Equipment Engineer - Vacuum

Equipment Engineer
- Vacuum

Under the direction of the Sr. Manager or Director of Equipment Engineering, the Equipment Engineer-Vacuum is responsible for the evaluation, selection, order installation, modification, upgrade, and maintenance of semiconductor tools in an assigned area; uses AutoCAD, Solid Works or similar software to draw diagrams or schematics; analyzes data, compiles reports, presents findings, and recommends corrective action if required; manages projects of various size, scope, and budget;

consistently seeks opportunities to optimize tool performance, increase yield, and lower overall operational costs. This position is located in Milpitas, California.

• Researches, evaluates, and recommends the selection of tools in an assigned area which improve yield and lower operational costs.
• Analyzes tool data, compiles reports, presents findings, and recommends corrective action if required.
• Manages projects of various scope, schedule, and budget to ensure the established timelines are met.
• Coordinates, tracks, and prioritizes tool maintenance to ensure maximum tool up‑time; ensures that all tools are maintained per the established schedule and within specification.
• Uses AutoCAD, Solid Works, or similar software to draw diagrams or schematics.
• Responds to inquiries regarding equipment or tool issues from other departments or groups.
• Ensures that all objectives are consistently attained in the areas of quality, productivity, yield, and cost.
• Collaborates with engineering or other cross‑functional groups to resolve maintenance issues, improve equipment reliability, review procedures, and minimize equipment downtime.
• Investigates and implements countermeasures to prevent the repetitive breakdown of parts; maintains spare parts inventory to ensure appropriate level of available parts.
• Researches, develops, and implements an emergency tool recovery plan to ensure tools remain functional during hard‑down situations.
• Complies with all ISO
  9001:2015 processes and procedures.
• Adheres to all safety policies and procedures as required.
• Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electronics and/or equivalent relevant experience.
• Three years of experience working as an Equipment Engineer or Sr. Equipment Maintenance Technician in a high‑volume manufacturing environment in the semiconductor industry.
• One year of hands‑on experience working using semiconductor tools and equipment.
• Experience using AutoCAD, Solid Works, or similar software program.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Applications.

• Knowledge and ability to research, evaluate, order install, maintain, or upgrade various types of equipment, tools, or tool sets.
• Knowledge of semiconductor manufacturing principles, practices, and techniques as they relate to equipment engineering and maintenance.
• Knowledge and ability to use Microsoft Office applications to create spreadsheets, Word documents, and presentations.
• Knowledge and ability to use AutoCAD, Solid Works, or similar software program to create schematics or drawings.
• Able to manage projects of various scope, schedule, and budget successfully.
• Able to implement procedures and processes that increase reliability, improve yield, lower cost, and improve tool performance.
• Able to analyze data, compile reports, and recommend corrective action.
• Able to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with all levels of contractors, consultants, employees, and management.
• Able to work productively and collaboratively with all levels of employees and management.
• Able to comply with all safety policies and procedures.
• Demonstrated organizational and time management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to repair and maintain various types of manufacturing tools and equipment.
• Demonstrated problem‑solving and trouble‑shooting skills.
• Flexible and able to prioritize.

The annual base salary for this full‑time position is between $ and $, plus bonus target and benefits. The pay within the range may differ depending on additional factors including job responsibilities, job‑related knowledge, skills, abilities,…