Associate Engineer, CIM

SILICON BOX PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

SILICON BOX PTE. LTD. is seeking a CIM Support Associate Engineer to monitor and troubleshoot CIM systems in a semiconductor manufacturing environment.

You will ensure robust equipment-to-host communication, data integrity, and smooth automation workflows while delivering real-time support to manufacturing operations. Responsibilities include CIM/MES system troubleshooting, SECS/GEM interfaces, data log monitoring, and incident reporting.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in CS/Engineering/IT or related field.
• Experience with CIM/MES systems such as Camstar, PROMIS, FACTORYworks, Eyelit.
• Knowledge of SECS/GEM, EDA, OPC or similar equipment comms.

Responsibilities

• Provide real-time CIM support to minimize production downtime.
• Diagnose and resolve CIM/MES integration and configuration issues.
• Analyze logs, run DB queries, and debug to find root causes.
• Support MES transactions and data flow between MES, Host, and Equipment.
• Monitor equipment data logs, alarms, and mapping consistency.
• Collaborate with process engineers, IT, and vendors to improve stability.
• Participate in software upgrades, patching, and validation activities.
• Prepare shift handover reports and communicate system health.

Skills

CIM/MES Systems

SECS/GEM communication

SQL & scripting

Python

Communication & teamwork

Problem-solving under pressure

On-call support

Education

Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology

Tools

Camstar

PROMIS

FACTORYworks

Eyelit

Job description

Position Summary

The Computer Integrated Manufacturing (CIM) Support Associate Engineer is responsible for monitoring, maintaining, and troubleshooting CIM systems in a semiconductor production environment.

This role ensures seamless equipment-to-host communication, data integrity, and automation workflows while providing real-time support for manufacturing operations.

Responsibilities

CIM System Support & Troubleshooting

• Provide real-time support for CIM-related issues, ensuring minimal downtime for production.
• Diagnose and resolve equipment integration, automation script, and resource/operation configuration in MES.
• Perform log analysis, database queries, and system debugging to identify root causes.

Manufacturing Execution System (MES) & Equipment Interface

• Support MES transactions and ensure seamless data flow between MES, Host, and Equipment.
• Work with SECS/GEM, MES interfaces for equipment communication.
• Monitor equipment data logs, alarms, and mapping consistency in the system.

Process Automation & System Enhancement

• Collaborate with process engineers, IT, and vendors to improve system stability and efficiency.
• Participate and support in software upgrades, patch deployment, and system validation activities.

Incident Management & Reporting

• Provide timely issue escalation, impact analysis, and resolution tracking.
• Maintain detailed incident logs, troubleshooting steps, and preventive action records.
• Prepare shift handover reports and communicate system health status.

Requirements

• Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or related fields.
• Prior experience with CIM/ MES Systems (e.g., Camstar, PROMIS, FACTORYworks, Eyelit, etc).
• Familiarity with SECS/GEM, EDA, OPC, or other equipment communication protocols.
• Familiarity with RMS, SPC, Test system and Wafer map system
• Experience in SEMI standards (E30, E37, E39, E40, E87, etc).
• Experience in troubleshooting skills in SQL, Python, VB, Java, or shell scripting.
• Knowledge of semiconductor manufacturing processes (frontend/backend).
• Fast problem-solving ability in a high-pressure production environment.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills to coordinate across departments.
• Willing to work rotating shifts and provide on-call support when needed.