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Get Access To All JobsRequisition ID 198446
Date posted 04/16/2026
Work Location Chandler
Work Country United States
The group you’ll be a part of
The Customer Support Business Group focuses on enabling our customers with premier customer support throughout their lifecycle with Lam. We drive performance, productivity, safety, and quality of customers installed base performance and deliver service and lifecycle solutions for their most critical equipment and processes.
The impact you’ll make
As a Field Service Engineer at Lam, you will step into the limelight of customer support. Your work goes beyond installations and troubleshooting; it ensures the operational excellence of our complex semiconductor equipment. You're on the front lines, understanding customer needs and collaborating with various teams to deliver solutions.
What you’ll do
- Provide quality on-site repair, maintenance service, and complete installation/relocation start-up services of Lam’s complex electro-mechanical and electronic systems at customer sites.
- Perform analytical problem-solving, troubleshooting, conduct diagnostics, and isolate issues to the component level, and take corrective actions to minimize downtime, system interruptions, and equipment malfunctions.
- Keep up to date on semiconductor capital equipment and Lam products through learning, training, and certification.
- Assist in complex field modifications and updates, maintaining records and reports to coordinate activities between Lam and the customer.
- Serve as a subject matter expert, representing Lam to our valued customers, delivering exceptional customer satisfaction.
- Troubleshoot and create customer response action plans to support customer needs.
- Transparently discuss opportunities and challenges with customer to increase trust.
- Provide technical instruction and mentoring other junior engineers.
Who we’re looking for
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Electronics, Electrical, Mechanical, Engineering or related field.
- Previous experience in installation, maintenance, repair, or troubleshooting of semiconductor capital equipment.
- Proficiency in interpreting electrical and mechanical schematics, diagrams, and operation manuals.
- Able to work in a clean room environment while wearing personal protective safety equipment, or cleanroom suit.
- Frequently position oneself (e.g., bend, stoop, reach, walk, sit, twist, squat, kneel, climb, stand) to perform job tasks for extended periods.
- Able to travel frequently - domestically and internationally, based on customer needs, flexibility to work a variety shifts including compressed and alternative workweeks including overtime and on-call if needed.
Preferred qualifications
- Proficiency in basic computer skills and familiarity with common office software including Microsoft Office Suite.
- Communication skills, both written and verbal, in English.
- Foundational analytical and problem-solving skills.
Our commitment
We believe it is important for every person to feel valued, included, and empowered to achieve their full potential. By bringing unique individuals and viewpoints together, we achieve extraordinary results.
Lam Research ("Lam" or the "Company") is an equal opportunity employer. Lam is committed to and reaffirms support of equal opportunity in employment and non-discrimination in employment policies, practices and procedures on the basis of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, or military and veteran status or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. It is the Company's intention to comply with all applicable laws and regulations. Company policy prohibits unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees.
Lam offers a variety of work location models based on the needs of each role. Our hybrid roles combine the benefits of on-site collaboration with colleagues and the flexibility to work remotely and fall into two categories – On-site Flex and Virtual Flex. ‘On-site Flex’ you’ll work 3+ days per week on-site at a Lam or customer/supplier location, with the opportunity to work remotely for the balance of the week. ‘Virtual Flex’ you’ll work 1-2 days per week on-site at a Lam or customer/supplier location, and remotely the rest of the time.
Salary
Salary Range for this position: $53,000.00 - $111,000.00.
The above salary range for this position is relevant to applicants that reside in California and most states. Salary offers will depend on factors that include the location you work from, your level, education, training, specific skills, years of experience and comparison to other employees already in this role. Actual salary may vary from salary offered due to numerous factors including but not limited to unpaid time off, unpaid leave, company mandated shutdown, and other relevant factors.
Our Perks and Benefits
At Lam, our people make amazing things possible. That’s why we invest in you throughout the phases of your life with a comprehensive set of outstanding benefits.
Requisition ID 198446
Date posted 04/16/2026
Work Location Chandler
Work Country United States
The group you’ll be a part of
The Customer Support Business Group focuses on enabling our customers with premier customer support throughout their lifecycle with Lam. We drive performance, productivity, safety, and quality of customers installed base performance and deliver service and lifecycle solutions for their most critical equipment and processes.
The impact you’ll make
As a Field Service Engineer at Lam, you will step into the limelight of customer support. Your work goes beyond installations and troubleshooting; it ensures the operational excellence of our complex semiconductor equipment. You're on the front lines, understanding customer needs and collaborating with various teams to deliver solutions.
What you’ll do
- Provide quality on-site repair, maintenance service, and complete installation/relocation start-up services of Lam’s complex electro-mechanical and electronic systems at customer sites.
- Perform analytical problem-solving, troubleshooting, conduct diagnostics, and isolate issues to the component level, and take corrective actions to minimize downtime, system interruptions, and equipment malfunctions.
- Keep up to date on semiconductor capital equipment and Lam products through learning, training, and certification.
- Assist in complex field modifications and updates, maintaining records and reports to coordinate activities between Lam and the customer.
- Serve as a subject matter expert, representing Lam to our valued customers, delivering exceptional customer satisfaction.
- Troubleshoot and create customer response action plans to support customer needs.
- Transparently discuss opportunities and challenges with customer to increase trust.
- Provide technical instruction and mentoring other junior engineers.
Who we’re looking for
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Electronics, Electrical, Mechanical, Engineering or related field.
- Previous experience in installation, maintenance, repair, or troubleshooting of semiconductor capital equipment.
- Proficiency in interpreting electrical and mechanical schematics, diagrams, and operation manuals.
- Able to work in a clean room environment while wearing personal protective safety equipment, or cleanroom suit.
- Frequently position oneself (e.g., bend, stoop, reach, walk, sit, twist, squat, kneel, climb, stand) to perform job tasks for extended periods.
- Able to travel frequently - domestically and internationally, based on customer needs, flexibility to work a variety shifts including compressed and alternative workweeks including overtime and on-call if needed.
Preferred qualifications
- Proficiency in basic computer skills and familiarity with common office software including Microsoft Office Suite.
- Communication skills, both written and verbal, in English.
- Foundational analytical and problem-solving skills.
Our commitment
We believe it is important for every person to feel valued, included, and empowered to achieve their full potential. By bringing unique individuals and viewpoints together, we achieve extraordinary results.
Lam Research ("Lam" or the "Company") is an equal opportunity employer. Lam is committed to and reaffirms support of equal opportunity in employment and non-discrimination in employment policies, practices and procedures on the basis of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, or military and veteran status or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. It is the Company's intention to comply with all applicable laws and regulations. Company policy prohibits unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees.
Lam offers a variety of work location models based on the needs of each role. Our hybrid roles combine the benefits of on-site collaboration with colleagues and the flexibility to work remotely and fall into two categories – On-site Flex and Virtual Flex. ‘On-site Flex’ you’ll work 3+ days per week on-site at a Lam or customer/supplier location, with the opportunity to work remotely for the balance of the week. ‘Virtual Flex’ you’ll work 1-2 days per week on-site at a Lam or customer/supplier location, and remotely the rest of the time.
Salary
Salary Range for this position: $53,000.00 - $111,000.00.
The above salary range for this position is relevant to applicants that reside in California and most states. Salary offers will depend on factors that include the location you work from, your level, education, training, specific skills, years of experience and comparison to other employees already in this role. Actual salary may vary from salary offered due to numerous factors including but not limited to unpaid time off, unpaid leave, company mandated shutdown, and other relevant factors.
Our Perks and Benefits
At Lam, our people make amazing things possible. That’s why we invest in you throughout the phases of your life with a comprehensive set of outstanding benefits.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Service Tech Jobs at Lam Research Jobs
Certify hands-on semiconductor equipment experience
Lam Research evaluates Service Techs on direct experience with CVD, etch, or deposition systems. Document your equipment-specific work in your resume with system names and repair scopes, not just job titles.
Target field service roles at fab-adjacent locations
Lam's Service Tech openings are concentrated near major semiconductor manufacturing hubs. Filtering by location before applying helps you identify roles tied to active customer accounts, where sponsorship timelines are often more predictable.
Prepare your credentials for specialty occupation documentation
USCIS requires the employer to show the role meets specialty occupation standards. Gather transcripts, degree equivalency evaluations, and any technical certifications now, so Lam's immigration team can build a stronger I-129 petition without delays.
Use Migrate Mate to find open Service Tech roles at Lam
Sorting through Lam's postings manually is slow and misses roles added mid-cycle. Migrate Mate filters Lam Research openings by visa sponsorship eligibility, so you can focus your applications on positions actively available to international candidates.
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Find Service Tech at Lam Research JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Does Lam Research sponsor H-1B visas for Service Techs?
Yes, Lam Research sponsors H-1B visas for Service Tech roles. The position typically qualifies as a specialty occupation when the role requires a degree in engineering, electronics, or a closely related technical field. Your application package should make the degree-to-role connection explicit, since USCIS scrutinizes specialty occupation claims for field service positions more closely than for traditional engineering desk roles.
How do I apply for Service Tech jobs at Lam Research?
Applications go through Lam Research's careers portal. Search for field service, customer support engineer, or service technician postings filtered by region. Tailor your resume to the specific equipment families listed in each job description. Migrate Mate also aggregates Lam's open Service Tech roles with sponsorship filters applied, which can surface relevant postings faster than a manual search.
Which visa types are commonly used for Service Tech roles at Lam Research?
Lam Research sponsors H-1B, F-1 OPT, F-1 CPT, TN, J-1, and Green Card pathways including EB-2 and EB-3 for Service Tech positions. F-1 OPT is the most practical entry point for recent graduates, since it lets you start immediately while a long-term petition is prepared. TN is available to Canadian and Mexican nationals in qualifying engineering roles and does not require lottery participation.
What qualifications and experience does Lam Research expect for Service Tech roles?
Lam Research looks for hands-on experience with semiconductor process equipment, particularly CVD, etch, or deposition platforms. An associate or bachelor's degree in electronics, electrical engineering, or mechatronics is standard. Field troubleshooting experience, the ability to read schematics, and familiarity with cleanroom protocols all strengthen your candidacy. Roles supporting active customer accounts at fabs often require prior on-site equipment installation or preventive maintenance experience.
How do I navigate the sponsorship timeline for a Service Tech offer at Lam Research?
Timeline depends on which visa category applies to your situation. OPT and CPT can begin quickly once authorized by your school's DSO. H-1B has a fixed annual cycle with USCIS registration in March and an October 1 start date. Premium processing is available for H-1B and can reduce USCIS adjudication to 15 business days. Build at least two to three months of buffer between your offer acceptance and your expected start date to allow for LCA filing with DOL before the I-129 is submitted.
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