About Ushio Inc.
Ushio Inc. is a multibillion-dollar Japanese technology company that harnesses the power of light to advance photonics, optical systems, and precision industrial automation. Ushio’s technologies enable critical innovation across semiconductor packaging, microelectronics, and advanced manufacturing.
Through Adtec Engineering, Necsel, and the AUCC Division—a strategic collaboration between Ushio and Applied Materials—the company operates at the forefront of modern semiconductor innovation. Adtec Engineering and AUCC are advancing the deployment of market-leading direct imaging (DI) systems and revolutionary Digital Lithography Technology (DLT).
Designed to address 10um to submicron patterning requirements, advanced-substrate warpage, and high-density chiplet integration, DLT systems are helping accelerate the semiconductor industry’s transition into the AI era.
Join our team and work at the intersection of precision Japanese engineering, global technology collaboration, and next-generation photonics.
Job Description: Senior Field Service Technician – Direct Imaging (DI) Exposure Systems
Position Title: Sr. Field Service Technician – Direct Imaging (DI) Exposure Systems
Department: Customer Support & Technical Services
Reports To: Field Service Manager
Location: Covington, Georgia Customer site or Field-Based (50–75% Travel)
1. Role Overview
The Direct Imaging (DI) Field Service Tech. is responsible for installing, commissioning, calibrating, maintaining, and repairing high-precision Digital Direct Imaging (DI/DE/DLT) exposure systems at customer manufacturing facilities. Working with cutting-edge optical, high-precision mechanical, laser, and electronics subsystems, the engineer serves as the primary technical expert on-site to minimize tool downtime, ensure high yield/throughput, and maintain exceptional customer satisfaction.
2. Key Responsibilities
System Installation & Commissioning
- Perform on-site unboxing/uncrating, precision leveling, electrical-mechanical assembly, and system turn-up for advanced Direct Imaging Exposure equipment.
- Calibrate stage motion accuracy, optical/laser systems, and auto-alignment registration systems according to OEM engineering specifications.
- Conduct Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) and collaborate with customer process engineers to validate exposure quality and registration overlay.
Preventive/Corrective Maintenance & Tool Upgrades
- Execute scheduled Preventative Maintenance (PM) procedures that will include optic/electronic/mechanical inspection/cleaning, consumable parts replacement, stage/axis motion tuning, and system calibration
- Rapidly respond to tool down events; perform root-cause failure analysis (RCFA) on complex hardware, software, optics, and electro-mechanical issues.
- Repair or replace subassemblies such as, but not limited to UV and Visible LED / Laser sources, DMD (Digital Micromirror Device), optics, motion controllers, pneumatic systems, electronic sensors, mechanical parts, and driver modules
- Perform tool upgrades, modifications and retrofits as needed
Technical Support & Process Optimization
- Act as the technical liaison between customer engineering staff and internal R&D/Applications engineering teams.
- Troubleshoot exposure defects (e.g., line-width variation, overlay misalignment, pattern distortion) and optimize system parameters for target photoresist materials.
- Maintain cleanroom protocol compliance (Class 10/100 or ISO 4/5 environments).
Administrative & Operational Compliance
- Accurately document all service activities, field modifications, parts usage, and system histories in the Field Service Management (CRM) system in a timely manner.
- Manage local spare parts trunk stock, tool calibration cycles, and field return authorizations (RMA).
- Comply with strict cleanroom safety guidelines, Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA) regulations, lockout/tagout (LOTO), laser safety regulations and customer site policies.
- Create Statement of Purpose (SOP), submit weekly updates and reports, and publish other requested periodic reports.
Candidate Requirements
1. Basic Qualifications & Experience
- Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Mechanical Engineering, Optical Engineering, or Physics.
- OR Associate degree in Engineering Technology (focus on Electrical/Electronics/Mechanical) with 3+ years of field experience in photolithography or semiconductor equipment.
- OR Equivalent military technical training (e.g., radar, optical systems) with 4+ years of relevant electromechanical experience.
- Experience: Minimum 3–5 years hands-on experience in field service, tool maintenance, or system integration of high-precision capital equipment.
2. Technical Competencies & Expertise
Key Skill Requirements:
- Precision Optics & Lasers: Familiarity with UV and visible laser sources, optical beam alignment, optic mirrors, DMD engines, lens assemblies, and laser power sensors.
- Motion Control & Automation: Experience with multi-axis linear motor stages, high-resolution optical encoders, piezo actuators, and servo drive tuning.
- Electronics & Troubleshooting: Proficiency in reading complex schematics, wiring diagrams, PCB layout diagrams, and utilizing oscilloscopes and DMMs.
- Software & Systems: Ability to learn and run proprietary machine control software, diagnostic tools, and Linux/Windows embedded systems; basic knowledge of CAD/CAM raster processing (Gerber, ODB++) is a plus.
- Process Understanding: Basic knowledge of photolithography, photoresist exposure processes, alignment mark recognition systems, and registration measurement.
3. Soft Skills & Personal Attributes
- Customer Focus: Strong interpersonal skills to manage customer expectations during stressful, high-cost downtime situations.
- Analytical Problem Solving: Structured approach to troubleshooting complex, multi-variable engineering issues (software vs. mechanical vs. optical).
- Self-Direction: Proven ability to manage schedules, travel commitments, and independently deliver field service.
- Language Skills
- Required: Professional working proficiency in English language.
- Advantage: Professional working proficiency in Korean and/or Japanese language.
4. Physical & Work Environment Requirements
- Cleanroom Compliance: Able to work in cleanroom garments (bunny suits) for extended durations.
- Mobility & Lifting: Ability to lift up to 50 lbs unassisted (toolboxes, spare parts) and perform tasks requiring bending, kneeling, reaching and working at heights
- Vision: Normal color vision and depth perception (required for optic alignments and wiring identification).
- Travel: Valid Passport, Valid driver’s license with clean driving record; willing to travel up to 75% locally/regionally/internationally on short notice, including occasional overnight and weekend shifts.
Pay: $80,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k) 4% Match
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Application Question(s):
- Do you have experience in handling Semiconductor Equipment and/or Photolithopgraphy Tools for PCB/Semiconductor?
Education:
Experience:
- Field Service Engineering: 3 years (Required)
Language:
- Japanese (Preferred)
- Korean (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
- Passport (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Covington, GA 30014 (Required)
Willingness to travel:
Work Location: In person
