Etch Equipment Engineer

Samsung Electronics America; Taylor (TX); On-site; USD 76,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance & 401(k) matching

Onsite café and workout facilities

Paid maternity and paternity leave

PTO + holidays

Job summary

Samsung Austin Semiconductor is seeking an equipment engineer to join a team focused on establishing and maintaining world-class process/equipment and improving yield as a competitive advantage. The role involves identifying complex problems and implementing long-term solutions in a fast-paced semiconductor factory.

The candidate should have a BS in engineering and at least two years of industry experience, with familiarity in 300mm dry etch processes and various Etch equipment.

Qualifications

• BS degree in Electrical, Industrial, or Mechanical Engineering or related field plus a minimum of 2 years of industry experience.
• Familiar with 300mm Dry Etch; Etch equipment knowledge highly desired.

Responsibilities

• Support troubleshooting and maintenance with root cause analysis and 5S.
• Run experiments and analyze data to improve capacity and defect performance.
• Perform trend monitoring and implement corrective actions with Tool Owners.

Skills

Root cause analysis

5S mindset

LEAN concepts

TPM concepts

Education

BS in Electrical/Industrial/Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Etch Equipment (Lam/TEL/AMAT/Hitachi)

Job description

About Samsung Austin Semiconductor

Samsung is a world leader in advanced semiconductor technology, founded on the belief that the pursuit of excellence creates a better world. At Samsung Austin Semiconductor, we are Innovating Today to Power the Devices of Tomorrow. Come innovate with us!

Position Summary

Samsung Austin Semiconductor is seeking an equipment engineer interested in working alongside a talented team of professionals with a key focus on establishing and maintaining world class process/equipment and implementing yield enhancement as a competitive advantage along with ability to identify complex problems and implementing solutions.

Role and Responsibilities

• Working in the factory with the Equipment/Process Technicians and other Engineers to support troubleshooting and maintenance activities with a mindset towards root cause analysis, standardization, and 5S Understanding and being able to sustain the factory by performing tool qualifications, lot dispositions, and interlock/alarm reduction activities
• Running experiments and analyze data to improve capacity, tool to tool variation, and defect performance
• Performing assigned trend monitoring activities regularly and work with Tool Owners to implement corrective actions
• Utilizing TPM concepts and LEAN tools to implement systematic solutions for long-term prevention of issues
• Attending passdown meetings to communicate factory state with respect to the Team’s Equipment.

Skills and Qualifications

• BS degree in Electrical, Industrial, or Mechanical Engineering or related field of study plus a minimum of 2 years of industry experience.
• 300mm Dry Etch experience highly desired.
• Familiarity with Etch Equipment is highly desired. (Lam, TEL, AMAT, Hitachi, SEMES, Mattson, PSK, etc.)
• Familiar with TPM concepts
• Prior experience with Etch process within a semiconductor organization is a plus.

The current base salary range for this role is between $76,000 - $174,500. Individual base pay rates will depend on factors including duties, work location, education, skills, qualifications and experience. Total compensation for this position will include a competitive benefits package and may include participation in company incentive compensation programs, which are based on factors to include organizational and individual performance.

Day Shifts Include:

• A Shift – Sunday through Tuesday (6:45am – 7:15pm) with alternating Wednesdays
• C Shift – Thursday through Saturday (6:45am – 7:15pm) with alternating Wednesdays

Night Shifts Include:

• B Shift – Sunday through Tuesday (6:45pm – 7:15am) with alternating Saturdays
• D Shift – Wednesday through Friday (6:45pm – 7:15am) with alternating Saturdays

Total Rewards

At Samsung Austin Semiconductor, base pay is just one part of our total compensation package. The base compensation for this role will depend on education, experience, skills, and location. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance and 401(k) matching with immediate vesting
• Onsite café(s) and workout facilities
• Paid maternity and paternity leave
• Paid time off (PTO) + 2 personal holidays and 10 regular holidays
• Wellness incentives and MORE
• Eligible full-time employees (salaried or hourly) may also receive MBO bonuses based on company, division, and individual performance.

All positions at Samsung Austin Semiconductor are full-time on-site.

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