What are the responsibilities and job description for the Customer Support Engineer position at Kokusai Semiconductor Equipment Corporation?
CUSTOMOR SUPPORT ENGINEER I & II
Support the Tools That Power the World
Launch your engineering career providing hands-on technical support for advanced semiconductor equipment used by leading chip manufacturers worldwide.
ABOUT KSEC
Kokusai Semiconductor Equipment Corporation is a global leader in advanced thermal processing systems and enabling semiconductor technologies, including Diffusion and CVD.
We are committed to technical excellence, professional growth, and diversity in the workplace.
At Kokusai Semiconductor Equipment Corporation (KSEC), this role is designed for early-career engineers who want structured development, real responsibility, and exposure to advanced semiconductor manufacturing environments.
WHAT THIS ROLE IS DESIGNED FOR AND WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
- A.S. or B.S. Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, or related engineering graduates
- Early-career engineers (0–3 years’ experience)
- Technically curious individuals who enjoy troubleshooting and customer interaction
- Engineers who want structured learning and real-world impact
- You don’t need years of semiconductor experience. You do need strong fundamentals, mechanical aptitude, and a willingness to learn.
- Basic understanding of electrical systems and troubleshooting fundamentals
- Professional communication skills
- Flexibility for travel (as needed) and schedule adjustments
WHAT YOU’LL DO
- Perform preventive maintenance on advanced semiconductor equipment
- Assist in troubleshooting and corrective maintenance activities
- Follow KSEC and customer safety protocols at all times
- Support equipment installation or removal as required
- Complete documentation and administrative reporting accurately
- Provide feedback to technical support and engineering teams
- Maintain professional, customer-facing behavior
YOUR DEVELOPMENT PATH
Phase 1 – Structured Training: classroom instruction and on-the-job training (OJT) including:
- Safety protocols and cleanroom fundamentals
- Preventive maintenance (PM) and corrective maintenance (CM) fundamentals
- Basic system diagnostics and documentation usage
- Exposure to KSEC administrative systems and technical databases
Phase 2 – Guided Customer Support
- Perform preventive maintenance with supervision
- Assist with corrective maintenance and basic troubleshooting
- Learn tool architecture and subsystem functions
- Begin direct interaction with customer engineering teams
Phase 3 – Expanding Technical Scope
- Support multiple customer tool sets
- Perform independent maintenance tasks
- Develop diagnostic confidence
- Act as a professional liaison between customers and internal support teams
COMPENSATION
Salary Range: $62K – $79K, based on experience, qualification’s location and level.
In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, candidates may be eligible for other forms of compensation.
Kokusai is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law.
To apply, please send your resume to KSEC.jobs@kokusai-electric.com
Please specify reference number #1062-1063
Salary : $62,000 - $79,000