Equipment Engineer - SubFab

About the role

As an Equipment Engineer (EE) at Polar Semiconductor in Bloomington, MN, you are responsible for monitoring, sustaining, and improving the equipment and/or processes in the Subfab equipment group (gas cabinets, bulk chemical delivery systems, abatement).

Responsibilities

• Engage in systematic troubleshooting to identify root-cause of failures
• Minimize tool down-time and variability to increase equipment availability
• Disassemble, repair, and reassemble equipment according to operating manuals, schematics, blueprints, etc.
• Gather and analyze subfab operational data to assess trends, issues and areas for improvement
• Collaborate with engineering, maintenance technicians, and chemical sustaining
• Serve as project manager to identify & implement subfab operational improvements
• Work with OEMs/vendors for equipment support
• Ensure proper stocking/pricing of crib parts
• Create and update subfab documentation (procedures, checklists)
• Communicate issues effectively to all team members
• Participate on the Emergency Response Team
• Support and maintain 5S activities

Requirements

• Bachelor's of Science degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical related fields
• Knowledge of electronics and control systems, mechanics, pneumatics and vacuum systems
• Experience with diagnosing equipment issues
• Ability to properly use common hand tools
• Organized, detailed, and strong problem-solving/critical thinking skills
• Ability to follow procedures and work with minimal supervision
• PC skills and familiarity with MS Office Word, Excel, Powerpoint
• 1-3+ years experience with semiconductor, electronics manufacturing or other chemically intensive manufacturing industries preferred
• Project Management experience (preferred)

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship or Permanent Residency status in the future depending on federal requirements

Skills

• Knowledge of electronics and control systems, mechanics, pneumatics and vacuum systems
• Experience with diagnosing equipment issues
• Ability to properly use common hand tools
• Organized, detailed, and strong problem-solving/critical thinking skills
• Ability to follow procedures and work with minimal supervision
• PC skills and familiarity with MS Office Word, Excel, Powerpoint
• 1-3+ years experience with semiconductor, electronics manufacturing or other chemically intensive manufacturing industries preferred
• Project Management experience (preferred)

Benefits

• Salary: The estimated base salary range for the position is $80,000-$128,000
• Includes health, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, 401(k) plan with company match, paid time off, annual bonus, and tuition reimbursement

About Minneapolis/St. Paul Area

• Our offices and manufacturing facility are located in Bloomington, Minnesota, a suburb of Minneapolis.
• The Minneapolis / Saint Paul area offers a strong sense of community, a vibrant arts and music scene, and abundant outdoor activities year-round.
• The city boasts a lower cost of living than many major metros, excellent parks and lakes, and a well-educated workforce with diverse job opportunities.
• Its distinct seasons bring variety, from colorful autumns to lively summers filled with festivals and waterfront activities.