Product Applications Engineer

About Veeco
You probably don’t realize it, but what we do at Veeco touches the lives of every person, every day. It’s a bold statement, but it’s true. From the smartphones in our pockets that access the world’s collective knowledge, to the cloud-based services where all that information lives, to high-speed wireless communication and computing power needed to drive artificial intelligence, augmented and virtual reality, gaming and so much more, our technology is all around us. 

We design, develop, manufacture, and service highly complex, cutting-edge machines used by our customers to create the essential devices that drive the digital age, connect the world, and improve the human experience. Along with the world’s leading technology companies, many of which are household names, we help solve their most difficult material science challenges, enabling technologies for a more connected, sustainable, and convenient world.

We’re looking for material difference-makers to join our growing team. Interested? Learn more at www.veeco.com/careers.

Overview

Veeco’s wet process systems enable cutting-edge semiconductor technologies—from advanced packaging to high-performance computing. As a Product Application Engineer based in Taiwan, you’ll partner with top customers to develop new applications on Veeco’s WaferStorm and WaferEtch platforms, drive experimental studies, and translate data into actionable results. This role offers a unique blend of technical depth and customer interaction, working across R&D, sales, and service teams to bring critical process innovations to market. If solving complex challenges at the forefront of semiconductor manufacturing excites you, this is an opportunity to make an impact.

Responsibilities

• Develop and validate new wet process applications for customer and Veeco initiatives; execute experiments, analyze results, and present findings.
• Maintain and advance Best Known Methods (BKMs) for process control and continuous improvement; drive adoption and knowledge sharing.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams—including engineering, service, and sales—to support revenue goals and enhance system performance.
• Support customer demos and R&D projects in Taiwan and Veeco’s U.S. Applications Lab, including DOE preparation, tool setup, and reporting.
• Deliver technical presentations and training to customers, partners, and internal teams.
• Ensure compliance with cleanroom protocols, chemical handling safety, and operational standards during hands-on lab work.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree plus 5 years of related experience; or Master’s degree and 3 years; or PhD with equivalent exposure.
• Ability to travel internationally up to 50% (including visits to Veeco U.S. headquarters and labs).

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Experience in semiconductor or cleanroom fabs preferred.
• Familiarity with metrology tools (e.g., SEM, AFM, ellipsometer, profilometer, particle counters, four-point probe).
• Basic troubleshooting of mechanical/electrical/plumbing systems; comfort handling acids, bases, and solvents with PPE.
• Proficient in MS Office; ability to learn equipment-specific control and data collection software.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and customer management skills; effective communicator in English (written and verbal).
• Physical capability for lifting up to 50 lbs and wearing cleanroom attire.
• Location: Hsinchu, Taiwan (ideal) but other locations in Taiwan may be considered; travel required to support customers within all of Taiwan and support other Asia customers in South Korea, Japan, Southeast Asia.

Veeco is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected characteristics. Veeco is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.

Notice to Applicants:
All communication about open positions and hiring will come from someone with a @veeco.com email address. You will always have multiple interviews and meet several team members (in-person or virtually) before we present an offer. We may also check references or conduct a background investigation as part of the offer process. We will never ask you for money for any reason, especially to send equipment or for pre-employment training. If you have any questions or concerns, or if someone has reached out to you and you think it might be a scam, please get in touch with us at recruiting@veeco.com.