Senior Wafer Fab Automation Engineer — Robotics & OHT

1020 ADBV Ireland; Limerick; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Analog Devices, Inc. in Limerick, Ireland, seeks a Wafer Fab Automation Engineer to support robotics, AMHS/OHT systems, and automation strategies in our semiconductor facility.

You will bridge wafer-fab operations with robotics development, lead tool-tending automation, and optimize material flow while maintaining SEMI standards and safety practices. The role emphasizes collaboration, documentation, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a maintenance/engineering role within a highly regulated semiconductor environment.
• Experience with factory automation systems, robotics, or AMHS/OHT systems (academic or industrial).
• Knowledge of PLCs, SCADA, HMI or industrial control systems.
• Ability to read schematics, layouts, and CAD drawings.
• Strong verbal and written communication across cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Act as liaison between wafer-fab operations and Robotics Development Team; oversee tool‑tending robotic systems.
• Own and support OHT system and AMHS infrastructure; monitor performance and perform root-cause investigations.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, equipment engineering, and IT/automation teams to align automation with fab needs.
• Develop system requirements, test plans, BOMs, and technical documentation; review interfaces and layouts.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Continuous improvement mindset

Education

NFQ Level 7/8 engineering degree (Mechatronics, Robotics, Automation, Mechanical or Electrical)

Tools

PLC

SCADA

HMI

CAD

Job description

Analog Devices, Inc. in Limerick, Ireland, seeks a Wafer Fab Automation Engineer to support robotics, AMHS/OHT systems, and automation strategies in our semiconductor facility.

You will bridge wafer-fab operations with robotics development, lead tool-tending automation, and optimize material flow while maintaining SEMI standards and safety practices. The role emphasizes collaboration, documentation, and continuous improvement.