Automated Material Handling System; AMHS) Technician

Experience TSMC Washington where technology leaders are constantly innovating, manufacturing to perfection, and collaborating with customers to achieve greatness. Witness the action-packed team in motion as they strive to maintain their position at the forefront of the industry.

Experience TSMC Washington where technology leaders are constantly innovating, manufacturing to perfection, and collaborating with customers to achieve greatness. Witness the action-packed team in motion as they strive to maintain their position at the forefront of the industry.

As an Automated Material Handling System (AMHS) Technician, you will perform preventative maintenance, calibrations, setup, failure analysis, and electro‑mechanical troubleshooting on stockers, vehicles, and multi‑layer dummy load ports (MDLP) in a state‑of‑the‑art, fast‑paced cleanroom environment.

This role operates on a compressed 12‑hour shift schedule (4/3/3/4), with both day and night shifts available.

• Maintenance & Troubleshooting: Perform routine preventative maintenance, setup, and calibration on AMHS equipment (Stockers, MDLPs, and automated vehicles).
• System Diagnostics: Diagnose and repair hardware and mechanical equipment using blueprints, electrical schematics, and technical manuals.
• Real‑time Monitoring: Monitor the AMHS system for abnormalities, taking proactive corrective action to prevent impact on Fab operations.
• Software & Hardware Integration: Manage system configurations to safely remove or add automated vehicles and devices during alarms or maintenance windows.
• System Recovery: Learn and navigate the AMHS software interface, including restarting applications and troubleshooting software‑to‑hardware communication issues.
• Cross‑Functional
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Partner closely with mechanical and software engineers to resolve complex equipment and system‑level issues.
• Documentation: Maintain precise equipment logs, repair data, and detailed shift handoff/pass‑down reports.

To be considered for this role, candidates must meet the educational OR equivalent hands‑on experience criteria outlined below:

• Option A:
  Associate’s degree (or higher) in Engineering, Robotics, Electronics, Computer Science, or a related technical field.
• Option B: 2+ years of hands‑on experience in at least one of the following areas:
  • Mechanical Systems:
    Strong mechanical aptitude with experience maintaining, assembling, or repairing complex machinery.
  • Electrical/Electronics:
    Experience reading schematics and troubleshooting electrical systems using electronic test equipment (e.g., multimeters).
  • Automation Software & Systems:
    Proven experience operating, troubleshooting, or configuring automation control systems, industrial software interfaces, or databases.

• Technical Literacy: Strong computer skills, with a solid understanding of database navigation (SQL or similar is a plus) and proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Problem Solving: Demonstrated ability to follow technical manuals, schematics, and established SOPs to resolve issues.
• Agility: A strong ability to learn quickly, multitask, and adapt to new technologies in a fast‑paced environment.
• Teamwork & Safety: Superb attention to detail with a strict adherence to cleanroom and safety protocols; must be a collaborative and self‑motivated team player.
• Scheduling Flexibility: Ability to work a 12‑hour compressed shift structure (including day or night rotations)

• All applicants must possess legal authorization to work in the United States. Please note that we are unable to provide sponsorship or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at…