Experienced Diffusion/Implant RTP and DPN Equipment Engineer

Samsung Electronics Perú; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) matching with immediate vesting

Onsite café and wellness facilities

Paid maternity and paternity leave

Paid time off (PTO) + holidays

Job summary

Samsung Austin Semiconductor is seeking a Diffusion/Implant Chamber Equipment Engineer to support RTP and DPN chambers on AMAT Vantage and Centura platforms. You will maintain, optimize, and improve processing quality, efficiency, and cost of ownership in a 24/7 high-volume fab.

BS in Electrical, Chemical, or Mechanical Engineering and 5+ years of semiconductor experience with anneal chambers are highly desired; experience with 300mm diffusion/implant anneal and AMAT systems is preferred.

Qualifications

• BS degree in Electrical, Chemical, or Mechanical Engineering.
• 5+ years semiconductor experience with anneal chambers preferred.
• 300mm Diffusion/Implant Anneal experience preferred.
• Familiarity with AMAT Centura and Vantage platforms and RF systems preferred.
• Experience with 300mm RTP and DPN equipment management preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and optimize RTP and DPN chambers on AMAT platforms.
• Develop recovery plans for abnormal tool conditions and outages.
• Assist technicians and coordinate tool work schedules.
• Document daily tool activities and share learnings across the organization.
• Follow SOPs, recovery plans, and maintenance documents to improve efficiency.
• Collaborate with vendors and other departments on process improvements.
• Apply TPM and LEAN concepts to prevent issues long-term.

Skills

Analytical skills

Mechanical aptitude

Problem solving

Microsoft Excel

Verbal and written communication

Education

BS degree in Electrical, Chemical, or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AMAT Centura

AMAT Vantage

RF Systems

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

This position is for a Diffusion/Implant Chamber Equipment Engineer that will support RTP and DPN chambers on AMAT Vantage and Centura Platforms. In this job, you will be a part of a team that focuses on maintaining basic condition and stable processing of state of the art anneal chambers while driving improvements related to quality, efficiency, defect reduction, and cost of ownership. We prioritize safety, learning, and having fun while maintaining world class operations 24/7.

Role and Responsibilities

Here’s What You’ll Be Responsible For:

• Practice 6S in the office and fab.
• Hold safety as the number 1 priority.
• Look for opportunities to reduce safety risks in all procedures and daily operations.
• Have flexibility in daily work schedule.
• Assist all technicians with daily workload and sustaining activities in the fab when necessary.
• This includes direct participation in tool maintenance as needed.
• Develop and schedule recovery plans for known abnormalities and long tool downs.
• Assist the Shift Supervisors in prioritizing work activity to align with real time business needs.
• Document daily tool activities and ensure learning is captured and spread across the entire organization via our communication systems.
• Follow, improve, and develop work documents such as standard operating procedures (SOPs), recovery plans, task plans, part lists, troubleshooting guides, business process flows, etc. to drive operational efficiency improvements.
• Maintain all required trainings, certifications, and medical monitoring up to date.
• Manage and collaborate with vendor support.
• Align goals, develop a relationship of trust and reliability, coordinate tool work schedules, and develop system improvements.
• Develop project ideas and own spread of shared Best Known Methods for cost reduction, particle reduction, tool down time reduction, part lifetime extension, and efficiency improvements.
• Interact and collaborate with other departments on a range of projects, from improving device performance, finding solutions to process abnormalities, and performing risk mitigation of excursions.
• Utilize Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) concepts and LEAN tools to implement systematic solutions for long-term prevention of issues.
• Manage process qualifications for new devices and tool installs using our in-house control systems.
• Manage and standardize tool sensors across all tools in similar toolsets.
• Analyze alarms/interlocks data to identify mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic issues relating to degrading parts / vacuum leaks / power supplies / pneumatic interfaces, etc.
• Support manufacturing throughput goals as needed by controlling run-paths through manual preventing and releasing of tool recipes to optimize tool efficiency while taking into account inventory management, tuning issues, parts issues, etc.
• Willingness to work in a 24/7 dynamic high-volume manufacturing environment.

Skills and Qualifications

Here’s what you'll need:

• BS degree in Electrical, Chemical, or Mechanical Engineering or related field of study.
• 5+ years of semi-conductor experience highly desired with knowledge of Anneal chambers preferred.
• 300mm Diffusion/Implant Anneal Experience highly desired.
• Familiarity with AMAT Centura and Vantage platforms and RF Systems preferred.
• Experience with 300mm RTP and DPN equipment management highly desired.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong mechanical aptitude highly desired.
• Ability to network and find impactful solutions to complex problems.
• Ability to use many different systems to analyze data and then utilize that analysis to drive engineering decisions.
• Understanding of Lean Principles.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint and Word.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering specifications, maintenance manuals, and have familiarity with a variety of precision measuring instruments.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to lift items up to 50lbs.
• Ability to work a high-volume manufacturing cleanroom environment in full cleanroom protective clothing for long periods of time.

Total Rewards

The current base salary range for this role is between $95,000 - $120,000. 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. 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.

U.S. Export Control

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

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

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