Hands-on MEMS & Semiconductor Equipment Technician

Draper; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 80,231,424 - 136,657,920; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work-life balance programs

Employee clubs

Discounts to local museums

Off-site social events

Workplace flexibility

Job summary

Draper, an independent nonprofit R&D company, seeks an Equipment Specialist to maintain high‑precision semiconductor tools in a Cambridge environment. The role focuses on hands‑on maintenance, preventive upkeep, and ensuring reliability and performance of critical systems.

Qualifications include an Associate’s degree (Bachelor’s preferred) and 0–3 years in MEMS/semiconductor equipment, with strong troubleshooting and control‑system skills. Security clearance may be required.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in engineering, chemistry, materials science, physics or other relevant field required, Bachelor's degree preferred.
• 0-3 years experience in MEMS, semiconductor, photonics or advanced fabrication equipment systems including vacuum systems, high‑voltage systems, chemical handling and high‑temperature systems is required.
• Proficiency in software and control systems for equipment toolsets.

Responsibilities

• Follows appropriate processes and protocols in the cleanroom environment.
• Performs routine preventative maintenance on equipment.
• Maintains appropriate records and tracking of tool status, maintenance and issues.
• Co‑ordinates with environmental, health and safety to ensure safe operation of toolset.
• Co‑ordinates with process engineers to troubleshoot tool and process issues.
• Co‑ordinates, schedule and escort vendors on‑site as necessary.
• Co‑ordinates with in‑house facilities and security as necessary.
• Assists in the installation of new equipment and decommission of outgoing equipment.
• Responds to emergency situations as they may occur.
• Performs other duties as assigned

Skills

Troubleshooting

Control systems

Teamwork

Communication skills

Education

Associate’s degree

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

Draper, an independent nonprofit R&D company, seeks an Equipment Specialist to maintain high‑precision semiconductor tools in a Cambridge environment. The role focuses on hands‑on maintenance, preventive upkeep, and ensuring reliability and performance of critical systems.

Qualifications include an Associate’s degree (Bachelor’s preferred) and 0–3 years in MEMS/semiconductor equipment, with strong troubleshooting and control‑system skills. Security clearance may be required.