Equipment Maintenance Technician

Iqe Plc; Greensboro (NC); On-site; USD 24,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Long Term Incentive Plans (LTIPs)

Professional Development and career路径

Comprehensive health insurance

Life and Disability Insurance

Long service awards

Job summary

IQE in Greensboro, NC is seeking an Equipment Maintenance Technician to perform preventive maintenance and repair on Molecular Beam Epitaxy (MBE) systems and related components, including wafer characterization equipment. The role works with a Senior Technician to gain certification and ensures proper spare parts and tool inventories are maintained.

You will contribute to testing work instructions and procedures, participate in the IQE NC Emergency Response Team, and take on additional duties as

Qualifications

• Associate degree in engineering or related technical discipline.
• Electrical and or Mechanical maintenance experience is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Performs basic troubleshooting and repair of MBE systems.
• Learns and perform basic scheduled preventative maintenance on characterization equipment.
• Maintains a general knowledge of all activities undertaken during the preventive maintenance and repair processes.
• Works directly with a Senior Technician to become trained and certified on equipment and procedures.
• Responsible for the upkeep and administration of spare parts and tools inventories relating to MBE equipment maintenance.
• Responsible for testing work instructions, checklists, and procedures related to MBE systems and related components.
• Participates in IQE NC Emergency Response Team
• Performs other duties and functions as required.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Mechanical maintenance

Education

Associate degree in engineering or related technical discipline

Job description

# Equipment Maintenance Technician## Job Introduction**Who We Are**IQE is a leading global supplier of compound semiconductor wafers and advanced materials. As one of the only compound semiconductor epitaxy foundries with worldwide presence and scalable manufacturing, IQE drives technology growth. Our vision is to be the top provider of advanced semiconductor materials by delivering exceptional quality, service, and innovation, making us the first choice for customers. Our strength comes from our diverse, expert workforce and a culture built on integrity, accountability, excellence, teamwork, and valuing people.At IQE, we are committed to reaching Net Zero and creating a sustainable future. We actively strive to reduce our carbon footprint, invest in green initiatives, and embed sustainability into everything we do. Join us in driving meaningful change and making a lasting impact on the environment.**About the Role**The Equipment Maintenance Technician performs all preventive maintenance and repair activities on Molecular Beam Epitaxy (MBE) systems and related components. Also, the technician performs preventive maintenance and repair activities on wafer characterization equipment and reports findings to the Equipment Manager.**Key Responsibilities:*** Performs basic troubleshooting and repair of MBE systems* Learns and perform basic scheduled preventative maintenance on characterization equipment.* Maintains a general knowledge of all activities undertaken during the preventive maintenance and repair processes.* Works directly with a Senior Technician to become trained and certified on equipment and procedures.* Responsible for the upkeep and administration of spare parts and tools inventories relating to MBE equipment maintenance.* Responsible for testing work instructions, checklists, and procedures related to MBE systems and related components.* Participates in IQE NC Emergency Response Team* Performs other duties and functions as required.**About you*** Associate degree in engineering or related technical discipline* Electrical and or Mechanical maintenance experience is desirable**Why should you join** **us? All** **our employees benefit from:*** Long Term Incentive Plans (LTIPs)* Professional Development and career pathways* Market competitive base salaries reviewed bi-annually* Comprehensive health insurance offering medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage.* Company paid Life and Disability Insurance.* Long service awards 5, 10, 15, 20, 25 and 30 years* Values-based recognition awards* Employee Assistance Program (Free family, legal, financial and counselling support 24/7 Access)* 401k Plan with company match of up to 50% on the first 6% of the employees’ contributions IQE is an equal opportunities employer that values diversity at all levels. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. Want to learn more? Contact our in-house Talent Acquisition team at [e-mail]+− OpenStreetMap contributors### Equipment Maintenance Technician* **Salary** $24.00 - $26.00* **Frequency** Annual* **Job Reference** iqe/TP/997/59* **Contract Type** Full Time* **Closing Date** 30 November, 2026* **Job Category** Manufacturing* **Business Unit** USA* **Location** Greensboro, North Carolina, United States, United States* **Posted on** 13 April, 2026Apply