Lead Maintenance Equipment Engineer

Akkodis is recruiting for a Lead Maintenance Equipment Engineer for a semiconductor manufacturer in the Niskayuna, New York area. This is an onsite contract position with a pay rate of $48 an hour to $60 an hour, depending on education, experience and location.

The associate will troubleshoot and repair failures in semiconductor tools supporting microelectronics cleanroom operations. The role requires timely business-critical decisions to meet safety, quality, delivery, and cost goals.

• Key Responsibilities
  Troubleshoot semiconductor equipment failures, identify root causes, and recommend corrective actions.
• Perform repairs or lead others in executing solutions.
• Become the technical expert on maintenance of semiconductor tools, including Diffusion/CVD, RIE, Lithography, PVD, Wets, and ancillary equipment.
• Collaborate closely with Operations and Engineering teams, providing updates on equipment performance, critical repair schedules, and downtime metrics.
• Act as the primary contact for equipment OEMs and parts vendors.
• Recommend equipment upgrades and minor redesigns to prevent future breakdowns, especially on legacy systems.
• Lead and mentor technical team members, assigning priorities and demonstrating repairs.
• Schedule and lead preventive maintenance to optimize equipment uptime and performance.
• Manage spare parts inventory and anticipate needed parts.
• Work with skilled trades for tool repairs, installations, and decommissioning.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives (Lean, 5S).
• Identify opportunities to reduce operating expenses and improve system capabilities.
• Engage actively in safety initiatives and maintain cleanroom protocol compliance.
• Flexible start time (7-8 am), with possible on-call duties for emergencies.
• Required Qualification
  sAAS Degree in Mechanical or Electrical field
• 10+ years of maintenance experience with semiconductor equipment, especially legacy tools and control systems
• Strong knowledge of hand and power tools, software, and machine applications. Ability to read and interpret schematics
• Experience with PLCs and component-level troubleshooting of electrical, electronic, and mechanical systems including robotics, controllers, DC power supplies, RF generators, lasers, vacuum systems, gas and chemical delivery
• Proven interpersonal skills and clear communication
• Highly organized, team-oriented, and able to lead and direct others
• Desired Qualificatio
  nsBS Degree in Engineerin
• 15+ years of semiconductor equipment maintenance experienc
• Industry-relevant experience, ideally with large semiconductor companies and cleanroom tool
• Familiarity with PPAP (Production Part Approval Process) and quality system
• Experience troubleshooting vacuum systems, electronic repairs (preferably 50/50 mechanical/electrical
• Mid to late-career professionals with hands-on experience in similar environment

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled Military connected talent encouraged to apply

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

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