Sr. Equipment Engineer-Diffusion

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TSMC, the world's leading independent semiconductor foundry, is seeking highly motivated, results-oriented, and forward-thinking individuals to join our team as a Senior Equipment Engineer. This pivotal role is located within our fast-paced semiconductor manufacturing environment at TSMC WA, offering a dynamic range of technical challenges and opportunities for significant impact. As a Senior Equipment Engineer, you will be instrumental in ensuring the optimal uptime and performance of critical semiconductor manufacturing equipment, with a specific focus on KE Furnaces and Disco Back Grinders within the diffusion equipment section.

This is an exempt position that requires a high degree of dedication, including flexibility for extended work hours and prompt responsiveness via a company-provided device. We are looking for individuals who embody our core values of Integrity, Customer Partnership, Innovation, and Commitment, and who possess exceptional teamwork and leadership capabilities.

• Proactively monitor and analyze equipment performance using advanced Statistical Process Control (SPC) methodologies and real-time data analytics to identify and address potential issues before they impact production.
• Lead and strategically plan complex preventative and predictive maintenance activities in collaboration with technical teams, optimizing maintenance schedules to minimize downtime and maximize equipment availability.
• Drive the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of equipment reliability and availability programs through innovative engineering solutions and process enhancements.
• Champion initiatives for continuous yield and quality enhancement, alongside aggressive cost reduction and scrap minimization efforts.
• Oversee and optimize critical spare parts inventory management, ensuring efficient procurement and availability to support operational continuity.
• Demonstrate exceptional self-motivation and initiative in identifying and resolving potential equipment anomalies, implementing proactive measures to prevent recurrence.
• Serve as a primary technical liaison with external vendors and internal facilities personnel for equipment upgrades, retrofits, and new technology integration.

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a closely related technical discipline.
• A minimum of 5 years of progressive experience with KE furnaces and/or DISCO 841 Grinders is highly desirable.
• Demonstrated expertise in Statistical Process Control (SPC) and Design of Experiments (DOE) principles, with practical application in a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and advanced data analysis tools.
• A strong foundation in electrical, electronic, and/or mechanical engineering principles.
• In-depth understanding and hands-on experience with KE furnace pressure and temperature control systems.
• Proven ability to rapidly assimilate complex technical information, coupled with strong leadership potential and a collaborative team-oriented approach.
• Exceptional tenacity, adaptability, and resilience in a demanding, high-volume production setting.
• Meticulous attention to detail and a commitment to precision in all aspects of work.
• Superior critical thinking, strategic planning, and…