

Metrology Engineer
Actalent
Posted Monday, September 29, 2025
Posting ID: JP-005576858
anta ClarJob Title: SEM Metrology Engineer
Job Description
As a SEM Metrology Engineer, you will play a vital role in imaging and analyzing samples, supporting the development of applications and processes for a next-generation electron beam writing system. Your work will be crucial in customer support and the advancement of lithographic tools.
Responsibilities
- Serve as the primary operator for the Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM), responsible for sample preparation and supporting the imaging and characterization needs.
- Perform image analysis to evaluate pattern quality and conduct failure analysis on system components.
- Operate complex scientific equipment, ensuring high-quality images from electron beam or optical microscopes.
- Maintain and troubleshoot lab hardware, while occasionally installing new equipment.
- Work independently in a fast-paced and creative technical environment.
Essential Skills
• Driven to obtain high quality images from ebeam or optical microscopes, and persistent in obtaining precise and reproducible analysis of these images
• Hands-on experience with SEM for high resolution imaging of wafers and hardware components preferred
• Familiarity with SEM sample prep, image analysis, and metrology preferred
• Experience maintaining and troubleshooting lab hardware, or installing new equipment preferred
• Comfortable working on new equipment without well-established procedures
• Possess excellent attention to detail, problem solving, communication, and organizational skills
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Interest and comfort in working with complex and delicate scientific equipment.
- Persistence in obtaining precise and reproducible analysis.
- Excellent attention to detail, problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills.
Work Environment
Work in a leading electron-beam technology innovator focused on revolutionizing the wafer fab equipment industry with maskless, full-wafer patterning capabilities. Operate in a dynamic environment that aims to scale significantly in the coming years. The position requires flexibility and adaptability in working with new equipment and procedures.
Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of Santa Clara, California.
Contact Information
Email: mattcraig@actalentservices.com