Principal Engineer - CVD Engineering

About Global Foundries:

Global Foundries is a leading full-service semiconductor foundry providing a unique combination of design, development, and fabrication services to some of the world’s most inspired technology companies. With a global manufacturing footprint spanning three continents, Global Foundries makes possible the technologies and systems that transform industries and give customers the power to shape their markets. For more information, visit  of Role:

CVD Principal Engineer at Fab 9, Essex Junction, VT. This engineer will own the daily performance of a diverse set of deposition equipment types and set the strategic plan for improvements and new equipment. This is a fully onsite position, working Monday through Friday, daytime hours, with some weekend or evenings as needed.

Essential Responsibilities:

Collaborate daily with maintenance technicians and process engineers to meet production demands

Drives continuous improvement projects with respect to equipment availability, cost reduction, and yield improvement

Establish and manage the spare parts to meet repair budgets

Supports cross functional problem solving, involving facilities, maintenance and process engineering

Works with procurement and suppliers to select strategic equipment and ensure continuity of spare part supply and quality

Manage installation and startup of new or retrofit equipment

Mentor and lead lower-level equipment engineering team members

Other Responsibilities:

Perform all activities in a safe and responsible manner and support all Environmental, Health, Safety & Security requirements and programs

Other duties as assigned by manager / supervisor

Required Qualifications:

Education –Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Electrical or related engineering field plus 4-5 years relevant experience OR Masters degree plus 2-4 years relevant experience OR PhD plus 1-2 years relevant experience

Understanding of and troubleshooting of electro-mechanical and pneumatic systems

Understanding of pumps, high vacuum systems and Rf generators

Problem solving and communication of action plans

Travel - Up to 10%
Fluency in English Language – both written & verbal

Physical Capacity Demands – Ability to lift and carry parts up to 30 lbs. Stand, or bend and crouch to inspect, or work on equipment in the clean room for extended periods of time Strong written and verbal communication skills

Strong planning & organizational skills

Basic data analysis experience

Understanding of semiconductor manufacturing, equipment and clean room facilities

Preferred Qualifications:

Supplier and contractor managementPLC, control systems and instrumentation

Project management and communication of plans

Expected Salary Range $85,000.00 - $The exact Salary will be determined based on qualifications, experience and location.

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An offer with Global Foundries is conditioned upon the successful completion of pre-employment conditions, as applicable, and subject to applicable laws and regulations.

Global Foundries is fully committed to equal opportunity in the workplace and believes that cultural diversity within the company enhances its business potential. Global Foundries goal of excellence in business necessitates the attraction and retention of highly qualified people. Artificial barriers and stereotypic biases detract from this objective and may be illegally discriminatory.

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