Equipment Engineer - Semicon Manufacturing Fab

Equipment Ownership & Maintenance Own and maintain assigned semiconductor manufacturing tools (Lithography, Etch, Diffusion, CVD, PVD, CMP, Implant, or Metrology). Ensure high equipment availability, reliability, and throughput to meet production schedules. Perform troubleshooting and root cause analysis (RCA) to resolve equipment and process-related issues.

Reduce tool downtime by implementing preventive and predictive maintenance strategies. Installation, Hook-up & Qualification Support tool installation, hook-up, and commissioning activities in coordination with vendors and facilities teams. Execute equipment qualification activities (IQ, OQ, PQ) and handover to production.

Assist in technology transfer, new product introduction (NPI), and ramp-up activities. Production & Process Support Provide day-to-day and on-call equipment support for 24x7 fab operations. Work closely with Process Engineering and Manufacturing teams to maintain process stability and yield. Monitor equipment health using SPC/FDC charts and drive corrective actions when deviations occur.

Preventive Maintenance & Documentation Develop, execute, and continuously improve preventive maintenance (PM) procedures. Maintain accurate equipment documentation, SOPs, PM checklists, and spare parts records. Ensure compliance with cleanroom protocols and operational standards. Safety, Quality & Compliance Adhere to EHS guidelines related to hazardous chemicals, gases, electrical systems, and vacuum equipment.

Ensure compliance with internal quality systems, ISO standards, and SEMI guidelines. Participate in safety audits, risk assessments, and incident investigations. Continuous Improvement Drive cost reduction, productivity, and cycle-time improvement initiatives. Support automation, tool data analysis, and equipment performance optimization projects.

Collaborate with global engineering teams and equipment suppliers for best-practice implementation.

Requirements

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Mechatronics Diploma holders with relevant fab equipment experience may also be considered Experience 2–10 years of experience in semiconductor manufacturing, equipment engineering, or related high-tech manufacturing Hands-on experience working in a cleanroom environment Exposure to 24x7 shift operations is an advantage Technical Skills Knowledge of semiconductor manufacturing processes and equipment fundamentals Hands-on experience with vacuum systems, gas delivery systems, RF power, robotics, and PLC-based controls Familiarity with SPC, FDC, TPM, and basic data analysis tools Ability to interpret electrical schematics, P&IDs, and mechanical drawings Soft Skills Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills Good communication skills and ability to work in cross-functional teams Ability to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment Additional Requirements Willingness to work in rotating shifts, weekends, and on-call schedules Ability to comply with cleanroom gowning and physical job requirements Vendor coordination and field service experience is a plus