Equipment Engineer: High-Volume Fab Tooling & Optimization

NXP Semiconductors; Chandler (AZ); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

NXP Semiconductors in Chandler, AZ is seeking an Equipment Engineer to be responsible for processes and tool ownership in a high-volume manufacturing facility. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in a technical field and experience with semiconductor tools.

The role requires strong problem-solving skills, effective collaboration with teams, and the ability to generate and analyze performance data. Candidates must be able to maintain an Export Control Clearance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in a technical discipline is required, preferably mechanical or industrial engineering or similar.
• Experience in Photo, Metrology or Plating tools is preferred.
• Manufacturing experience (semiconductor preferred) in process or equipment engineering over a variety of toolsets.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for multiple processes and tool ownership in a high-volume manufacturing facility.
• Identify and reduce sources of variation, implementing zero defect processes.
• Lead troubleshooting efforts, manage critical part inventory.
• Forming/executing plans for continuous improvements.

Skills

Equipment Knowledge and Understanding

Safety & Compliance

Problem‐Solving Systems

Root Cause Analysis

Equipment Fundamentals

Written/Verbal Communication Skills

Influencing up/down & Stakeholder Alignment

Collaboration & Teamwork

Adaptability & Learning Mindset

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher in a technical discipline (preferably mechanical or industrial engineering)

Job description

NXP Semiconductors in Chandler, AZ is seeking an Equipment Engineer to be responsible for processes and tool ownership in a high-volume manufacturing facility. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in a technical field and experience with semiconductor tools.

The role requires strong problem-solving skills, effective collaboration with teams, and the ability to generate and analyze performance data. Candidates must be able to maintain an Export Control Clearance.