Diffusion Equipment Engineer - Day or Night

Samsung Semiconductor; Taylor (TX); On-site; USD 70,480 - 179,090; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with immediate vesting

Paid maternity and paternity leave

Paid time off and holidays

Wellness incentives

Job summary

Samsung Semiconductor is seeking an Equipment Engineer in Taylor, Texas to monitor and enhance wafer fabrication processes. This role involves data analysis, troubleshooting, and collaboration with a skilled team to improve equipment efficiency.

The position offers a competitive salary range and comprehensive benefits, including medical insurance, 401(k) matching, and paid time off. Employees are expected to support a 24/7 manufacturing environment with multiple shifts available.

Qualifications

• BS or MS required in Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering, or related fields.
• Experience with data analysis and scripting languages such as Python.

Responsibilities

• Monitoring wafer fabrication equipment and responding to issues.
• Coordinating scheduling of equipment qualifications.
• Using software to analyze data and identify trends.

Skills

Scripting in Python, VBA

Understanding of statistical methods

Troubleshooting Equipment or Process failures

Structure Problem Solving (8D, 7-step)

Data Analysis software (Spotfire, JMP, Matlab)

Change Point Management

Education

BS or MS in relevant engineering or science fields

Job description

Position Summary

Samsung Austin Semiconductor is seeking an equipment engineer interested in working alongside a talented team of professionals with a key focus on establishing and maintaining world class process/equipment and implementing yield enhancement as a competitive advantage along with the ability to identify complex problems and implement solutions.

Responsibilities

• Monitoring the wafer fabrication equipment and respond to issues
• Qualifying new manufacturing equipment
• Coordinating the scheduling of equipment qualifications and equipment down time with manufacturing
• Using software to analyze data, identify trends to make decisions about processing product.
• Making adjustments when equipment parameters are exceeded and monitoring process parameters when tools return from maintenance.
• Executing in-line changes (CPM) to the process or equipment.
• Communicating technical information within the department through presentations.
• Continuously revising Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Developing improved processes to increase capability.
• Monitoring operations costs and develop cost reduction projects

Qualifications

• BS or MS in Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, Material Science, or Computer Science (3.0 GPA for new grads)
• Scripting in Python, VBA, or equivalent language
• Understanding of statistical methods
• Understanding of Change Point Management, and of Lean, TPS, or 5S principles
• Structure Problem Solving (8D, 7-step, etc.)
• Software Data Analysis software (Spotfire, JMP, Matlab, etc.)
• Troubleshooting Equipment or Process failures
• Ability to wear clean room suit and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
• Ability to lift < 35 lbs and work in a tight‑fitting FAB environment sitting at a computer terminal for extended periods of time
• May be exposed to yellow lights, blinking lights and other hazards
• Potential to work with materials which contain hazardous chemicals
• Support and/or work shift duties in a 24x7 manufacturing environment

Compensation and Benefits

The current base salary range for this role is between $70,480 - $179,090. Individual base pay rates will depend on factors including duties, work location, education, skills, qualifications and experience. Total compensation for this position will include a competitive benefits package and may include participation in company incentive compensation programs, which are based on factors to include organizational and individual performance.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance and 401(k) matching with immediate vesting
• Onsite café(s) and workout facilities
• Paid maternity and paternity leave
• Paid time off (PTO) + 2 personal holidays and 10 regular holidays
• Wellness incentives and MORE

Eligible full‑time employees (salaried or hourly) may also receive MBO bonuses based on company, division, and individual performance.

Shift Schedule

• A Shift – Sunday through Tuesday (6:45am – 7:15pm) with alternating Wednesdays
• C Shift – Thursday through Saturday (6:45am – 7:15pm) with alternating Wednesdays
• B Shift – Sunday through Tuesday (6:45pm – 7:15am) with alternating Saturdays
• D Shift – Wednesday through Friday (6:45pm – 7:15am) with alternating Saturdays

Legal Statements

U.S. Export Control Compliance – This role may require access to information subject to U.S. export control laws. Applicants must be authorized to access such information or be eligible for government authorization.

Trade Secrets Notice – By submitting an application, you agree not to disclose to Samsung—or encourage Samsung to use—any confidential or proprietary information (including trade secrets) belonging to a current or former employer or other entity.

Samsung Electronics America, Inc. and its subsidiaries are committed to employing a diverse workforce, and provide Equal Employment Opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.