Etch Equipment Maintenance Technician

NXP Semiconductors; Austin, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

NXP Semiconductors in Austin, TX is seeking an Etch Equipment Maintenance Technician to troubleshoot and repair hardware and process failures across AMAT, Ulvac, Gasonics, Fusion Gemini & LAM dry etch tools. You will perform preventive maintenance and document activities to improve efficiency.

Requires an Associate’s Degree (or higher) in engineering or science and 5+ years in semiconductor manufacturing. Reading schematics, lifting up to 50 pounds, and strong analytical and communication skills

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree (or higher) in engineering or science.
• Minimum of 5 years semiconductor manufacturing experience.
• Experience with advanced electronics, equipment troubleshooting, installation, repair and operation of semiconductor manufacturing equipment.
• Must be able to read schematics and complex drawings/diagrams.
• Must be physically capable of standing for long periods and lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Analytical problem solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair all hardware and process failures for etch tools.
• Perform preventive maintenance following standardized work documents.
• Document maintenance activities and assist in improving standardized work documents.
• Maintain spare parts inventory and support downtime coordination.
• Interact with multiple disciplines in 7x24 manufacturing facility.
• Coordinate with Equipment Engineers on upgrades and long down troubleshooting.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Data analysis

Teamwork

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

Associate’s Degree or higher in engineering or science

Tools

FabGuard Fault Detection

SPC charts

Job description

## Etch Equipment Maintenance TechnicianApply: Austin (Ed Bluestein, Manufacturing): Full time: Posted Today: R-10059953**Job Summary:*** Troubleshoot and repair all hardware and process failures for the following tool set: AMAT (DPSII, DPS, MxP, MxP+, IPS, Super E & 5200’s), Ulvac, Gasonics, Fusion Gemini & LAM (4400 & Coronus) Dry Etch tools.* Perform preventive maintenance activities following standardized work documents* Use SPC charts and FabGuard Fault Detection (FDC) software to evaluate tool performance* Document maintenance activities and assist in improving standardized work documents for scheduled and unscheduled maintenance tasks* Maintain spare parts inventory and various other activities related to the success of the area* Self-motivated; able to take initiative with minimal supervision* Ability to interact with multiple disciplines in a 7x24 manufacturing facility* Strong data analysis, troubleshooting, teamwork, and communication skills* Aptitude and desire to learn new skills* Ability to thrive in a multi-cultural environment**Key Challenges:*** Troubleshoot complex hardware and process issues across a variety of process chambers* Use SPC and FabGuard Fault Detection and Classification data to troubleshoot complex equipment and process issues* Ability to deal with multiple equipment downs and shifting priorities**Cross functional aspects:*** Assist Equipment Engineers with equipment upgrades, improvements and long down troubleshooting* Work with process technicians on wafer recoveries and post maintenance qualification tasks* Coordinate equipment down time with Manufacturing Leads**Job Qualifications:*** Associate’s Degree (or higher) in an engineering or science discipline* Minimum of 5 years semiconductor manufacturing experience* Minimum of 7 years of NXP (or affiliate) experience may qualify in lieu of degree* Experience with advanced electronics, equipment troubleshooting, installation, repair and operation of Semiconductor manufacturing equipment.* Must be able to read schematics and complex drawings/diagrams* Must be physically capable of standing for long periods of time as well as lifting and carrying objects up to 50 pounds* Ability to work well in a diverse team environment and multitask with minimal supervision while adjusting to changing priorities* Analytical problem solving and testing skills