Senior Engineer/Engineer , Etch Equipment(Oxide)

Vanguard International Semiconductor Corporation (VIS); Singapore; On-site; SGD 48,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Vanguard International Semiconductor Corporation (VIS) in Singapore is seeking an Equipment Maintenance Engineer to own, maintain and improve key indices such as quality, uptime and cost across semiconductor tools.

You will optimize preventive maintenance procedures, monitor equipment performance, and collaborate with process and manufacturing engineers to ensure smooth production and minimal downtime. Strong analytical skills and ownership are essential.

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical / Electronics / Mechanical / Mechatronics / Microelectronics Engineering.
• Min 2 years of relevant work experience in Etch Equipment (LAM DFM/MES/Oxide Equipment).
• Excellent teamwork and strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Demonstrated ownership, accountability, and ability to work under pressure.
• Proficient with MS Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Own, maintain and improve Quality, Uptime and Cost indices.
• Sustain equipment KPI and drive continuous performance improvements.
• Monitor and control equipment performance indices; optimize preventive maintenance.
• Coordinate with process and manufacturing engineers to meet module objectives.
• Manage logistics for parts to prevent uptime losses on equipment failure.
• Coordinate new equipment start-up from facilities hookup to production acceptance.

Skills

Etch Equipment (LAM DFM/MES/Oxide)

Team player

Interpersonal communication

Written communication

Analytical thinking

Ownership and accountability

Adaptability / under pressure

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical / Electronics / Mechanical / Mechatronics / Microelectronics Engineering

Job description

• To own, maintain and improve the following indices: Quality, Uptime and Cost.
• Sustain equipment KPI and make continuous improvements to enhance the performance.
• Monitor and control equipment performance indices. Optimize PM procedures to make it more effective and efficient.
• Coordinate with both process and manufacturing Engineers to ensure work is carried out efficiently to meet module objectives.
• Manage the logistics for parts so as to prevent prolonged uptime losses in the case of equipment failure.
• Manage the expenditure allocated for equipment maintenance without compromising on quality output.
• Continuous improvement of equipment KPI in terms of quality, uptime and costs.
• Plan and implement an effective Preventive Maintenance program on equipment.
• Coach and Mentor subordinates to ensure that skill level and knowledge are up to date, and continuously give feedback on their work performance.
• Document Corrective Action and Best Known Methods, and Fan it out to all for maximum ROI and learning.
• Participate in CIP programs to optimize equipment utilization and cost of maintenance.
• Become the technical Expert for the respective machine specialization.
• Know how to use SPACE to monitor and analyze SPC charts. Know how to use JMP to analyze engineering
• experiments. Know how to use measurement instruments effectively in data collection.
• Understand FMEA and be able to generate FMEA analysis for new tool. Able to utilize it to identify tool weaknesses and derive the top 3 to 5 risk factors.
• Able to create PROMIS (SiView) DC OP and SPC charts.
• Coordinate new equipment start-up to support production, from facilities hookup, vendor startup, to acceptance of equipment for production.
• Wafer scrap reduction awareness and mindset.
• Follow up on SPSR, MRB, 8D, TECN, and ECN documentation for closure of issues / events. Provide guidance to Junior Engineers.
• Self audit and update specifications to meet TS16949 Quality Standard requirements.
• Set Expectation and carry out performance appraisal for Technician or AE as instructed by Section Manager.

Job Description

• To own, maintain and improve the following indices: Quality, Uptime and Cost.
• Sustain equipment KPI and make continuous improvements to enhance the performance.
• Monitor and control equipment performance indices. Optimize PM procedures to make it more effective and efficient.
• Coordinate with both process and manufacturing Engineers to ensure work is carried out efficiently to meet module objectives.
• Manage the logistics for parts so as to prevent prolonged uptime losses in the case of equipment failure.
• Manage the expenditure allocated for equipment maintenance without compromising on quality output.
• Continuous improvement of equipment KPI in terms of quality, uptime and costs.
• Plan and implement an effective Preventive Maintenance program on equipment.
• Coach and Mentor subordinates to ensure that skill level and knowledge are up to date, and continuously give feedback on their work performance.
• Document Corrective Action and Best Known Methods, and Fan it out to all for maximum ROI and learning.
• Participate in CIP programs to optimize equipment utilization and cost of maintenance.
• Become the technical Expert for the respective machine specialization.
• Know how to use SPACE to monitor and analyze SPC charts. Know how to use JMP to analyze engineering
• experiments. Know how to use measurement instruments effectively in data collection.
• Understand FMEA and be able to generate FMEA analysis for new tool. Able to utilize it to identify tool weaknesses and derive the top 3 to 5 risk factors.
• Able to create PROMIS (SiView) DC OP and SPC charts.
• Coordinate new equipment start-up to support production, from facilities hookup, vendor startup, to acceptance of equipment for production.
• Wafer scrap reduction awareness and mindset.
• Follow up on SPSR, MRB, 8D, TECN, and ECN documentation for closure of issues / events. Provide guidance to Junior Engineers.
• Self audit and update specifications to meet TS16949 Quality Standard requirements.
• Set Expectation and carry out performance appraisal for Technician or AE as instructed by Section Manager.

Requirements

• Degree in Electrical / Electronics / Mechanical / Mechatronics / Microelectronics Engineering
• Min 2 years of relevant work experience in Etch Equipment (LAM DFM/MES/Oxide Equipment)
• An excellent team player with good interpersonal, communication and written skills
• Strong logical thinking capability and good analytical skill
• Highly committed with good ownership and accountability
• Able to adapt in a fast pace environment and work under pressure
• Proficient in MS Office Applications