Etch Equipment Engineer - Days

Samsung Electronics America; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 179,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance and 401(k) matching

Onsite café(s) 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. You will identify complex problems and implement effective solutions in a fast-paced semiconductor manufacturing environment.

The role emphasizes troubleshooting, data analysis, and TPM/LEAN-driven improvements, with on-site shifts and a base salary range highlighted by the company.

Qualifications

• BS degree in Electrical, Industrial, or Mechanical Engineering or related field and 2+ years of industry experience.
• Experience with 300mm dry etch processes is highly desired.
• Familiarity with established etch equipment platforms and TPM concepts.

Responsibilities

• Support troubleshooting and maintenance with root-cause analysis and standardization.
• Run experiments and analyze data to improve capacity and defect performance.
• Monitor trends and implement corrective actions with Tool Owners.
• Apply TPM and LEAN tools to implement long-term preventive solutions.
• Attend passdown meetings to communicate factory state with the Equipment team.

Skills

Industry experience

Lean TPM

Root-cause analysis

5S knowledge

Education

B.S. in Electrical/Industrial/Mechanical Engineering or related field

Tools

Etch equipment familiarity (Lam, TEL, AMAT, Hitachi, SEMES, Mattson, PSK)

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.

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

Total Rewards

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.

The current base salary range for this role is between $70,480 - $179,090.

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.

U.S. Export Control Compliance

This role may require access to information subject to U.S. export control laws. Applicants must be authorized to access such information or eligible for government authorization.

Trade Secrets Notice

By submitting an application, you agree not to disclose to Samsung—or encourage Samsung to use—any confidential or proprietary information (including trade secrets) belonging to a current or former employer or other entity.

Samsung Electronics America, Inc. and its subsidiaries are committed to employing a diverse workforce, and provide Equal Employment Opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Samsung Electronics is a global leader in technology, opening new possibilities for people everywhere. Through relentless innovation and discovery, we are transforming the worlds of TVs, smartphones, wearable devices, tablets, digital appliances, and network systems, and the entire semiconductor industry with our memory, system LSI, foundry, and LED solutions. Samsung is also leading in the development of the Internet of Things through, among others, our Smart Home and Digital Health initiatives. Since being established in 1969, Samsung Electronics has grown into one of the world’s leading technology companies, and become recognized as one of the top global brands. Our network now extends across the world, and Samsung takes great pride in the creativity and diversity of its talented people, who drive our growth. To discover more, please visit our official newsroom at (https://news.samsung.com/global/).