Equipment Engineer (Plating) (47514)

TITLE:                         EQUIPMENT ENGINEER

FLSA:                           EXEMPT

REPORTS TO:           EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE MANAGER

SUMMARY:

Under the direction of the Equipment Maintenance Manager, the Equipment Engineer is responsible for the evaluation, selection, order installation, modification, upgrade, and maintenance of semiconductor tools in the plating area; uses AutoCAD, SolidWorks 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.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Researches, evaluates, and recommends the selection of tools in the plating 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 establish 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, SolidWorks, 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:

• Associate’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 - specifically tools such as EcoSnow, Tosetz, and Amerimade
• Experience using AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or similar software program
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Applications

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• 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
• Knowledg