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Equipment Engineer (CMP) (47516)

Headway Technologies · Milpitas, CA · 1 wk ago
ManagementFull-time

FLSA: Exempt | Reports to: Equipment Maintenance Manager | Location: Milpitas, California

About the Role

Under the direction of the Equipment Maintenance Manager, the Equipment Engineer is responsible for the evaluation, selection, order installation, modification, upgrade, and maintenance of semiconductor tools in the CMP area. This role involves using AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or similar software to draw diagrams or schematics, analyzing data, compiling reports, presenting findings, and recommending corrective actions. The Equipment Engineer manages projects of various sizes, scopes, and budgets while seeking opportunities to optimize tool performance, increase yield, and lower operational costs.

Responsibilities

  • Researches, evaluates, and recommends the selection of tools in an assigned area to improve yield and lower operational costs
  • Analyzes tool data, compiles reports, presents findings, and recommends corrective action if required
  • Manages projects of various scope, schedule, and budget to ensure established timelines are met
  • Coordinates, tracks, and prioritizes tool maintenance to ensure maximum tool up-time; ensures all tools are maintained per the established schedule and within specification
  • Uses AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or similar software to draw diagrams or schematics
  • Responds to inquiries regarding equipment or tool issues from other departments or groups
  • Ensures that all objectives are consistently attained in the areas of quality, productivity, yield, and cost
  • Collaborates with engineering or other cross-functional groups to resolve maintenance issues, improve equipment reliability, review procedures, and minimize equipment downtime
  • Investigates and implements countermeasures to prevent repetitive breakdown of parts; maintains spare parts inventory to ensure appropriate levels of available parts
  • Researches, develops, and implements an emergency tool recovery plan to ensure tools remain functional during hard down situations
  • Complies with all ISO 9001:2015 processes and procedures
  • Adheres to all safety policies and procedures as required
  • Performs other duties of a similar nature or level

Requirements

  • Associate’s degree in Electronics and/or equivalent relevant experience
  • Three years of experience working as an Equipment Engineer or Sr. Equipment Maintenance Technician in a high-volume manufacturing environment in the semiconductor industry
  • One year of hands-on experience working with semiconductor tools and equipment, specifically Strasbaugh, Ebarra, and Mirra
  • Experience using AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or similar software program
  • Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Applications

Skills

  • Knowledge and ability to research, evaluate, order, install, maintain, or upgrade various types of equipment, tools, or tool sets
  • Knowledge of semiconductor manufacturing principles, practices, and techniques as they relate to equipment engineering and maintenance
  • Ability to use Microsoft Office applications to create spreadsheets, Word documents, and presentations
  • Ability to use AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or similar software to create schematics or drawings
  • Ability to use CMP equipment such as Strasbaugh, Ebarra, and Mirra
  • Project management skills for various scopes, schedules, and budgets
  • Ability to implement procedures and processes that increase reliability, improve yield, lower cost, and enhance tool performance
  • Analytical skills to compile reports and recommend corrective actions
  • Effective verbal and written communication with all levels of contractors, consultants, employees, and management
  • Collaborative and productive work with all levels of employees and management
  • Compliance with all safety policies and procedures
  • Strong organizational and time management skills
  • Demonstrated ability to repair and maintain various types of manufacturing tools and equipment
  • Problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
  • Flexibility and ability to prioritize tasks

Pay

The annual base salary for this full-time position is between $120,819.00 and $177,675.00, plus bonus target and benefits. Individual pay within this range may differ based on factors including job responsibilities, job-related knowledge, skills, abilities, education, and experience.

Schedule

The Equipment Engineer works primarily in an indoor environment from Monday through Friday. The schedule may occasionally be altered to meet business or operational needs. The role may require travel between buildings and involves working in a class 100 ESD-sensitive wafer manufacturing facility, wearing a cleanroom (bunny) suit, including hood, gloves, safety glasses, booties, and mask.

Working Conditions

  • May be exposed to hazardous conditions, chemicals, fumes, and/or gases during the workday
  • May be exposed to loud noise
  • Requires standing, walking, bending, twisting, and crawling; may occasionally work in crawl spaces, shafts, or other confined areas
  • Performs various fine grasping movements; operates a computer, telephone, and other office equipment
  • May occasionally push, pull, or lift up to 30 pounds

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