Applications Engineer (Afm / Semiconductor Metrology) - Usa Hillsboro (Oregon) Applications Engineer
Applications Engineer (AFM / Semiconductor Metrology)
Onsite: Hillsboro, Oregon (Hybrid / Customer Facing)
Compensation: $135,000 - $165,000 base salary + comprehensive US benefits package
Help Shape the Future of Semiconductor Metrology
Infinitesima is transforming nanoscale measurement with a pioneering approach to Atomic Force Microscopy (AFM). Our technology enables semiconductor manufacturers to see more, measure faster, and unlock process insights that conventional metrology techniques cannot achieve.
Backed by leading industry investors including Applied Ventures, the venture capital arm of Applied Materials, we're scaling rapidly worldwide. Our headquarters in Abingdon, Oxfordshire (UK) is home to a highly talented team of more than 100 scientists, engineers and commercial specialists developing next-generation metrology solutions for the semiconductor industry.
As adoption of our technology accelerates, we're looking for a customer-focused Applications Engineer to join our growing US team in Hillsboro, Oregon.
This is an opportunity to become a recognised technical expert, working directly with leading semiconductor manufacturers and research organisations to solve some of the industry's most complex measurement challenges.
The Opportunity
You'll serve as the technical bridge between our customers, our worldwide applications team and our product development engineers.
Working directly with semiconductor fabs, research institutes and technology partners, you'll help customers unlock the full performance of Infinitesima's AFM technology through method development, data analysis, application optimisation and technical consultation.
This is far more than a support role. You'll become a trusted expert, influencing customer success, supporting commercial growth and helping shape the future direction of our products.
What You'll Be Doing
- Act as the primary technical applications contact for customers across North America
- Lead customer demonstrations and proof-of-capability projects
- Develop measurement methodologies and application workflows for advanced semiconductor use cases
- Interpret complex customer requirements and translate them into practical metrology solutions
- Optimise recipes, measurement parameters and system performance to deliver the best possible results
- Troubleshoot application challenges and identify root causes of performance issues
- Conduct sample analysis, generate technical reports and communicate findings clearly to customers
- Present technical data and application results to engineers, scientists and senior stakeholders
- Partner with Sales, Product Management and Engineering teams to support business growth
- Represent Infinitesima at conferences, customer workshops and industry events
- Share customer feedback and industry trends to influence future product development
What We're Looking For
Essential
- Deep technical expertise in Atomic Force Microscopy (AFM) and scanning probe microscopy techniques
- Experience developing, optimising and interpreting nanoscale measurement methods
- Strong understanding of semiconductor manufacturing, process control or advanced metrology applications
- Proven ability to solve complex technical problems and communicate solutions clearly
- Excellent presentation and customer engagement skills
- Fluent written and spoken English
- US Citizen or US Permanent Resident with unrestricted right to work in the United States
Highly Desirable
- Experience in semiconductor process development, yield engineering or metrology
- Experience supporting customers in a field applications, applications engineering or technical sales environment
- Knowledge of advanced process control and data analysis methodologies
- Experience with analytical or scientific instrumentation
- Conference presentation, publication or customer training experience
You'll Stand Out If You Have Experience With
- Critical dimension metrology
- Semiconductor process characterisation
- Surface roughness and topography analysis
- Defect inspection and process control
- Advanced packaging
- Materials characterisation
- Data analytics and statistical analysis
- Semiconductor R&D or high-volume manufacturing environments
Why Join Infinitesima?
- Work with genuinely groundbreaking AFM technology
- Join a rapidly growing company with strong industry backing
- Collaborate with world-leading scientists and engineers
- Influence product development through direct customer engagement
- Enjoy international exposure working with global customers and colleagues
- Build your profile as a recognised technical expert within the semiconductor industry
- Competitive salary and comprehensive US benefits package
Please note: We are unable to offer visa sponsorship, relocation sign-on bonuses or equity grants for this position.
A bit about us:
Infinitesima is a privately owned company founded in 2001, as a spin-out of the University of Bristol, by CTO Professor Andrew Humphris. Our dynamic team of scientists and engineers is focussed on enabling the next generation of semiconductor devices through delivery of innovative products to customers around the world.
Our strength lies in the varied perspectives that come from different cultures, experiences, and identities. We believe that true innovation is fuelled by collaboration, locally and globally. We strive to foster an environment where everyone can contribute meaningfully and thrive. If you require adjustments to take part in the recruitment process, please let us know, we’ll do our best to support you.
Note to recruitment agencies: Infinitesima Ltd only works with approved agencies and does not accept unsolicited agency CVs. Please do not submit candidate details in response to this advert, or to any Infinitesima Ltd employees. Infinitesima Ltd is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited CVs.
A note on how we run interviews:
We use AI only to transcribe our interviews so we can focus fully on you instead of scribbling notes. The AI does not take part in any decision making at any stage. All hiring decisions are made by real humans based on the conversation we have with you.
Training clarification
The role is based in the United States and does require occasional global travel.
All new hires complete an initial training period at our UK headquarters in Abingdon, with travel and accommodation support provided by the company.
Right to work (US)
Candidates must have the legal right to work in the United States at the time of application. We are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.
Equal Employment Opportunity statement
Infinitesima is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees, and do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.
Safety / physical requirements: This role may involve some on‑site work with complex technical systems. Reasonable adjustmentcan be made to support candidates who require them to perform the role effectively.
