Field Applications Engineer (FAE) - RF semiconductor equipment

To complement our team, we are looking for a customer- and team-oriented individual for our Plasma Control Technologies division at the Aachen site as a

Field Applications Engineer (FAE) - RF semiconductor equipment 

For 75 years, we have been following our curiosity. It drives us and has made Comet a leading Swiss technology company worldwide. Curiosity and the spirit of research have allowed us to become and remain innovative. For a better and sustainable world.

We develop and produce innovative high-tech components and systems based on X-ray and radio-frequency technology. Our developments make an important contribution to safer, more efficient and more sustainable production, mobility and communication

In the Plasma Control Technologies (PCT) division, we manufacture specialized components that are required for the precise control of plasma processes and are used in the production of memory chips or touch screens for sensors, smartphones or tablets. At the German PCT site, the expertise is mainly in the field of RF generators.

Job Summary:  As a Field Applications Engineer (FAE), you will leverage your expertise in high-frequency RF systems to support the integration, optimization, and troubleshooting of RF Matching Networks, RF Generators, and related RF subsystems in semiconductor manufacturing. You will work closely with customers, R&D, and field teams to ensure seamless adoption of our products in plasma processing applications. This role specifically requires expertise in RF power delivery and impedance matching at MHz frequencies, which are critical for plasma processing applications.

This is what you will do:

• Collaborate with internal and external customers to integrate high-frequency RF subsystems to semiconductor manufacturing tools
• Analyze and optimize high-frequency RF system performance, ensuring stable impedance matching and efficient power transfer
• Perform  detailed RF system characterization, impedance matching and power delivery optimization
• Support pre-sales and post-sales activities, including technical presentations, training and high-frequency RF troubleshooting
• Conduct high-frequency lab testing and troubleshooting, utilizing advanced RF instrumentation (VNA, spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes...) 
• Work closely with R&D to provide customer feedback for product enhancements
• Develop technical documentation, applications notes and training materials
• Provide on-site and remote customer support as needed

What you bring: 

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, RF Engineering or related field
• 2 years+ of experience in RF applications, semiconductor equipement or related industry
• Hands-on-experience with RF Matching Networks, RF Generators and impedance matching at high frequencies (MHz range)
• Good understanding of Smith charts, S-parameters and RF circuit design
• Willingness to travel (domestic & international) as required
• Fluent English, both written and spoken. German is a plus
• High customer orientation, strong communication skills, team player mentality
• Structured and independant working style with a hands-on approach
• Strong organizational skills, problem-solving ability and analytical thinking

What we offer:

• A versatile and lively task in a successful Swiss company that continues to be on a growth course
• An unlimited employment contract in full-time with flextime and the possibility to work remotely
• A pleasant working environment with modern infrastructure and flat hierarchies
• An open, supportive, and committed team
• A dynamic, international environment
• Job bike, e-charging stations on the building, company pension scheme, free drinks (hot/cold), health care via company doctor, success participation, 30 days of vacation

We are curious about you and look forward to receiving your complete online application and will be happy to answer any questions you may have.

For this vacancy, only direct applications and no recruitment dossiers will be considered.

Comet PCT
Kellershaustrasse 22
52078 Aachen, Germany
comet.tech/careers