Equipment Engineer I

About the role

For more than 50 years, Photronics has been a global leader in photomask technology, powering the innovation behind the world’s most advanced devices. Our success is built on collaboration, quality, and the dedication of our people. We are hiring an Equipment Engineer I to support the maintenance, performance, and reliability of manufacturing equipment within a high-tech manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Monitor assigned manufacturing equipment and assist with troubleshooting activities to support equipment performance and reliability.
• Perform routine support for corrective maintenance, preventive maintenance, and equipment improvement activities to help maximize equipment uptime and performance.
• Maintain equipment documentation with guidance, including procedures, troubleshooting guides, and calibration schedules.
• Coincide with equipment vendors under guidance for service activities, technical support, and equipment-related projects.
• Aid with equipment qualifications, re-qualifications, and validation activities to support quality and process requirements.
• Assist with root cause investigations by gathering data and assisting with problem-solving activities.
• Monitor equipment performance metrics and assist in identifying opportunities for improvement.
• Support equipment installation, relocation, and decommissioning activities.
• Contribute to cross-functional improvement projects focused on equipment performance, process efficiency, and manufacturing objectives while developing knowledge of company systems and processes.
• Follow cleanroom protocols and comply with all EHS procedures to support a safe work environment.
• Perform additional responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

• Foundational understanding of mechanical, electrical, and automated equipment systems.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, electrical schematics, and equipment documentation.
• Familiarity with data analysis tools, statistical process control (SPC) concepts, and structured problem-solving methods.
• Strong communication, organization, and documentation skills.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications and engineering software tools.
• Experience 0-2 years of equipment engineering, maintenance engineering, or related technical field.
• Experience in manufacturing, production or cleanroom environment is preferred.

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, or Industrial Engineering, related technical field or equivalent work experience.

Physical Demands

• Prolonged periods of standing or walking (4+ hours).
• Use hands to finger, handle / grasp objects, tools, or controls.
• Reach with hands and arms; stoop, bend, kneel, crouch or crawl.
• Lift, push, pull or carry products or materials weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Climb: use of ladders, stairs or scaffolding.
• Talking / Hearing: clear verbal communication and ability to hear instructions or warnings.
• See: visual acuity for reading, inspecting or operating machinery.
• Repetitive motions; typing or assembly work.
• Work conditions: exposure to weather, noise, dust, chemicals or confined spaces.
• PPE: use of safety glasses, face shield, gloves, protective clothing, hearing and/or

Benefits

• Competitive salary and annual bonus program.
• Equity compensation eligibility.
• Full suite of health and welfare benefits.
• 401k with company match.