Equipment Engineer

5 Months ago • 2 Years +

Software Development & Engineering

Job Description

As an Equipment Engineer, you will lead tool maintenance, optimization, and improvement initiatives in a semiconductor manufacturing facility. You will be responsible for maximizing equipment uptime and driving cost efficiency. Key responsibilities include leading equipment installation, maintenance, and continuous improvement, analyzing tool performance data, collaborating with cross-functional teams, managing vendor relationships, and ensuring compliance with safety protocols. This role requires technical expertise in troubleshooting and implementing long-term corrective actions for complex semiconductor manufacturing equipment.

Must Have:

Bachelor’s/Master’s in engineering.
2+ years of experience in semiconductor equipment engineering.
Deep technical knowledge of toolsets.
Strong analytical skills and data analysis proficiency.
Experience with automation systems and troubleshooting.
Excellent communication and project management skills.

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Job Description

We are seeking a highly experienced and technically skilled Equipment Engineer to lead tool maintenance, optimization, and strategic improvement initiatives within our semiconductor manufacturing facility. You will play a key role in maximizing equipment uptime, supporting process stability, and driving cost-efficiency.

Responsibilities:

Lead the installation, qualification, maintenance, and continuous improvement of complex semiconductor manufacturing equipment.
Provide technical leadership in troubleshooting chronic tool issues and implementing long-term corrective actions.
Analyze tool performance data (OEE, MTBF, MTTR) and drive strategies to improve equipment reliability and uptime.
Collaborate with process engineering, production, and facilities teams to support operational goals.
Manage vendor relationships for tool upgrades, spare parts, and service contracts.
Develop and implement preventive and predictive maintenance plans.
Lead or contribute to cross-functional projects including new tool introduction, capacity expansion, and yield improvement initiatives.
Ensure compliance with all safety protocols, cleanroom standards, and quality systems.
Provide detailed documentation and reports on tool status, repair history, and improvement initiatives.
Position may require periodic travel to subcontractor sites in Asia.

Requirements:

Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Mechatronics, or related engineering discipline.
Minimum of 2 years of direct experience in equipment engineering within a semiconductor fabrication (front-end or back-end) environment.
Deep technical knowledge of one or more toolsets (e.g., Xcerra ASL1000 testers, Rasco, XuFeng and equivalent gravity-feed test handlers, Ismeca, Existech and equivalent rotary/turret test handlers is desirable).
Strong analytical skills with proficiency in SPC, FMEA, RCA, and use of data analysis tools (Excel, JMP, Minitab, etc.).
Hands-on experience with automation systems, tool control software, and equipment troubleshooting.
Excellent communication, documentation, and project management skills.