Failure Analysis Equipment Technician

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A career at TSMC Arizona offers an unparalleled opportunity to contribute to the most advanced semiconductor fabrication facility in the United States. TSMC Arizona's first fab began production with leading-edge N4 process technology in the first half of 2025. The second and third fabs, utilizing even more advanced process technology, will start production by . America's leading technology companies will rely on TSMC Arizona for the next generations of chips that will power the digital future.

The Failure Analysis Equipment Technician focuses on immediate response to tool alarms, ensuring rapid equipment recovery and high tool availability. You will diagnose and resolve tool issues using SOPs and phone/text instructions from engineering or vendor support as the first line of defense. This role requires strong analytical skills and collaboration to minimize downtime in our 24/7 high-volume manufacturing environment. You will also assist with new tool installation, facility hook-up coordination, and tool commissioning.

Additionally, you will have the opportunity to collaborate closely with engineers on continuous improvement projects, helping to optimize workflows and equipment recipes. We seek a reliable, enthusiastic team member who possesses an attitude that embodies our core values – Integrity, Commitment, Innovation, and Customer Trust.

• Performing preventive maintenance activities on various failure analysis lab equipment such as FIB, TEM, SEM, SIMS, OM etc.
• Performing first-line tool troubleshooting and Escalation:
  Act as the first line of defense to minimize equipment downtime by diagnosing and resolving basic to intermediate technical issues on laboratory instruments according to safety guidelines and SOPs. Perform standard troubleshooting; if unresolved, efficiently document failure details (such as error logs and symptoms) to elevate and coordinate with instrument vendors for advanced repairs.
• Lab Construction Coordination & Field Inspection (New Lab Startup):
• Execute and support new laboratory setup projects based on engineering designs and specifications.
• Inspect the field construction site to monitor progress, ensuring that the physical layout, floor load-bearing setup, and clearances align with the engineering blueprint and equipment specs.
• Coordinate directly with Facilities (FAC) teams and third-party contractors on-site to facilitate the accurate routing and installation of utilities (power, exhaust, drainage, and specialty gases).
• Act as the eyes and ears on the construction field: perform safety walks, monitor contractor compliance with TSMC safety standards, and immediately elevate any deviations or utility installation bottlenecks to Engineers/Managers.
• Equipment Hook-up Support & Commissioning:
  Assist in the setup of new laboratory instruments and new lab startup, including unboxing, precision positioning, and aligning machine-side interfaces. Coordinate closely with the Facilities (FAC) team for utility connections (such as power, gases, drainage) and assist vendor with Site Acceptance Testing (SAT).
• Consumables & spart parts Inventory Tracking:
  Manage and track laboratory consumables (e.g., ion sources, TEM grid, meshes, vacuum oil, apertures) and spare parts, maintaining accurate records using our Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) and computerized maintenance systems.
• Continuous Improvement Projects (Optional):
  Collaborate with engineers on special improvement initiatives. For interested or qualified technicians, this includes studying vendor resources to deeply understand tools and operating procedures, and helping propose, test, and implement workflow optimizations and recipe…