Equipment Engineer/Senior Engineer (Lithography)

systems on silicon manufacturing company pte ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 67,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

SSMC is seeking a Senior/Principal Engineer for the Photo Equipment department to sustain and optimize ASML XT lithography systems in our Singapore fab. The role involves hands-on operation, maintenance and continuous improvement in a fast-paced environment.

You will rotate shifts, mentor engineers, manage spare parts, document procedures, and drive cost-reduction and process optimization while maintaining safety and ISO compliance.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with ASML PAS/XT lithography systems.
• Strong expertise in XT lithography platforms: operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, optimization.
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Electronics Engineering.
• 1–3 years in a semiconductor manufacturing environment with ASML XT platforms.
• Candidates with more than 3 years will be considered for a Senior Engineer position.

Responsibilities

• Sustain and improve ASML XT platform performance to meet operational goals.
• Provide first-line technical support during rotating shifts.
• Carry out preventive maintenance activities.
• Perform Level 1 and Level 2 troubleshooting including component replacement.
• Manage spare parts inventory to minimize downtime.
• Mentor and develop junior engineers.
• Document maintenance procedures and best-known methods.
• Monitor machine performance and plan maintenance schedules.
• Ensure ISO compliance and 6S housekeeping.
• Collaborate with the Mother FAB and participate in ERT.

Skills

ASML XT lithography

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics Engineering

Tools

ASML XT platforms

Job description

SSMC(Systems on Silicon Manufacturing Company Pte. Ltd.), is a Joint Venture between NXP and TSMC. We offer flexible and cost-effective semiconductor fabrication solutions by maintaining fully equipped SMIF cleanroom environment, 100% equipment automation and proven wafer-manufacturing processes.

We're looking for innovative, passionate, and talented people like you to join our team.

We’re searching for aSenior/Principal Engineer to be part of ourPhoto Equipment department diverse team of talent.

What you will be working on:

• Responsible for sustaining and improving ASML XT platform performance to meet operational goals

• Perform rotating/swing shift duties to provide first-line technical support to production.

• Carry out preventive maintenance activities effectively.

• Perform Level 1 troubleshooting, including basic equipment recovery.

• Perform Level 2 troubleshooting, including replacement of critical components.

• Manage and optimize spare parts inventory to minimize costs and equipment downtime.

• Mentor, train, and develop Senior Assistant Engineers and junior team members.

• Document preventive maintenance, recovery procedures, and best-known methods.

• Monitor and review machine performance.

• Plan preventive maintenance schedules and forecast spare parts/consumables usage.

• Improve machine capacity, efficiency, and ergonomics.

• Ensure timely calibration of measuring instruments in accordance with specifications.

• Maintain compliance with ISO standards and related requirements.

• Support machine part repair and R&M cost-reduction initiatives.

• Ensure good 6S housekeeping and safety practices within the fab.

• Collaborate with the Mother FAB to share best-known methods and benchmarking practices.

• Participate in the Emergency Response Team (ERT) during emergency situations.

• Contribute to Transform programs (10K Ideas, LSS, and BKM) to improve equipment utilization and reduce maintenance costs.

• Support new equipment start-up activities, from facility hook-up and vendor start-up through production acceptance.

• Review and follow up on Daily Rework, RTM, FDC, SPC, Alarm 3, and EMAP activities.

More about you:

• Hands‑on experience with ASML PAS/XT lithography systems.

• Strong expertise in ASML XT lithography platforms, including operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and process optimization.

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics Engineering, or an equivalent discipline.

• 1–3 years of experience in a semiconductor manufacturing environment working with ASML XT platforms.

• Candidates with more than 3 years of relevant experience will be considered for a Senior Engineer position.

SSMC is firmly committed to upholding equal employment opportunities for all individuals. We strictly adhere to the Tripartite Guidelines on Fair Employment Practices (TGFEP), the Singapore Food Safety and Security Act 2025 (FSSA 2025), and the Singapore Code of Advertising Practice. All qualified applicants will receive non-discriminatory consideration for employment on the basis of merit and regardless of age, race, gender, religion, marital status and family responsibilities, or disability, or any other attributes as protected by the relevant laws.