Innovation Equipment Engineer

Samsung Electronics Perú; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 76,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) Matching

Onsite Facilities

Paid Leave

PTO & Holidays

Wellness Incentives

MBO Bonuses

Job summary

Samsung Austin Semiconductor seeks an experienced professional to manage equipment performance and factory metrics. You will collaborate with Fab Engineering to analyze data, develop solutions, and drive cross‑functional implementations.

The role emphasizes strong communication and leadership across internal teams and external vendors, with a focus on continuous improvement and data‑driven decision making.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering field is preferred.
• Minimum 5+ years in semiconductor industry experience.
• Strong understanding of operations theory and equipment maintenance is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage fab‑wide equipment engineering improvement projects across cross‑functional teams.
• Lead Lean activities including Value Stream Mapping and process mapping.
• Analyze equipment gap‑to‑goal and drive initiatives to meet performance metrics.
• Prepare staff/executive level presentations and status reports for continuous improvement.

Skills

Semiconductor equipment operations

Data analysis

Lean/Six Sigma

Python

SQL

HTML

Cross‑functional communication

Education

B.S. in Mechanical, Chemical, or Electrical Engineering

Engineering degree options accepted

Tools

TIBCO Spotfire

JMP

Python scripting

Job description

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

As a member of the Innovation Equipment team, this person will be responsible for managing equipment performance and factory metrics in collaboration with Fab Engineering teams. The position will require strong knowledge of semiconductor equipment operation and maintenance, in order to analyze equipment data, develop solutions, and ensure actions are implemented. Additionally, this role will need to exhibit strong communication skills in order to lead cross‑functional teams internally to Samsung and externally with equipment vendors and OEMs.

Role and Responsibilities

• Manage fab wide equipment engineering improvement projects across cross‑functional teams and business units.
• Lead Lean activities to include Value Stream Mapping (VSM), process mapping, and AIW.
• Work with fab engineering teams to analyze equipment gap‑to‑goal and drive initiatives to meet performance metrics.
• Staff/Executive level presentations, proposals and status reports to drive continuous improvement process.
• Possess expert understanding of semiconductor equipment and should be capable of shifting focus of individual goals when priorities change.
• Work with multiple engineering teams to reduce inefficiencies using data analysis and lean methodology.
• Work with equipment analytics and solutions team to interpret data to develop and implement novel solutions for cross functional teams.

Skills and Qualifications

• B.S. in mechanical, chemical or electrical engineering preferred.
• Other engineering/manufacturing degrees accepted.
• Minimum of 5+ years experience in Semiconductor industry required.
• Knowledge in theory of operations and equipment maintenance preferred.
• 3+ years of experience in a Project or Program Manager position with a background in Lean and/or Six Sigma.
• Green/Black Belt Lean Certification preferred.
• Customer Focus: Dedicated to finding and bringing Value in their analysis to our internal and external customers.
• Teamwork: Fosters cooperation and commitment within a team to achieve goals and deliverables. Participates and encourages transparent information sharing amongst team members.
• Breakthrough Thinking: Develops fresh ideas that provide solutions to all types of workplace challenges.
• Data analysis and visualization skills in TIBCO Spotfire, JMP, or similar software.
• Programming experience in Python, SQL, HTML is a plus Full Stack development and cloud computing experience is a plus.

The current base salary range for this role is between $76,000 - $145,000.

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

• 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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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.

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