Applications Engineer 1

Onto Innovation is a leader in process control, combining global scale with an expanded portfolio of leading-edge technologies that include: 3D metrology spanning the chip from nanometer-scale transistors to micron-level die-interconnects; macro defect inspection of wafers and packages; metal interconnect composition; factory analytics; and lithography for advanced semiconductor packaging. Our breadth of offerings across the entire semiconductor value chain helps our customers solve their most difficult yield, device performance, quality, and reliability issues. Onto Innovation strives to optimize customers’ critical path of progress by making them smarter, faster and more efficient.Job Summary & ResponsibilitiesApplication Engineer / ScientistThe position reports to the Applications Manager in Grenoble France.The position will start for the new hire to complete training in the first 6 monthsResponsibilities and DutieWork with Application Manager to provide comprehensive application support to our current installed base and future installs.Interface with customers to highlight application opportunities and possibilities to strengthen ONTO position in the market.Perform on-site tool qualification to achieve customers specification.Travel to customer sites to assist both with improved tool utilization and experience.Collect future development feedback from the field and dispense it to our engineering/marketing group for future development to improve ONTO position within the market.Give application support to the sales team to increase ONTO Innovation's market share. This would include presenting future tool/software developments, on-site & remote application studies, support meetings, etc.Liaise with Application HQ group to ensure application studies are completed to customer requirements and within acceptable timeframes.travel 70%QualificationsQualificationsHighly driven, self-sufficient, well organizedGood interpersonal skillsWillingness to travel >70% time throughout EuropeStrong presentation and communication skills3-15 years experience working in semiconductor manufacturing industry preferably in relevant areas (metrology, inspection).Fluent EnglishStrong Microsoft Office product knowledgeExperience with metrology and/or inspection equipmentGood knowledge of semiconductor manufacturing processes proven through similar application support or process engineering rolesUniversity degree (B.Sc., M.Sc,, PhD or similar) or Engineering school degree in a relevant technical field (physics, chemistry,engineering, etc.)Experience with software systems and methodology commonly used in metrology/ inspection such as statistical process control, tool matching methodology, spectra modelling, defect management systems, yield management systems, etc. is a plusOnto Innovation Inc. offers competitive salaries and a generous benefits package, including health/dental/vision/life/disability, PTO, 401K plan with employer match, and an Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP) along with health & wellness initiatives. We provide a collaborative working environment along with resources, and state-of-the-art tools & equipment to promote success; and a welcoming, inclusive corporate culture where individuals are recognized for their contributions.Onto Innovation Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis.For positions requiring access to technical data, Onto Innovation Inc., Inc. may have to obtain export licensing approval from the U.S. Department of Commerce - Bureau of Industry and Security and/or the U.S. Department of State - Directorate of Defense Trade Controls. As such, applicants for this position – except US Citizens, US Permanent Residents, and protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) – may have to go through an export licensing review process.