Senior Equipment Engineer, WETS

STMicroelectronics; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

STMicroelectronics in Singapore seeks an Equipment Owner to lead maintenance improvements, optimize cost per wafer, and boost equipment reliability and throughput. You will start up new equipment, work with vendors, and guide technicians.

The role requires hands-on experience with wet bench tools, strong analytical skills, and collaboration across departments to meet production targets and drive cost efficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical/electronic/mechatronics/mechanical engineering.
• Min 3 years’ experience in Wet Equipment Spin tool (Semitool SST/Siconnex) or WET Benches.
• Good knowledge in reading and analyzing electrical schematic and block diagrams.
• Good hands-on experience in mechanical systems such as pump and flow systems.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills are required.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to teamwork within and with other departments.
• Familiar with Microsoft Office applications.
• Knowledge in statistical tools, problem solving tools, FMEA and 8D.
• Knowledge in PLC programming will be an added advantage.

Responsibilities

• Take on Equipment owner role and implement equipment improvement projects to optimize maintenance cost per wafer, equipment reliability, wafer fab yield and throughput.
• Manage new equipment start up, liaise with vendors for production acceptance.
• Plan and implement technical support and expertise on specific tools to Assistant Maintenance Engineers and Technicians.
• Establish CM procedures and troubleshooting guides for efficient problem solving.
• Establish PM procedures to maximize preventive maintenance efficiency without compromising quality.
• Provide training to Assistant Maintenance Engineers and Technicians to enhance troubleshooting skills.
• Establish critical equipment spares and consumables stock levels to support recovery time.
• Translate Production and Engineering needs into maintenance tasks and collaborate to meet targets.
• Participate in cost reduction projects to maintain cost efficiency.
• Generate downtime pareto reports and analyze chronic/repeated issues.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Mechanical systems

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

PLC knowledge

Schematic reading

Education

Bachelor’s degree in electrical/electronic/mechatronics/mechanical engineering

Tools

Semitool SST

Siconnex

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 122 nationalities, present in 40 countries, and comprising over 49,000 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

You will take on the role of Equipment owner and implement equipment improvement projects to achieve the best possible maintenance cost per wafer, equipment reliability, wafer fab yield and throughput parameters. Your job scope include:

• Manage new equipment start up, liaise with vendors, to acceptance of equipment for production
• Plan, organize and implement technical support and expertise on specific tools to Assistant Maintenance Engineers and Technicians
• Establish CM procedures and troubleshooting guides to allow efficient troubleshooting
• Establish PM procedures to achieve best possible Preventive Maintenance efficiency without compromising quality
• Provide training to Assistant Maintenance Engineers, Technicians to enhance their troubleshooting skills and equipment knowledge
• Establish critical equipment spares, consumables stock levels to support equipment recovery time
• Translates the requirements of Production and Engineering needs into maintenance tasks and work closely with them to achieve the overall committed targets in all aspects of manufacturing parameters.
• Participate in cost reduction projects to maintain cost efficiency
• Generate regular Equipment downtime pareto reports and analyzing for any chronic/repeated issues.

YOUR SKILLS & EXPERIENCES

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical/electronic/mechatronics/mechanical engineering
• Min 3 years’ experience in Wet Equipment Spin tool (Semitool SST/Siconnex) or WET Benches
• Good knowledge in reading and analyzing electrical schematic and block diagrams
• Good hands-on experience in mechanical systems such as pump and flow systems
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills are required
• Possess excellent interpersonal skills to teamwork within and with other departments
• Familiar with Microsoft office applications
• Good knowledge in statistical tools, problem solving tools, FMEA and 8D
• Knowledge in PLC programming will be an added advantage

ST is proud to be one of the 17 companies certified as a 2026 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.