Chip Testing Shift Engineer (7am-7pm shift. 3-4 days a week)

Applied Optoelectronics, Inc.; Sugar Land (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible health plans

401(k) matching

Generous PTO policy

Relocation package

Immigration sponsorships

Job summary

A leading technology company is seeking a Chip Testing Shift Engineer for on-site operations in Sugar Land, Texas. The role involves troubleshooting equipment issues and ensuring quality during chip production. Ideal candidates should hold a relevant Bachelor's degree and have experience in chip manufacturing. The company offers competitive health plans, a generous PTO policy, and relocation packages. Join us to become a part of a dynamic technology team focused on excellence and innovation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree required in Material Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics or related discipline.
• Experience with chip manufacturing, micromanufacturing, or equipment automation is a plus.
• Knowledge of Semiconductor devices is advantageous.
• Knowledge of semiconductor devices.
• Basic programming knowledge; familiar with LabVIEW programming.
• Proficient in Microsoft PowerPoint and Excel.
• Strong data analysis and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent interpersonal and written/verbal communication skills.
• Detail-oriented and self-motivated; able to follow cleanroom protocols.
• Ability to lift/move up to 20 pounds and work independently or in a team.

Responsibilities

• Provide real-time technical support during assigned shifts.
• Troubleshoot work order and equipment issues.
• Monitor test data to ensure product quality.
• Document issues and conduct shift handovers to maintain continuity.
• Verify golden samples and investigate failures prior to production release.
• Identify abnormal trends and take prompt action to stabilize process.
• Train manufacturing personnel and perform other related tasks.

Skills

Chip manufacturing experience

Robust data analysis

Excellent communication skills

Knowledge of Semiconductor devices

Problem-solving capability

Ability to follow cleanroom protocols

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant engineering or physics

Tools

LabView programming

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Chip Testing Shift Engineer (7am-7pm shift or 7pm-7am shift)

Seeking a Chip Testing Shift Engineer responsible for providing real-time technical support during assigned shifts to ensure smooth chip testing production operations. This role focuses on troubleshooting work order and equipment issues, monitoring test data to ensure product quality, performing equipment calibration, and conducting timely issue reporting and shift handovers to maintain operational continuity and process stability.

Job Duties

Keep the flow of work orders and perform root cause analysis

Monitor the flow of work orders and respond promptly to production interruptions during the assigned shift

Solve issues in work orders / equipment in a timely manner for smooth flow in the production line

Ensure daily golden sample verification is completed and passed before production; investigate, report, and resolve any failures prior to release for production.

Monitor real-time test data and equipment performance during production to ensure test accuracy and stability

Identify abnormal trends, data shifts, or out-of-control conditions and take immediate action

Perform routine calibrations on test stations to ensure consistency of product quality

Reporting and Shift Communication

Document and elevate production, equipment, and quality issues during the shift, and report critical issues to management as required

Maintain accurate shift logs and provide shift handover including equipment status, open issues, actions taken, risks, and follow-up items

Maintain procedures

Provide training to manufacturing personnel

Perform other work-related tasks as required and assigned

Qualifications

Bachelor degree required in Material Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics or related discipline from an accredited institution.

Experience with chip manufacturing, micromanufacturing, or equipment automation is a plus

Experience with the maintenance, calibration and operation of automated equipment

Knowledge of Semiconductor devices

Basic knowledge of programming, familiar with LabView programming

Proficient in Microsoft PowerPoint and Excel

Robust data analysis and problem-solving capability

Excellent interpersonal and verbal/ written communication skills for successful inter and intra-group interactions

Detail-oriented and self-motivated

Ability to follow all cleanroom protocols

Ability to work independently and as a team

Ability lift or move items weighing up to 20 pounds

Assess the accuracy, neatness and thoroughness of the work assigned

Remain in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods

Fine manipulation involves using fingers for precise tasks like pinching, picking, or typing, rather than whole hand or arm manipulation

Location

This position will be on-site based in Sugar Land, Texas.

WHY AOI?

In addition to competitive salary, AOI offers

Flexible and competitive health (medical, dental, vision) plans offer the employee with the right options to meet individual and family needs

Employer matching on 401(k) deferrals

Generous PTO policy, with unused PTO payout at end of the year

Relocation package available within US

Immigration sponsorships (Must be currently authorized to work in the US)

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