Senior Equipment Engineer ( Diffusion )

STMicroelectronics; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

STMicroelectronics is seeking engineers to uphold equipment reliability and drive cost-optimized maintenance in our advanced fabrication facilities. You will lead tool commissioning, work with IE and production teams, and provide technical support to shift staff.

Applicants should have a bachelor in electronics and hands-on experience with diffusion furnaces and sensors, and be prepared to collaborate across functions to meet yield and throughput targets.

Qualifications

• Degree in electronics or electrical engineering.
• Experience with troubleshooting and repair of equipment using schematics.
• Experience with sensors via micro-controllers (STM32) and Raspberry Pi for FDC.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and optimize tool reliability and robustness independently.
• Lead cost-saving maintenance projects.
• Oversee new tool commissioning from setup to production readiness.
• Collaborate with Production and Engineering to resolve operational issues.
• Provide technical support to SME and Line Staff.
• Lead equipment/process improvement projects and benchmarking.

Skills

Schematic Troubleshooting

Equipment Repair

STM32 Sensors

Cross-functional

Diffusion Furnaces

Education

Bachelor Degree in Electronics

Master degree in human resources, sciences or similar

Job description

OUR STORY

At STMicroelectronics, we believe in the power of technology to drive innovation and make a positive impact on people, businesses, and society. As a global semiconductor company, our advanced technologies and chips form the hidden foundation of the world we live in today.

When you join ST, you will be part of a global business with more than 115 nationalities, present in 40 countries, and comprising over 50,000 diverse and dedicated creators and makers of technology around the world.

Developing technologies takes more than talent: it takes amazing people who understand collaboration and respect. People with passion and the desire to disrupt the status quo, drive innovation, and unlock their own potential.

Embark on a journey with us, where you can innovate for a future that we want to make smarter and greener, in a responsible and sustainable way. Our technology starts with you.

• Equipment Reliability & Cost Optimization
• Maintain and sustain tool reliability and robustness independently.
• Lead and execute maintenance cost-saving projects.
• Oversee new tool commissioning from setup to production readiness.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration & Problem Solving
• Partner with Production and Engineering teams to prioritize and resolve operational issues.
• Work with IE (Industrial Engineering) on equipment installation, relocation, OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness) improvement projects.
• Technical Support & Knowledge Transfer
• Provide technical support & tool-specific expertise to SME (Shift Maint Engr) & Line Support staffs.
• Preventive Maintenance Management
• Translate engineering requirements into actionable preventive maintenance tasks.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to meet manufacturing targets (yield, throughput, and quality).
• To work with equipment vendor / project team / Facility Process for new tool installation , commissioning and qualification meeting the defined timeline schedule. And to align tool capabilities with existing specifications.
• To lead equipment / process / capacity / Cost improvement projects
• To do benchmarking and qualification runs to confirm process stability and repeatability on new diffusion furnaces.
• To sustain the equipment optimal performance at defined KPI complying safety requirements

OUR STORY

At STMicroelectronics, we believe in the power of technology to drive innovation and make a positive impact on people, businesses, and society. As a global semiconductor company, our advanced technologies and chips form the hidden foundation of the world we live in today.

When you join ST, you will be part of a global business with more than 115 nationalities, present in 40 countries, and comprising over 50,000 diverse and dedicated creators and makers of technology around the world.

Developing technologies takes more than talent: it takes amazing people who understand collaboration and respect. People with passion and the desire to disrupt the status quo, drive innovation, and unlock their own potential.

Embark on a journey with us, where you can innovate for a future that we want to make smarter and greener, in a responsible and sustainable way. Our technology starts with you.

YOUR ROLE

• Equipment Reliability & Cost Optimization
• Maintain and sustain tool reliability and robustness independently.
• Lead and execute maintenance cost-saving projects.
• Oversee new tool commissioning from setup to production readiness.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration & Problem Solving
• Partner with Production and Engineering teams to prioritize and resolve operational issues.
• Work with IE (Industrial Engineering) on equipment installation, relocation, OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness) improvement projects.
• Technical Support & Knowledge Transfer
• Provide technical support & tool-specific expertise to SME (Shift Maint Engr) & Line Support staffs.
• Preventive Maintenance Management
• Translate engineering requirements into actionable preventive maintenance tasks.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to meet manufacturing targets (yield, throughput, and quality).
• To work with equipment vendor / project team / Facility Process for new tool installation , commissioning and qualification meeting the defined timeline schedule. And to align tool capabilities with existing specifications.
• To lead equipment / process / capacity / Cost improvement projects
• To do benchmarking and qualification runs to confirm process stability and repeatability on new diffusion furnaces.
• To sustain the equipment optimal performance at defined KPI complying safety requirements

Your Skills & Experiences

• Bachelor Degree in Electronics & Electrical Master degree in human resources, sciences or similar
• Competency & knowledge required to troubleshoot and repair equipment using schematic, for installation and commissioning of new equipment with equipment vendors
• Experience in designing and developing solutions sensors via micro-controllers (eg. STM32) / Raspberry Pi computers as part of FDC (Fault Detection Control)
• Soft Skills: Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving under pressure, and cross-functional collaboration in team discussion for equipment issues
• Min. 2-3 years experience with technical knowledge in 8\" Diffusion furnaces (Kokusai / TEL ALPHA / VTR / ASM)
• Technical competency & knowledge required to troubleshoot and repair equipment using schematic Quality Knowledge - Implement Best Known Method (BKM) with vendor / benchmarking

ST is proud to be one of the 17 companies certified as a 2025 Global Top Employer and the first and only semiconductor company to achieve this distinction. ST was recognized in this ranking thanks to its continuous improvement approach and stands out particularly in the areas of ethics & integrity, purpose & values, organization & change, business strategy, and performance.

At ST, we endeavor to foster a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we do not tolerate discrimination. We aim to recruit and retain a diverse workforce that reflects the societies around us. We strive for equity in career development, career opportunities, and equal remuneration. We encourage candidates who may not meet every single requirement to apply, as we appreciate diverse perspectives and provide opportunities for growth and learning. Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) is woven into our company culture.

To discover more, visit st.com/careers.