# Field Service Engineer - Singapore at Nearfield Instruments

> Hybrid · Singapore · Unspecified · Software engineering · open. Source: https://alderhq.app/jobs/recruitee%3Anearfieldinstruments1%3A2751976 (read 2026-11-09).

## Facts (observed)

- Company: [Nearfield Instruments](https://alderhq.app/companies/nearfield-instruments)
- Location text: Singapore, Central Singapore, Singapore
- Where it can be done from (inferred): Hybrid · Singapore (evidence: "Location: Singapore, Central Singapore, Singapore")
- Posted: 2026-09-18 (52 days ago)
- First seen by alder: 2026-11-07 · last verified: 2026-11-07
- Reposted: 0 times · edited: 0 times
- Apply on the employer's site: https://careers.nearfieldinstruments.com/o/field-service-engineer-singapore
- Skills listed (inferred): Python

## Pay and sponsorship

- Posted pay: not posted
- Market band for similar posted roles (Singapore, n 12): p25 SGD 151k, median SGD 209k, p75 SGD 261k
- Recognised sponsor (NL): registered as "Nearfield Instruments B.V." (checked 2026-11-09, [register](https://ind.nl/en/public-register-recognised-sponsors/public-register-regular-labour-and-highly-skilled-migrants))

## Description (the employer's text)

### Join Nearfield Instruments and help shape the future of semiconductor manufacturing

Chips are becoming smaller, more powerful, and increasingly complex. As a result, traditional metrology solutions are no longer sufficient to meet the process control requirements of next-generation semiconductor devices.

Nearfield Instruments is a fast-growing semiconductor scale-up developing advanced 3D metrology solutions for the world's leading chipmakers. Our breakthrough technology enables customers to measure the most complex semiconductor structures with unmatched precision and throughput, supporting critical technologies such as advanced packaging, hybrid bonding, and Gate-All-Around architectures.

To support our continued growth in Singapore and across Asia, we are looking for a Field Service Engineer who enjoys solving technical challenges, working directly with customers, and making a visible impact in a high-tech, international environment.

As a Field Service Engineer, you will play a key role in supporting and optimizing our systems at customer sites, helping leading semiconductor manufacturers achieve the performance required for the next generation of chips.

### Requirements

### What will you do?

As a Field Service Engineer, you are responsible for the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and upgrade of Nearfield Instruments' metrology systems at customer facilities.

You will work closely with customers, technical support teams, and headquarters to resolve issues, improve product performance, and ensure successful operation of our systems in high-volume manufacturing environments.

You are also the eyes and ears of Nearfield Instruments at the customer site, providing valuable feedback on product performance, customer needs, and market developments.

### Key Responsibilities

Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on Nearfield systems

Execute hardware and software upgrades

Troubleshoot technical issues and perform root-cause analysis

Collect and analyze diagnostic and logging data

Execute system testing and document service activities

Install and replace spare parts using approved procedures

Identify and propose improvements to product reliability and serviceability

Support system installations and customer escalations

Prepare tools, procedures, and equipment required for service activities

Manage and maintain service tools and spare parts inventory

Collaborate with headquarters support teams to resolve complex issues

Build strong relationships with customers and provide professional on-site support

### What are we looking for?

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Physics, Electronics, Mechatronics, or a related technical field

Experience in the semiconductor industry or supporting semiconductor equipment

Experience with field service, equipment support, installations, maintenance, or process engineering

Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills

Affinity with software, controls, and automation

Ability to work independently in a customer-facing environment

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Self-motivated, proactive, and hands-on approach

Willingness to travel and work in semiconductor fabs

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with semiconductor metrology equipment

Experience supporting leading semiconductor manufacturers

Programming or scripting experience (Python, MATLAB or similar)

Experience with data analysis and diagnostics

Experience working in an international high-tech environment

### What does success look like?

The successful candidate:

Has semiconductor equipment service experience

Solves technical problems independently and systematically

Builds trust and credibility with customers

Takes ownership until issues are resolved

Works effectively between customer sites and headquarters

Demonstrates reliability, accountability, and a strong safety mindset

Thrives in a fast-growing scale-up environment

### Why join Nearfield Instruments?

Work with some of the world's most advanced semiconductor manufacturers

Support breakthrough metrology technology enabling next-generation chips

Be part of a rapidly growing international scale-up

Collaborate with highly skilled engineers, scientists, and industry experts

Make a visible impact on customer success and company growth

Build your career at the forefront of semiconductor innovation

### About Nearfield Instruments

Nearfield Instruments develops, integrates, markets, and services advanced 3D metrology solutions for the semiconductor industry.

Our breakthrough QUADRA platform combines atomic-scale precision with high throughput, enabling leading chipmakers to control increasingly complex semiconductor manufacturing processes. Our technology supports advanced packaging, hybrid bonding, Gate-All-Around transistors, and other critical applications that drive the future of semiconductor innovation.

Founded in 2016 and headquartered in the Netherlands, Nearfield Instruments has grown into a global team of more than 200 professionals dedicated to solving some of the semiconductor industry's most demanding process control challenges.

Join us and help shape the future of semiconductor manufacturing.

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