Senior Semiconductor Equipment Technician

intel; Leixlip; On-site; EUR 40,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Intel Ireland is a leading semiconductor manufacturing and technology development hub located in Leixlip, Ireland. The Experienced Manufacturing Technician role focuses on wafer production support, equipment maintenance, and process optimization in a high-volume environment.

The position requires a relevant technical qualification and 4+ years in similar manufacturing settings, with the ability to work a monthly rotating shift and collaborate across engineering, manufacturing, and operations to

Qualifications

• Candidates must have a relevant technical qualification in an approved Science or Engineering discipline.
• 4+ years of experience in technical, semiconductor, pharmaceutical, biomedical, or medical device manufacturing.
• 4+ years of hands-on preventative and corrective maintenance experience in a regulated environment.
• 4+ years of experience in electronics, equipment troubleshooting, installation, repair, and operation in a regulated environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• The ability to work effectively in a diverse team environment and manage multiple priorities.
• The ability to work with minimal supervision and adapt to changing business needs.
• A proactive approach to driving operational and maintenance improvements.
• The ability to work on a monthly rotating shift pattern.

Responsibilities

• Perform functions associated with wafer production, including manufacturing operations, equipment handling, and process-related activities.
• Support equipment operation within the manufacturing area to meet safety, quality, output, and cost targets.
• Conduct preventative and corrective maintenance on manufacturing equipment in a regulated environment.
• Troubleshoot equipment and process issues, complete repairs, and support defect reduction activities.
• Use technical manuals, specifications, drawings, diagrams, schematics, and verbal instructions to perform assigned tasks.
• Apply structured problem-solving techniques and use appropriate tools and test equipment to address production and equipment challenges.
• Support installation, repair, operation, and performance improvement of manufacturing equipment.
• Work collaboratively with engineering, manufacturing, and operations teams to resolve technical issues and improve equipment reliability.
• Help drive operational and maintenance improvements within your assigned area.
• Contribute to a team culture focused on inclusion, diversity, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Support business needs that may require travel on assignment for varying durations.

Skills

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Problem solving

Education

NFQ Level 6/7/8 in technical discipline

Trade qualification in Electrical/Plumbing/Instrumentation

Tools

Electrical testing tools

Schematics and diagrams reading

Maintenance equipment

Job description

Intel Ireland is a leading semiconductor manufacturing and technology development hub located in Leixlip, Ireland. The Experienced Manufacturing Technician role focuses on wafer production support, equipment maintenance, and process optimization in a high-volume environment.

The position requires a relevant technical qualification and 4+ years in similar manufacturing settings, with the ability to work a monthly rotating shift and collaborate across engineering, manufacturing, and operations to