Cleans Equipment Engineer

About Samsung Austin Semiconductor

Samsung is a world leader in advanced semiconductor technology, founded on the belief that the pursuit of excellence creates a better world. At SAS, we are Innovating Today to Power the Devices of Tomorrow.

Seeking an equipment engineer interested in working alongside a talented team of professionals with a key focus on establishing and maintaining world‑class process/equipment and implementing yield enhancement as a competitive advantage along with the ability to identify complex problems and implementing solutions.

• Monitoring the wafer fabrication equipment and respond to issues
• Qualifying new manufacturing equipment
• Coordinating the scheduling of equipment qualifications and equipment downtime with manufacturing
• Utilizing software to analyze data, identify trends to make decisions about processing product.
• Adjusting equipment parameters as needed when exceeded and monitoring process parameters when tools return from maintenance.
• Executing in‑line changes (CPM) to the process or equipment.
• Communicating technical information within the department through presentations.
• Continuously revising Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Developing improved processes to increase capability.
• Monitoring operations costs and develop cost reduction projects.

• 2+ years work experience
• BS or MS in Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, Material Science, or Computer Science with 3.0 GPA or higher
• Experience scripting in Python, VBA, or equivalent language
• Understanding of statistical methods
• Experience with Change Point Management
• Good Presentation and Technical Writing skills
• Understanding of Lean, TPS, or 5S principles
• Exposure to Structure Problem Solving (8D, 7‑step, etc.)
• Experience with Data Analysis software (Spotfire, JMP, Matlab, etc.)
• Experience troubleshooting equipment or process failures
• Ability to wear clean room suit and personal protective equipment (PPE) per the SAS FAB protocol and be able to lift

The current base salary range for this role is between $70,480 – $179,090. Individual base pay rates will depend on factors including duties, work location, education, skills, qualifications and experience. Total compensation for this position will include a competitive benefits package and may include participation in company incentive compensation programs.

At Samsung SAS, base pay is just one part of our total compensation package. The base compensation for this role will depend on education, experience, skills, and location.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance and 401(k) matching with immediate vesting
• Onsite café(s) and workout facilities
• Paid maternity and paternity leave
• Paid time off (PTO) + 2 personal holidays and 10 regular holidays
• Wellness incentives and more

Eligible full‑time employees (salaried or hourly) may also receive MBO bonuses based on company, division, and individual performance.

All positions at Samsung Austin Semiconductor require you to be onsite. We are not currently accepting applications for candidates who currently, or in the future, will need visa sponsorship.

This role requires access to information subject to U.S. export control laws. Applicants must be authorized to access such information or eligible for government authorization.

By submitting an application, you agree not to disclose to Samsung—or encourage Samsung to use—any confidential or proprietary information (including trade secrets) belonging to a current or former employer or other entity.

Samsung Electronics America, Inc. and its subsidiaries are committed to employing a diverse workforce, and provide Equal Employment Opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.

All positions at SAS are full‑time on‑site.