Etch Equipment Technician - Nights

Samsung Semiconductor; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 25,623 - 83,207; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) matching

Paid maternity and paternity leave

Wellness incentives

Job summary

Samsung Semiconductor in Austin, Texas, is seeking an Equipment Technician responsible for maintaining manufacturing systems, troubleshooting issues, and collaborating with teams. This full-time, on-site position involves performing preventative maintenance, conducting failure analysis, and working effectively with engineers.

Qualified candidates will have technical certifications or experience in semiconductor technology, familiarity with SPC methods, and strong communication skills. Competitive wages range from $18.60 to $60.40 per hour, complemented by comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Any 2-year technical certification or semiconductor technician experience.
• Familiar with SPC methods and MS Office.
• Ability to work off-hours and adapt to changes.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance on equipment and systems.
• Conduct troubleshooting and failure analysis.
• Collaborate effectively within a dynamic team.

Skills

Technical certification (2 years)

Experience with semiconductor equipment

SPC methods familiarity

MS Office proficiency

Electro-mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Education

2-year technical certification or equivalent experience

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.

Position Summary

As a Samsung Austin Semiconductor Equipment Technician you'll be responsible for performing functions associated with all manufacturing and/or system operations, such as working with engineers and manufacturing in set‑up and calibration tasks, system support, preventative maintenance, failure analysis, documenting/following standard operating procedures, and performing rework and quality testing related to the process and production of memory chips and logic. You will use sophisticated programs to collect and evaluate operating data to conduct in‑line adjustments to products, instruments, equipment, or processes, and may assist in developing methods and procedures to control or modify the manufacturing process. Requires compliance with all health, safety and environmental management system guidelines.

Role and Responsibilities

• Preventative Maintenance (PM)/Change Point Management (CPM)/System Maintenance: follows standard operating procedures to ensure equipment, processes, and systems are running effectively.
• Troubleshooting: conducts failure analysis and follows scripts to troubleshoot and anticipate future failures.Monitor Equipment/Process: monitors equipment and processes in current state and proactively looks for ways to improve them.
• Works collaboratively on a dynamic team.

Skills and Qualifications

• Any 2‑year technical certification (TTI, ITT, trade cert, HVAC, etc.) or 3+ ASE certs, or 4 years semiconductor technician experience (or equivalent), or 4 years equivalent technical military service.
• Familiarity with SPC methods and implementation.
• Experience with MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to quickly learn new systems and adapt to procedure changes.
• Strong communication, teamwork, analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Familiar with TPM concepts.
• Attention to detail and task orientation, placing high value on customer service, teamwork, and flexibility.
• Ability to strictly adhere to SOPs.
• Ability to work off‑hours if necessary.
• Electro‑mechanical aptitude, basic understanding of hand tools, pneumatics, and electricity.

Night Shifts Include

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

Total Rewards

The current base salary range for this role is between $18.60/hour and $60.40/hour. 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.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life insurance and 401(k) matching with immediate vesting.
• On‑site café(s) and workout facilities.
• Paid maternity and paternity leave.
• Paid time off (PTO) + 2 personal holidays and 10 regular holidays.
• Wellness incentives.
• 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.

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 belonging to a current or former employer or other entity.

EEO Statement

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.