Furnace Equipment Senior Engineer

SOITEC-en; Singapore; Vor Ort; SGD 55.000 - 90.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Soitec in Singapore is seeking a hands-on Equipment Engineer focusing on furnace systems and process support. You will perform PM/CM, troubleshoot downtime, and collaborate with process engineers to optimize tool parameters, monitoring with SPC to improve yield and reduce defects.

The role requires strong knowledge of furnace repair, thermal processing, and safety compliance for a high-volume fab environment.

Qualifikationen

• Strong knowledge of furnace systems including Qtz tube, boat, SiC, TC, SCR, rapid cooling.
• Understanding of thermal processes such as annealing, oxidation, diffusion, and thermal budget.
• Ability to match tools and references to ISO standards and measurement gauges.
• Hands-on tuning and changes to tubes, heaters, and rapid cooling systems.

Aufgaben

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance to maintain equipment uptime.
• Troubleshoot equipment failures and minimize downtime.
• Support process engineers to optimize tool parameters and run SPC monitoring.
• Drive improvements in yield and defect reduction.
• Assist installation, qualification, and SAT/FAT activities for new equipment.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and equipment performance reports.
• Ensure fab safety protocols and handling of high-voltage and hazardous gases.

Kenntnisse

Furnace systems

Thermal processes

Tool-to-tool matching

Flat zone tuning

Jobbeschreibung

Introduce Soitec and context of the position

Technical Expertise (Furnace)

• Strong knowledge of furnace systems (Qtz tube, boat, SiC, TC, SCR, rapid cooling radiator)
• Understanding of thermal processes (annealing, oxidation, diffusion, thermal budget)
• Tool to tool matching capability (TC wafer to match temperature reference with ISO standard, golden pressure gauge...etc)
• Hands on flat zone tuning, profiling adjustment, tube change, heater change, rapid cooling system change....etc)

Equipment Performance & Reliability

• Perform preventive maintenance (PM) and corrective maintenance (CM)
• Troubleshoot equipment failures and minimize downtime
• Ensure machines meet operational and safety standards
• Manage spare parts and critical component tracking
• Balance PM tool time with manufacturing
• May require on-call support for critical situation

Process Support & Optimization

• Support production by ensuring stable processes
• Work closely with process engineers to optimize tool parameters
• Monitor tool performance using SPC (Statistical Process Control)
• Drive improvements in yield and defect reduction

Troubleshooting & Problem Solving

• Conduct root cause analysis (RCA) for equipment and process issues
• Apply structured problem-solving methods (e.g., 8D, Fishbone, FMEA)
• Implement corrective actions and preventive actions (CAPA)

Continuous Improvement

• Lead or participate in productivity and cost-reduction projects
• Improve Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF) and Mean Time To Repair (MTTR)
• Enhance equipment efficiency and automation

Installation & Qualification

• Support new equipment installation, setup, and acceptance (SAT/FAT)
• Perform equipment qualification and process buy-off
• Collaborate with vendors for upgrades and modifications

Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain accurate maintenance records and technical documentation
• Prepare reports on equipment performance, downtime, and improvements
• Update SOPs and work instructions

Safety & Sustainability

• Ensure compliance with fab safety protocols and cleanroom standards
• Handle high-voltage systems, vacuum systems, and hazardous gases safely
• Balance equipment sustainability vs needs

Key Performance Indicators

• Equipment uptime (%)
• OEE
• Yield impact
• PM compliance rate
• FDC trigger rate

Soft Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work under pressure in a high-volume manufacturing environment
• Good communication and teamwork
• Proactive and self-driven mindset
• Utilizing goggle office & Gemini AI