Equipment Engineer: CMP & Backlap - Maintenance

Polar Semiconductor; BLOOMINGTON (MN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 128,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with match

Paid time off

Annual bonus

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Polar Semiconductor in Bloomington, MN is seeking an experienced maintenance/engineering technician to support complex equipment and process systems. You will troubleshoot, repair, and maintain high‑end manufacturing equipment, coordinate with process engineers, and document all activities in our Equipment Management System.

The role requires knowledge of electronics, control systems, SPC, and the ability to work with minimal supervision.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of electronics and control systems, mechanics/robotics, hydraulics, pneumatics and vacuum systems.
• Skill in diagnosing equipment issues
• Understanding of SPC principles.
• PC skills and familiarity with MS Office Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to properly use common hand tools.
• Ability to properly use personal protective equipment.
• Demonstrated time management and prioritization skills.
• Ability in multi-tasking complex projects.
• Ability to follow procedures and work with minimal supervision.
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical related fields.

Responsibilities

• Develop high level troubleshooting skills and proliferate across maintenance department
• Work with OEM’s/vendors for equipment support
• Ensure proper stocking/pricing of crib parts
• Provide content for, and submit updates for controlled documentation (PM procedures, check-sheets, work instructions, etc.)
• Disassemble, repair, and reassemble equipment according to operating manuals, schematics, blueprints, etc.
• Safely perform work in a hazardous environment utilizing proper Personal Protective Equipment (including SCBA or respirator).
• Interface between process engineering and maintenance technicians
• Engage in systematic troubleshooting to identify root-cause of failures.
• Minimize tool down-time and variability to increase equipment availability.
• Document all maintenance activities in Equipment Management System.
• Drive CQI and cost reduction projects
• Monitor, analyze, and address SPC issues.
• Communicate issues effectively to the all team members.
• Partner with Production team members and area engineers to support equipment

Skills

Electronics & controls

Diagnostics

SPC

MS Office

Tools & PPE

Time management

Multi-tasking

Procedures compliance

Communication

Education

Bachelors of Science degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical related fields

Tools

AMAT Mira (Desica)

Disco backlap

Job description

Polar Semiconductor in Bloomington, MN is seeking an experienced maintenance/engineering technician to support complex equipment and process systems. You will troubleshoot, repair, and maintain high‑end manufacturing equipment, coordinate with process engineers, and document all activities in our Equipment Management System.

The role requires knowledge of electronics, control systems, SPC, and the ability to work with minimal supervision.