Shift Equipment Engineer

Vishay Intertechnology, Inc.; Newport; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global manufacturer of electronic components seeks a technician with expertise in wafer fabrication. In this role, you will troubleshoot and manage equipment, provide guidance, and support improvement initiatives. We value self-driven, team-oriented individuals eager to grow their careers while driving advancements in technology.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of wafer fab experience preferred.
• Familiar with JIT, KANBAN, Zero Defects, SPC technologies.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot equipment during shifts and provide technical guidance.
• Manage corrective action recovery plans for equipment issues.
• Conduct equipment experiments and improvements.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Technical Guidance

Training Skills

Customer Service Focus

Teamwork

Continuous Improvement

Education

Degree/HND in Scientific/Engineering discipline

Tools

Implant and PVD tools

Photo - Nikon steppers

Wet Etch tools

Dry Etch tools

Knowledge of wafer fab equipment

Job description

• Sustain (PM) and troubleshoot equipment during shift hours.
• Provide technical guidance to Shift Equipment Technicians.
• Manage the first level of corrective action recovery plans for out-of-control equipment situations.
• Conduct and direct equipment experiments, improvements, and projects.
• Support manufacturing shifts by providing assistance and training (TSO) in respective areas.
• Organize and provide documentation and procedures for basic equipment checks.
• Interface with Day Shift Engineers (equipment and process) and manufacturing on-line issues.
• Review, write, and maintain procedures for equipment maintenance.

Qualifications and education requirements:

• A Degree/HND in Scientific/Engineering discipline is preferred.

Desired skills:

Knowledge of any of the following tools would be beneficial:

• Implant and PVD – Applied and Axcelis Implant tools, Applied Endura, Tel Nexx, FXP
• Photo - Nikon steppers, FSI Polaris, Tel track, Metrology tools - Hitachi CD SEM, KLA2135 defectivity, IVS Overlay
• Wet Etch – Automated batch wet processing tools, Semitool, Siconnex wet processing tools, CMP Applied, Ipec tools
• Dry Etch - Applied and Lam Etch tools, Gasonics Ashers
• Detailed knowledge of wafer fab manufacturing equipment and systems, including electrical, electronic, and mechanical aspects
• Strong training skills and technical familiarity with products and equipment
• Ideally 3+ years of wafer fab experience
• Familiar with modern manufacturing concepts such as JIT, KANBAN, Zero Defects, SPC, TQM, TPM
• Experience in driving continuous improvement activities and projects
• Highly motivated, results-oriented, customer service-focused, with strong teamwork and communication skills, and ability to work flexible hours
• Ability to empower and listen to others

Power your career as you power the world.

Vishay helps the world’s most in-demand technologies come to life. Since 1962, we have defined what technology can be through our electronic components. We offer unique career paths, an open culture, stability, and opportunities to work globally and locally. Join us and help build the DNA of tech.

Our products are the DNA of the world's technology.

Vishay's products are everywhere, often inside the most popular technology products, impacting lives globally. Our R&D teams focus on growth technologies like connectivity, mobility, and sustainability. Imagine a role where your work influences the world!

Building your experience.

At Vishay, career advancement is earned. Attributes of successful employees include:

Self-driven, hardworking, flexible, curious, eager to learn, ethical, team-oriented, and proactive in seeking opportunities for growth and leadership.