Equipment Engineer

Vishay Intertechnology, Inc.; Hollis (NH); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care coverage

Financial support programs

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Vishay UltraSource in Hollis, NH is seeking an Equipment Engineer to maintain, troubleshoot, and improve critical production equipment in a fast‑paced thin film environment. You will support sputtering and high‑vacuum systems, diagnose complex issues, and implement sustainable solutions to maximize uptime.

The role requires a hands‑on engineer with 5+ years of experience, strong root‑cause analysis skills, and the ability to work independently on floor‑level maintenance and improvements.

Qualifications

• 5+ years hands‑on equipment engineering or maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment (thin film, semiconductor, vacuum systems, or similar highly preferred).
• Strong hands‑on experience with high‑vacuum systems required; experience with sputtering or other PVD equipment strongly preferred.
• Deep understanding of vacuum systems, leak detection, pumps, and deposition equipment operation.
• Proven ability to independently troubleshoot and repair complex mechanical and electrical systems.
• Demonstrated success in high‑uptime, production‑critical environments where rapid response is required.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair complex equipment failures on sputtering and high‑vacuum systems.
• Own equipment performance; drive immediate issue resolution and long‑term reliability improvements.
• Perform preventive maintenance, repairs, and component replacements on production equipment.
• Lead root cause analysis and implement robust, long‑term corrective actions.
• Plan upgrades, modifications, and continuous improvement projects to increase uptime.

Skills

Equipment engineering

Maintenance

Troubleshooting

High‑vacuum systems

Root cause analysis

Electrical/mechanical repair

Tools

Sputtering/PVD equipment

Vacuum system diagnostics

Job description

Vishay manufactures one of the world's largest portfolios of discrete semiconductors and passive electronic components that are essential to innovative designs in the automotive, industrial, computing, consumer, telecommunications, military, aerospace, and medical markets. We help the world's most in-demand technologies come to life. Every day our products touch your life and the lives of people across the world, though you likely do not know it. Come join us and help us build The DNA of tech.

We are seeking great talent to help us build The DNA of tech.

Vishay manufactures one of the world's largest portfolios of discrete semiconductors and passive electronic components that are essential to innovative designs in the automotive, industrial, computing, consumer, telecommunications, military, aerospace, and medical markets. We help the world's most in-demand technologies come to life. Every day our products touch your life and the lives of people across the world, though you likely do not know it. Come join us and help us build The DNA of tech.

Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. is a Fortune 1,000 Company listed on the NYSE (VSH). Learn more at www.Vishay.com.

Do you want to help us build the DNA of tech? Vishay UltraSource in Hollis, NH is currently seeking applicants for an Equipment Engineer. The Equipment Engineer is a highly hands‑on role responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and improving critical production equipment within a fast‑paced, customer‑driven thin film job shop environment. This position supports the Sputter Production area and requires a self‑directed, experienced engineer capable of independently diagnosing and resolving complex equipment issues with minimal supervision.

This is not a purely project‑based role — the Equipment Engineer is expected to be on the floor, actively supporting production, responding to equipment failures, and executing both immediate repairs and long‑term corrective actions. Success in this role requires the ability to quickly assess problems, perform robust repairs, and implement sustainable solutions that improve equipment reliability.

A key performance objective is achieving and sustaining a minimum of 95% equipment uptime. The Equipment Engineer plays a critical role in minimizing downtime and ensuring production commitments are met. All work is performed with a strong commitment to safety and regulatory compliance.

Job Location:

Hollis, NH is a small suburb in Southern New Hampshire, an hour north of Boston, MA and conveniently located near other major cities and access points in the New England area. Vishay UltraSource has 27,000 sq. ft of manufacturing space and approximately 80 employees working between two shifts.

What You Will Be Doing

• Independently troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair complex equipment failures on sputtering and other high‑vacuum systems.
• Take ownership of equipment performance, driving both immediate issue resolution and long‑term reliability improvements.
• Perform hands‑on mechanical and electrical preventive maintenance, repairs, including component replacement, system rebuilds, and adjustments as required.
• Lead root cause analysis efforts and implement effective, sustainable corrective actions—not just temporary fixes.
• Plan and execute equipment upgrades, modifications, and continuous improvement projects to increase uptime and process stability.
• Work closely with Process Engineering to support process changes and ensure equipment capability aligns with production requirements.
• Maintain and optimize spare parts strategy to ensure critical components are available and downtime is minimized.
• Execute and improve preventive maintenance programs to proactively reduce equipment failures.
• Provide rapid response support to production, including urgent troubleshooting of down equipment.
• Support EHS compliance through execution of safety‑related maintenance tasks and active participation in site safety initiatives, including the Joint Loss Management Committee (JLMC).
• Perform additional duties and projects as required to support business needs.

What You Will Bring Along

• 5+ years of hands‑on equipment engineering or maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment (thin film, semiconductor, vacuum systems, or similar highly preferred).
• Strong hands‑on experience with high‑vacuum systems required; experience with sputtering or other PVD equipment strongly preferred.
• Deep understanding of vacuum systems, leak detection, pumps, and deposition equipment operation.
• Proven ability to independently troubleshoot and repair complex mechanical and electrical systems.
• Demonstrated success in high‑uptime, production‑critical environments where rapid response is required.
• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced, customer‑driven environment with shifting priorities.
• Strong root cause analysis and problem‑solving skills, with a focus on long‑term solutions.
• High level of mechanical aptitude and proficiency with tools, instrumentation, and diagnostic equipment.
• Ability to work independently with minimal direction and take full ownership of assigned equipment.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing demands.
• Effective written communication and documentation skills.
• Willingness and availability to work evenings and/or weekends as business needs require.

What Success Looks Like

• Becomes the primary technical owner for assigned sputter and vacuum equipment, operating with minimal supervision.
• Quickly builds a deep understanding of equipment performance, failure modes, and production requirements.
• Reduces equipment downtime by improving response time, repair effectiveness, and follow‑through on issues.
• Identifies and eliminates repeat failures through thorough root cause analysis and implementation of robust, long‑term corrective actions.
• Improves overall equipment uptime and stability, consistently meeting or exceeding the 95% uptime target.
• Establishes effective preventive maintenance practices that proactively reduce unplanned downtime.
• Builds strong working relationships with Production and Process Engineering by consistently delivering reliable support and solutions.
• Demonstrates ownership and accountability for equipment performance, becoming a trusted, go‑to resource on the production floor.

What Can We Offer You For Your Talent

Vishay offers a comprehensive suite of benefit programs including health care coverage, financial support programs and other resources designed to help you achieve your personal and professional goals. With us, you'll experience unique career paths, an open and collaborative culture, a stable business that will be there for you, and opportunities to work globally and locally.

This position requires access to information subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations and/or the Export Administration Regulations. As such, this position is open only to applicants who qualify as “U.S. Persons” as defined by 22 C.F.R.

• 120.15 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

It is the policy of Vishay to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all colleagues and applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

As an equal opportunity employer, Vishay is committed to a diverse workforce. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veterans' Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants that require accommodation in the job application process may contact [e-mail] assistance

Vishay offers a comprehensive suite of benefit programs including health care coverage, financial support programs and other resources designed to help you achieve your personal and professional goals. With us, you'll experience unique career paths, an open and collaborative culture, a stable business that will be there for you, and opportunities to work globally and locally.

Vishay is an AAP and Equal Opportunity Employer