Software Engineer (Equipment)

SEMI INTEGRATION (S) PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Advanced automation projects

Semiconductor fab exposure

Career development

Job summary

SEMI Integration (S) PTE. LTD. in Singapore seeks an Equipment Automation Engineer to design, develop, and support automation solutions that connect production tools to MES and host systems.

Responsibilities include implementing SECS/GEM, GEM300 interfaces, and data collection using C/C++, Java, Python with OOP; you will collaborate with vendors and client teams to deliver reliable automation in a high-volume fab.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Automation or related
• Hands-on SECS/GEM and GEM300 experience
• Strong C/C++ development and OOP understanding
• SQL/database proficiency (Oracle/SQL Server)
• Fluent English and Mandarin for client interaction

Responsibilities

• Develop, configure and maintain Equipment Automation Programs (EAP) to connect production equipment with MES/host systems.
• Implement SECS/GEM and GEM300 interfaces (SECS-I/HSMS) between equipment and host.
• Design and develop equipment interface software, data collection, alarm handling and recipe management.
• Apply C/C++, Java, Python and OOP to automate components and drivers.
• Use SQL and relational databases for data collection, tracing and reporting.
• Perform equipment connection testing, qualification and tool hook-up during install/ramp.
• Resolve equipment communication and automation issues to minimize downtime.
• Support auto-dispatching, WIP tracking, APC, SPC/FDC and AMHS integration.
• Prepare documentation and interface specs; collaborate with vendors and client teams.

Skills

C/C++ development

Python

Java

SQL

English & Mandarin

OOP

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering/CS

Tools

SECS/GEM

GEM300

HSMS

Relational DBs (Oracle/SQL Server)

Job description

Location: Singapore

Employment Type: Full-Time

About the Role

SEMI Integration provides MES and factory automation technical services to Singapore wafer fab. We are seeking an experienced Equipment Automation Engineer to design, develop, and support equipment integration and automation solutions that connect production tools to the MES and factory host systems. The successful candidate will implement and maintain Equipment Automation Programs (EAP), SECS/GEM and GEM300 interfaces, and drive tool connectivity, data collection, and automation reliability in a high-volume manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, configure, and maintain Equipment Automation Programs (EAP) to integrate production equipment with the MES and factory host.
• Implement and support SECS/GEM and GEM300 communication interfaces (e.g., SECS-I/HSMS) between equipment and host systems.
• Design and develop equipment interface software, data collection, alarm/event handling, recipe management, and remote command/control functions.
• Apply C/C++, Java, Python and Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) to develop and customize automation components and equipment drivers.
• Use SQL and relational databases for equipment data collection, tracing, configuration, and reporting.
• Perform equipment connection testing, qualification, and hook-up during tool install and ramp.
• Troubleshoot and resolve equipment communication, automation, and interface issues to minimize production downtime (including on-call/shift support where required).
• Support automation scenarios such as auto-dispatching, WIP tracking, R2R/APC, SPC/FDC, and material handling (AMHS) integration.
• Prepare technical documentation, interface specifications (e.g., GEM/interface A/EDA), and support knowledge transfer.
• Collaborate with equipment vendors, fab engineering, IT/MES, and client stakeholders to deliver project milestones.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or higher in Computer Science, Computer/Electronic/Electrical Engineering, Automation, Mechatronics, or a related discipline.
• Hands-on experience with equipment automation /integration using SECS/GEM and GEM300 standards (SECS-I, HSMS).
• Strong C/C++ development experience and a solidunderstanding of Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) principles.
• Working knowledge of SQL and relational databases(e.g., Oracle, SQL Server, or equivalent).
• Proficiency in both English and Chinese (Mandarin) —required to liaise effectively with Chinese-speaking client stakeholders,equipment vendors, and to work with Chinese-language technical documentation.
• Good analytical, problem-solving, and debuggingskills.
• Ability to work independently and within a team in a faste-paced manufacturing environment.

Preferred/ Advantageous Qualifications

• Relevant semiconductor / wafer fab industryexperience, particularly with EAP platforms
• Experience with 300mm (12\") wafer fab operations,tool install, and ramp.
• Familiarity with Interface A / EDA (Equipment DataAcquisition), recipe management, and R2R/APC integration.
• Knowledge of AMHS/material handling integration andfactory scheduling/dispatching systems.
• Experience with additional languages/technologies(Java, C#, .NET, Python, shell scripting) and Unix/Linux and Windowsenvironments.
• Exposure to Agile/DevOps practices, version control(Git/SVN), and CI/CD.
• Experience working in a client-facing orservices/consulting environment.

WhatWe Offer

• Opportunity to work on advanced equipment automationsolutions in a cutting-edge 300mm semiconductor fab.
• Exposure to leading-edge manufacturing technology and industry best practices.
• Career development within a specialized semiconductor systems integration team.
• Competitive remuneration package commensurate with experience.