Technician 4, Equipment Engineering

Analog Devices, Inc. (NASDAQ: ADI) is a global semiconductor leader that bridges the physical and digital worlds to enable breakthroughs at the Intelligent Edge. ADI combines analog, digital, and software technologies into solutions that help drive advancements in digitized factories, mobility, and digital healthcare, combat climate change, and reliably connect humans and the world. With revenue of more than $12 billion in FY23 and approximately 26,000 people globally working alongside 125,000 global customers, ADI ensures today’s innovators stay Ahead of What’s Possible. Learn more at www.analog.com and on LinkedIn.

Primary Purpose and Position Summary:

Optimize the performance of tools and equipment for semiconductor wafer production within a cleanroom environment. Cultivate strong internal relationships and provide excellent customer service and support in a timely manner. Proactively address technical issues employing physical model troubleshooting to minimize tool downtime and resolve root causes.  Perform routine preventative and corrective maintenance to specifications and systematically maintain detailed documentation of work performed. Collaborate with engineering and production teams to maximize operational effectiveness.

Essential Duties:

• Act as a technical content expert in the assigned area of the facility; extensive understanding of theoretical knowledge of electronic, mechanical, robotics/wafer handling, pneumatic, vacuum, chemical, and gas delivery systems related to semiconductor manufacturing and any other subsystem relevant to technical area
• Employ advanced competencies in electronic troubleshooting, incorporating knowledge of electromechanical concepts, specific process theory and the application of in-depth tool design to analyze individual subsystem and component theories
• Propose projects for reducing cost, improving tool availability and increasing tool and/or systems efficiency; work on teams for implementation of improvement projects
• Respond to and address tool downtime promptly, conduct thorough inspections, test and troubleshoot to identify technical issues; provide recommendations and perform intermediate to advanced corrective maintenance according to specifications with little to no assistance from others; collaborate with tool owner to identify root causes and implement long-term solutions; train junior level techs on routine tasks
• Suggest modifications of preventative maintenance procedures and specifications to the tool owner; lend expertise and assist tool owners with project management related to equipment upgrades, modifications and installations, and by tracking tool performance; special projects may be assigned to improve tool reliability and reduce scrap risk on equipment failures
• Perform preventative maintenance; Mentor and train junior level technicians for independent proficiency on intermediate corrective or routine preventative maintenance
• Work with and around hazardous chemicals and gases; includes pouring chemicals, changing out gases or working in environments in which hazardous chemicals and/or gases are present and/or utilized
• Fully comprehend and utilize work stream and parts management systems; use Statistical Process Control (SPC) to troubleshoot and determine the health of tools
• Research and gain knowledge on tool subsystems and components; possess functional knowledge of test equipment and specialty tools required to perform daily tasks
• Work with the engineering teams to complete modifications to existing equipment and the installation of new equipment
• Systematically maintain and update process documentation through required real-time system entries of all work performed
• Maintain a clean working area and follow 5S principles while performing preventative and corrective maintenance; ensure consistent quality output and perform tasks in accordance with all quality procedures, standards and specifications
• Comply with and follow all specified environmental, safety and health, cleanroom, chemical handling protocols and procedures and maintain all Semiconductor factory certifications as required
• Report accidents and spills promptly; make recommendations to improve safe work practices
• Must be able to perform the essentials duties of the position with or without a reasonable accommodation

Additional Duties:       

• Participate in tool improvement projects
• Possess knowledge t