into Nova is already underway, and it is now an integral part of the Nova family, sharing the same values of innovation, quality, and customer satisfaction. The combination of Nova's global reach and Sentronics' advanced technology and specialized knowledge creates a unique platform for growth and innovation. As part of Nova, Sentronics will fully benefit from the exciting opportunities in the rapidly evolving semiconductor industry.

Join us if you are

A dreamer and brilliant high aimer who sees the impossible as the starting point and loves working in a multidisciplinary global team to create innovative breakthroughs.

Skills

Liaising with cross functional teams, Feasibility Studies, Systems Technology, Semiconductor Materials, Metrology Management, Administrative Work, Physics, Optical Measuring, Root Cause Analysis, Measuring Technology, Business English, International Travel, Technical Sales Support, Customer Communication, Electrical Engineering, testing of measurement equipment