Experienced Implant Equipment Engineer

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) matching

Onsite facilities

Job summary

Samsung Austin Semiconductor is seeking an Equipment Engineer in the Implant Department to support ion implantation equipment and process capabilities. You will help maintain state-of-the-art production tools while driving improvements in quality, efficiency, defect reduction, and cost of ownership.

Responsibilities include 6S, safety emphasis, tool maintenance, recovery planning, data analysis, and collaboration across departments to optimize device performance and process reliability in a 24/7

Qualifications

• BS degree in Electrical, Chemical, or Mechanical Engineering or related field of study.
• 5+ years semiconductor experience with ion implantation preferred.
• Experience with 300mm implant highly desired.
• Familiarity with implanters and process equipment.

Responsibilities

• Practice 6S in the office and fab.
• Prioritize safety as the top priority.
• Identify opportunities to reduce safety risks in procedures and daily operations.
• Assist technicians with daily workload and sustaining activities.
• Participate in tool maintenance and recovery planning.
• Support shift supervisors and align work with real-time needs.
• Document daily tool activities and share learnings via communication systems.
• Follow and improve SOPs and recovery plans.
• Collaborate with vendors and other departments on projects.
• Develop and spread Best Known Methods for cost and downtime reductions.
• Analyze data to identify mechanical, electrical, pneumatic issues.
• Willingness to work 24/7 high-volume manufacturing.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Mechanical aptitude

Networking

Data analysis

Lean principles

Communication

Engineering specs literacy

Cleanroom experience

Lifting up to 50lbs

Education

BS in Electrical, Chemical, or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AMAT VIISta HCP

AMAT VIISta Trident

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Data analysis tools

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 an Equipment Engineer in the Implant Department that will support equipment and process capabilities of ion implantation. In this job, you will be a part of a team that focuses on maintaining basic condition on state-of-the‑art Semiconductor Production Equipment 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.
• Manage and collaborate with vendor support.
• 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 data to identify mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic issues.
• Willingness to work in a 24/7 dynamic high-volume manufacturing environment.

Skills and Qualifications

• BS degree in Electrical, Chemical, or Mechanical Engineering or related field of study.
• 5+ years of semi-conductor experience highly desired with knowledge of Ion Implantation processes and equipment preferred.
• 300mm Implant Experience highly desired.
• Familiarity with AMAT VIISta HCP and VIISta Trident toolsets preferred.
• Will consider familiarity with other types of implanters.
• 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.

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.

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