Equipment Engineer (CMP) (46530)

TITLE:                         EQUIPMENT ENGINEER

FLSA:                           EXEMPT

REPORTS TO:            MANAGER OF EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE 

SUMMARY:

Under the direction of the Manager of Equipment Maintenance, the Equipment Engineer is responsible for the evaluation, selection, order installation, modification, upgrade, and maintenance of semiconductor tools in the CMP 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 CMP 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
• Must have experience with tools such as Ebarra, Strasbaugh/Revasum, or AMAT Mirra Mesa
• Must also have experience with metrology tools such as CD SEM