Equipment Maintenance Tech, Thin Films

Qorvo, Inc.; Richardson (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Qorvo, Inc. in Richardson, TX is seeking an Equipment Maintenance Tech for semiconductor fab equipment. The role supports ion mill, ion implant, and metal evaporation systems, requiring strong analytical skills and teamwork. Entry to senior levels are considered.

The position emphasizes preventive and corrective maintenance, data-driven improvements, and collaboration with engineers to drive tool reliability and performance. Nights or days and a compressed schedule may be required.

Qualifications

• Requires 2-year associate technical degree in electrical, mechanical, or chemical engineering or equivalent military electronics training.
• 5+ years of experience preferred.
• Strong mechanical and electronic skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to interpret electrical schematics and mechanical drawings.
• Demonstrated problem-solving, project management, and SPC knowledge in manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on fab equipment.
• Improve system performance to meet process requirements and reduce tool downtime.
• Monitor and analyze tool data; recommend maintenance procedure improvements.
• Collaborate with engineers to design and execute equipment improvement projects.
• Communicate machine status verbally in daily pass-down meetings.
• Provide clear written communications to engineers and technicians on other shifts.

Skills

Strong mechanical and electronic

Excellent oral and written skills

Education

2-year associate technical degree or military electronics training

Tools

Veeco Ion Mill

Axcelis 8250 Implant

Heatpulse 8800

Temescal Evaporators

Evatec Evaporators

Scia Ion Trim/Mill

Job description

Equipment Maintenance Tech, Thin Films

Experience Level: Support

Job Type: Regular

Location: Richardson, TX, US, 75080

Requisition ID: 10779

Qorvo (Nasdaq: QRVO) supplies innovative semiconductor solutions that make a better world possible. We combine product and technology leadership, systems-level expertise and global manufacturing scale to quickly solve our customers' most complex technical challenges. Qorvo serves multiple high-growth segments of large global markets, including consumer electronics, smart home/IoT, automotive, EVs, battery-powered appliances, network infrastructure, healthcare and aerospace/defense. Visit www.qorvo.com to learn how our innovative team is helping connect, protect and power our planet.

SUMMARY

Equipment Maintenance Technicians are responsible for the preventive and corrective maintenance of semiconductor manufacturing equipment. The candidate must demonstrate strong analytical and problem-solving skills and work well in a team environment. We are hiring an entry to senior-level technician to support ion mill, ion implant, and metal evaporation equipment.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Able to perform preventive and corrective maintenance on fab equipment
• Able to improve system performance to achieve process requirements and eliminate repetitive tool breakdowns
• Monitor and analyze all related tool data, make recommendations and improvements to maintenance procedures
• Work with engineers to design and execute equipment improvements projects
• Able to clearly communicate machine status verbally in daily pass-down meetings
• Able to provide a clear written communication to engineers and technicians on other shifts

QUALIFICATIONS

• Two years associate technical degree in electrical, mechanical or chemical engineering or military electronics training equivalent
• 5+ years of experience preferred
• Strong mechanical and electronic skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Able to interpret electrical schematics, and mechanical drawings
• Demonstrated problem-solving ability, project management skills, and knowledge of SPC in a manufacturing environment
• Candidates must be able to stand/walk up to 12 hours per shift and lift up to 50 lbs as well as be able to wear a respirator and other personal protective equipment (PPE) for possible work handling hazardous materials
• Additional requirements include Basic computer skills, MS Office, strong interpersonal and communications skills, ability to work with minimum supervision in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, strong work ethic with verifiable references.
• Must be willing to work nights or days on a compressed workweek schedule
• Prior experience on the following toolsets are preferred, but not required: Veeco Ion Mill, Axcelis 8250 Implant, Heatpulse 8800, Temescal Evaporators, Evatec Evaporators, and Scia Ion Trim and MIll equipment.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship by the Company.

MAKE A DIFFERENCE AT QORVO

We are Qorvo. We do more than create innovative RF and Power solutions for the mobile, defense and infrastructure markets – we are a place to innovate and shape the future of wireless communications. It starts with our employees. As a unified global team, we bring a commitment to excellence, growth and a passion for creating what's next. Explore the possibilities with us.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcome all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to any characteristics protected by applicable law, including race, color, religion, sex (as defined by law), national origin, age, military or veteran status, genetic information, or disability.