Onsite Field Service Engineer – Semiconductors

Cpl Group; Leinster; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

OEM training

International certification programs

Career progression

Job summary

Cpl Group in Leixlip, Co. Kildare, Ireland, is seeking Field Service Engineers for a full-time, on-site role at a leading semiconductor manufacturing facility. You will install, commission and maintain advanced equipment in a cleanroom environment, collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams.

The role offers structured OEM training, international certification programs and opportunities for international travel to training sites; applicants should hold EU/Stamp 4 visas and a driving licence.

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 7 qualification in Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Automation, Robotics, Mechatronics, Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• Alternatively, a Level 6 trade qualification with significant relevant semiconductor, manufacturing or equipment maintenance experience will also be considered.

Responsibilities

• Install, commission and qualify semiconductor manufacturing equipment in accordance with OEM specifications and cleanroom procedures.
• Perform preventative maintenance, calibration and equipment servicing activities to maximise uptime and reliability.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose complex electrical, mechanical, automation and process‑related faults on semiconductor capital equipment.
• Carry out corrective maintenance and support root cause analysis (RCA) investigations to implement sustainable technical solutions.
• Support equipment upgrades, retrofits and continuous improvement projects across the manufacturing facility.
• Work closely with process engineers, equipment engineers and production teams to optimise equipment performance and yield.
• Maintain detailed service documentation, maintenance records and technical reports in line with quality and compliance standards.
• Ensure strict adherence to EHS, cleanroom and contamination control procedures at all times.
• Provide technical support and operational guidance to customers and internal stakeholders where required.
• Participate in on‑call support and escalation activities to support critical manufacturing operations.
• Liaise with global engineering and technical support teams to resolve complex technical issues.
• Support spare parts management and ensure availability of critical components for service activities.
• Identify opportunities to improve equipment reliability, efficiency and customer satisfaction.
• Support compliance with ISO, GMP and semiconductor manufacturing standards and procedures.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Electrical systems

Electronic systems

Mechanical systems

Fault finding

Communication skills

Analytical

Independent worker

Education

Bachelor in Electrical/Electronic/Automation/Robotics/Mechatronics/Mechanical Eng

Level 6 trade qualification with relevant semiconductor experience

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Test fixtures

Job description

Cpl Group in Leixlip, Co. Kildare, Ireland, is seeking Field Service Engineers for a full-time, on-site role at a leading semiconductor manufacturing facility. You will install, commission and maintain advanced equipment in a cleanroom environment, collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams.

The role offers structured OEM training, international certification programs and opportunities for international travel to training sites; applicants should hold EU/Stamp 4 visas and a driving licence.