(Senior) Equipment Technician (m/f/d)

European Semiconductor Manufacturing Company; Dresden; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent contract

Pension plan and ESPP

Relocation support to Dresden

Training & development

Health & well-being budget

Meals & transportation support

Job summary

European Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (ESMC) GmbH in Dresden is building Europe’s first state‑of‑the‑art semiconductor fab and is looking for a highly motivated (Senior) Equipment Technician to join the team.

You will lead advanced maintenance, mentor technicians, and contribute to process stability while supporting relocation and training in collaboration with TSMC.

Qualifications

• Industrial/mechanical field training completed (IHK certified).
• Willing to travel to Taiwan for a 6-9 month training program.
• Practical English skills required (reading technical docs in English)

Responsibilities

• Execute advanced preventive maintenance and troubleshoot complex equipment with minimal guidance.
• Mentor junior technicians in daily PM and troubleshooting activities.
• Lead checklists to ensure flawless completion and coach newcomers to success.
• Identify subtle equipment deviations and report abnormalities to drive process stability.
• Contribute to SOPs and demonstrate basic tool troubleshooting for the wider team.
• Take ownership of parts lifecycle and manage scrapped parts and inventory readiness.

Skills

English B1

Education

IHK-certified vocational training

Job description

About us European Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (ESMC) GmbH is the joint venture between TSMC, Bosch, Infineon and NXP. For the first time, global technology leader TSMC is building a semiconductor fab in the heart of Europe, offering cutting-edge manufacturing technologies for next-generation semiconductor products. ESMC represents a shared commitment to strengthening the European semiconductor ecosystem. For our future fab in Dresden, we are looking for a highly motivated and committed: (Senior) Equipment Technician (m/f/d)

We are building a team and are looking for skilled Advanced Equipment Technicians to become the backbone of our manufacturing process. In this dynamic role, you will go beyond basic maintenance. You will tackle complex equipment challenges, ensure top-tier quality, and step up as a leader and mentor to our junior technicians.

Tasks

• Execute advanced preventative maintenance (PM) and troubleshoot complex, high-level equipment issues with minimal engineering guidance.
• Act as a mentor! Lead junior technicians in daily PM and troubleshooting activities, ensure checklists are flawlessly completed, and coach newcomers to success.
• Have an eagle eye for detail? You will identify subtle equipment deviations (e.g., rough movements, worn components), report abnormalities, and help drive process stability.
• Contribute directly to our Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and demonstrate basic tool troubleshooting for the wider team.
• Take ownership of the parts lifecycle—managing scrapped parts and ensuring our inventory is always sufficient and ready to go.
• Identify safety risks, create basic safety SOPs, and provide essential safety training to keep your team secure.

Profile

• Successfully completed vocational training in an industrial or mechanical field (IHK certified: Industriemechaniker, Mechatroniker or Elektriker)
• At least 3 years of professional experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Semiconductor industry experience is nice to have
• Practical English skills (Level B1). You must be able to read technical documentation, complete your interview in English Ability and willingness to work an 8-hour shift model, which includes nights, weekends, and sometimes public holidays
• You are highly reliable, structured, and safety-oriented
• A team-oriented mindset with a strong willingness to learn, adapt, and grow with us
• Willing to travel to Taiwan for a 6 - 9 month comprehensive training program
• Semiconductor industry experience is nice to have

Benefits

• We offer Security & Perspective: A permanent employment contract and career advancement opportunities in one of Europe's leading semiconductors fabs.
• Company Pension Plan & Financial Benefits: We support your financial well-being with our robust company pension plan. As an ESMC employee, you also benefit directly from TSMC’s performance through an exclusive Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).
• Relocation Support for Dresden: Moving for us? We’ll provide you with all the support you will need for your relocation and your start in Dresden.
• Training & Development: Depending on your position, you will gain a deeper understanding of the processes involved in operating complex semiconductor equipment through unique hands-on training at the TSMC Newcomer Training Center, while continuously expanding your knowledge.
• Health & Well-Being: An annual budget for your health and well-being (e.g., for sports classes, massages, or relaxation) helps you stay fit.
• Meals & Transportation: Enjoy a daily meal allowance as well as a subsidized public transportation (e.g., for the Deutschlandticket) in Germany.