Location: San Jose, CA

Onsite | Full-time

Are you a technical expert with a passion for teaching others how things work? We are hiring on behalf of our client who are seeking a Technical Trainer to join their team in San Jose. In this role, you will bridge the gap between complex engineering and hands-on application, developing and delivering comprehensive training on high-end photolithography equipment.

You won't just be behind a lectern; you’ll be in the cleanroom and the lab, ensuring their equipment is operational and their customers—both internal and external—are masters of the technology. This role is a 70/30 split between active training delivery and course development, offering a dynamic environment for someone who loves to stay "hands-on" with hardware while mentoring others.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver Expert Training: Conduct classroom and laboratory sessions on the operation, preventive maintenance, application, and installation of photolithography systems.
• Curriculum Development: Design and revise technical training materials, ensuring all lesson plans and procedures are accurate and up-to-date.
• Technical Maintenance: Manage the operation and maintenance of their San Jose training facilities and cleanroom equipment to ensure they are "demo-ready."
• Field Support: Verify technical procedures to support field service technicians and provide detailed technical presentations as needed.
• Customer Liaison: Partner with customers to assess training needs, gather feedback, and ensure their programs meet the evolving demands of the semiconductor industry.

Requirements

Experience & Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Physics, or a related technical science field.
• 5 years of related work experience (minimum 3 years in a technical capacity).
• Must Have: Proven experience as a Field Service Engineer or Technical Instructor within the semiconductor industry.
• Must Have: Hands-on hardware experience (e.g., robot replacement, troubleshooting, use of mechanical/electrical hand tools).

Skills & Environment:

• Cleanroom Proficiency: Comfortable working in a fab/cleanroom environment (requiring full bunny suit, mask, gloves, and safety glasses).
• Communication: Ability to translate complex physics and engineering concepts into digestible information for both engineers and customers.
• Software: Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) for course development.
• Physical Requirements: Close visual acuity for inspecting small parts/defects and the ability to perform mechanical assembly.



Travel & Schedule:

• Travel: Ability to travel up to 30%–50% (primarily domestic, with occasional international trips of 1–2 weeks).
• Flexibility: Willingness to work flexible shifts as required by training schedules.
• License: Must possess a valid driver’s license and an acceptable driving record.
• Eligibility: Must be authorized to work in the US without sponsorship.



Benefits

• Competitive Compensation: Salary commensurate with mid-senior level engineering expertise.
• Professional Growth: Opportunity to become a subject matter expert on industry-leading photolithography technology.
• Collaborative Culture: Work alongside a highly skilled team of engineers and technical experts in a state-of-the-art facility.

Impact: Play a critical role in the success of their customers by ensuring their teams are world-class operators.