Service NPI Systems Engineer

Job Title

Service NPI Systems Engineer

Role Summary

Develop and optimize optical metrology technologies and support deployment of first-in-fab metrology tools. Work within cross-functional teams (software, hardware, applications) to define specifications, validate system performance, and produce procedures and training for field engineers.

Role includes hands-on lab work, on-site installation and tool matching, and up to 20% international travel.

Experience Level

Senior-level. The posting references 2–3 years of experience in complex optical systems or hardware development.

Responsibilities

Primary responsibilities include system alignment, optimization, validation, experimental design, and communication of results to internal and field teams.

• Align, optimize, and validate complex optical metrology systems.
• Develop operational methods and procedures to improve tool performance.
• Design and execute experiments to characterize, troubleshoot, and improve systems.
• Create technical presentations and documentation for internal teams and customers.
• Specify requirements and communicate implementation needs to cross-functional engineering groups.
• Support on-site installation, initial tool matching, and handover to local engineering teams.
• Generate training materials and procedures for field support.
• Travel internationally as required (up to ~20%).

Requirements

Must-have technical skills, hands-on experience, and team/collaboration capabilities. Education requirements are listed separately.

• 2–3 years experience with complex optical systems or hardware development.
• Experience with laser systems, including mid-IR sources and homodyne detection instrumentation.
• Experience integrating precision optical and optomechanical components.
• Proficiency in data analysis and scripting (Python, MATLAB, or similar).
• Strong analytical skills for systematic troubleshooting of prototype and production systems.
• Hands-on experience with prototype systems in a laboratory environment.
• Familiarity with semiconductor capital equipment, optical processing, metrology, or inspection products.
• Good interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams.
• Experience with new product development and providing field support for complex tools.
• Willingness to travel internationally (up to 20%).

Education Requirements

Ph.D. in Engineering or Sciences with a focus on optical physics.

About the Company

Company: Onto Innovation

Headquarters: Wilmington, MA, United States

Onto Innovation develops process-control solutions for the semiconductor industry, offering optical inspection, 3D metrology, defect inspection, composition analysis, factory analytics, and lithography technologies to improve yield, performance, and reliability across the semiconductor value chain.