Equipment Maintenance & Optimization: Perform preventive and predictive maintenance on wafer fabrication equipment to ensure high availability, reliability, and performance.
Troubleshooting: Diagnose and resolve equipment issues quickly to minimize downtime and prevent production bottlenecks. Conduct root cause analysis on equipment failures.
Process Improvement: Collaborate with process engineers to identify and implement improvements in equipment and process settings to enhance production efficiency and yield.
Documentation: Maintain accurate documentation of equipment performance, maintenance activities, and troubleshooting procedures. Update work instructions and best practices for equipment operation.
Calibration & Validation: Ensure equipment is properly calibrated and meets specifications for wafer fabrication processes, adhering to quality and safety standards.
Data Analysis: Use data analysis tools and statistical process control (SPC) to monitor equipment performance, identify trends, and anticipate potential issues before they impact production.
Collaboration & Communication: Work closely with other engineering teams, technicians, and vendors to ensure seamless equipment functionality. Provide training and support for junior technicians and new team members.
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience as an Equipment Engineer in wafer fabrication or semiconductor manufacturing.
Education: Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field.
Leadership: Demonstrated ability to lead a group of engineers/technicians and mentor technical teams, share knowledge, and build team expertise. Strong decision-making skills, with experience balancing immediate production needs with long-term reliability and yield goals.
Technical Skills:
Proficiency with wafer fabrication equipment and understanding of semiconductor manufacturing processes (e.g., photolithography, etch, deposition, CMP, metrology).
Strong skills in troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair of complex manufacturing equipment.
Familiarity with Statistical Process Control (SPC) and Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA).
Experience with PLCs, automation, and robotics in a cleanroom setting is a plus.
Soft Skills: Excellent problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively under pressure.
Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to document processes and procedures clearly and effectively.
