JAMES SIMMONS
Hillsboro,OR
Summary
Senior Test Technician with 3+ years of hands-on experience supporting dual-beam electron microscopes, semiconductor manufacturing equipment, and ultra-high vacuum systems. Skilled in electrical and mechanical troubleshooting, system testing, final integration, precision adjustments, and production support. Recognized for solving equipment issues, supporting production goals, improving test processes, and helping train new technicians.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Test Technician
Thermo Fisher Scientific
Hillsboro, OR
09.2024 - Current
- Perform final testing and system verification on DualBeam SEM systems to ensure customer and factory acceptance requirements are met before shipment.
- Complete cable routing, high-voltage alignments, optical calibrations, and precision adjustments on sensitive electro-mechanical assemblies.
- Troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, and software-related issues using schematics, digital multimeters, and diagnostic tools.
- Partner with engineering, quality, and manufacturing teams to resolve issues, improve processes, and support new product builds.
- Follow cleanroom, ESD, and quality procedures while handling sensitive microscope components.
Test Technician II
Thermo Fisher Scientific
Hillsboro, OR
11.2022 - 09.2024
- Tested and supported ultra-high vacuum systems using helium leak detectors, roughing pumps, and turbomolecular pumps.
- Performed preventive maintenance, repairs, system checks, and troubleshooting on manufacturing equipment to reduce downtime.
- Supported production by identifying equipment issues, escalating problems, and helping return systems to operation efficiently.
- Trained and supported new technicians on microscope operation, vacuum systems, equipment procedures, and safety requirements.
- Worked with engineering and manufacturing teams to troubleshoot issues and improve test and production processes.
Wafer Fab Operator
Qorvo
Hillsboro, OR
11.2021 - 11.2022
- Operated semiconductor processing equipment in a high-volume cleanroom manufacturing environment.
- Monitored process performance using SPC charts and reported out-of-spec conditions to engineering teams.
- Performed microscope inspections to identify wafer defects and maintain quality standards.
- Handled semiconductor wafers and adjusted equipment settings to support yield and process performance.
Lead Shipping Clerk
Biamp
Hillsboro, OR
08.2019 - 10.2021
- Coordinated daily shipping and receiving activities to support production and customer delivery schedules.
- Prepared bills of lading, international customs paperwork, and other shipping documentation.
- Maintained inventory accuracy through cycle counts and ERP inventory tracking while assisting with warehouse organization and process improvements.
Education
High School Diploma -
Century High School
Hillsboro, ORSkills
- Helios 1200 & Helios NanoLab DualBeam
- SEM/FIB
- Ultra-High Vacuum Systems
- High-Voltage Power Supplies
- Troubleshooting
- Electrical & Mechanical Diagnostics
- Pneumatics & Optics
- Precision Alignments
- Root Cause Analysis
- Testing & Manufacturing
- Final System Integration
- Factory Acceptance Testing
- Helium Leak Detection
- Wafer Handling
- XT Microscope Control Software
- IFast Automation Software
- SPC
- MES
- Cleanroom Procedures
- ESD Compliance
- Technical Documentation
- Continuous Improvement
- Production Support
- Equipment Maintenance
- Technician Training
- Cross-Functional Troubleshooting
Timeline
Senior Test Technician
Thermo Fisher Scientific
09.2024 - Current
Test Technician II
Thermo Fisher Scientific
11.2022 - 09.2024
Wafer Fab Operator
Qorvo
11.2021 - 11.2022
Lead Shipping Clerk
Biamp
08.2019 - 10.2021
High School Diploma -
Century High School