Manufacturing Equipment Engineer – Semiconductor Operations

Keysight Technologies

Santa Rosa (CA)

On-site

USD 100,850 - 168,080

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision

401(k) Plan

Flexible Time Off

Job summary

Keysight Technologies is looking for a technical expert to manage manufacturing equipment in Santa Rosa, CA. You will troubleshoot complex issues, drive equipment acquisition, and improve maintenance processes. The role offers significant ownership and impact on factory performance, emphasizing problem-solving and collaboration.

Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree and have 3–5 years of experience in a high-tech manufacturing environment. The position provides competitive compensation, with a salary range between $100,850 and $168,080 per year.

Qualifications

3–5+ years of experience in a high-tech, manufacturing environment.
Experience with capital equipment installation and vendor coordination.
Hands-on experience in troubleshooting complex systems.

Responsibilities

Own and manage a suite of semiconductor manufacturing equipment.
Troubleshoot and resolve equipment issues effectively.
Develop and improve maintenance and repair procedures.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Troubleshooting electro-mechanical systems

Ability to read schematics

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related field

Tools

CAD tools (e.g., SolidWorks, Siemens NX)

Job description

Overview

Keysight is at the forefront of technology innovation, delivering breakthroughs and trusted insights in electronic design, simulation, prototyping, test, manufacturing, and optimization. Our ~16,800 employees create world‑class solutions in communications, 5G, automotive, energy, quantum, aerospace, defense, and semiconductor markets for customers in over 100 countries.

Our award‑winning culture embraces a bold vision of where technology can take us and a passion for tackling challenging problems with industry‑first solutions. We believe that when people feel a sense of belonging, they can be more creative, innovative, and thrive at all points in their careers.

Responsibilities

Own and become the technical expert for a suite of manufacturing equipment in our semiconductor manufacturing space (Dry etch, deposition, Lithography or Thin Film area)
Troubleshoot and resolve complex equipment issues, leading repair escalations to root cause and long‑term solutions
Drive the capital equipment acquisition process from requirements through installation and acceptance
Develop and continuously improve preventive maintenance and repair procedures
Lead hardware upgrades and reliability improvements to increase tool uptime and capability
Coordinate vendor support for preventive and corrective maintenance activities
Respond to equipment downtime events and restore tools to production safely and efficiently
Partner closely with process engineers and operators to support both volume production and R&D development

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a closely related field
3–5+ years of experience in a high‑tech, complex manufacturing or similar technical environment
Strong problem‑solving skills and ability to manage multiple priorities independently
Hands‑on experience troubleshooting complex electro‑mechanical systems
Ability to read and interpret mechanical and electrical schematics
Experience with capital equipment installation, qualification, or vendor coordination
Strong communication skills and ability to work cross‑functionally
Motivation to grow in a hands‑on engineering role and learn new technical skills

Preferred Qualifications

Experience working with semiconductor or other advanced manufacturing equipment
Background in chemical or high‑hazard manufacturing environments
Familiarity with controls systems (e.g., PLCs, sensors, motion systems)
Experience with automation, data analysis, or manufacturing systems (MES)
Knowledge of statistical process control (SPC) or structured problem‑solving (e.g., RCA, 5 Whys)
Proficiency with CAD tools (e.g., SolidWorks, Siemens NX)

What Makes This Role a Great Fit

Opportunity to develop deep expertise in advanced semiconductor manufacturing equipment
High level of ownership and impact on factory uptime and performance
Hands‑on environment with a strong focus on problem solving and continuous improvement
Collaborative team working across engineering, operations, and suppliers

Candidates must be local or willing to relocate to Santa Rosa, CA.

This position requires access to certain goods, software, technology, or technical data subject to U.S. export control laws and regulations. Under these laws and regulations, U.S. persons (which includes U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, lawful permanent residents, refugees, and asylees) working for Keysight can access export‑controlled items without authorization from the U.S. government. For any individual who is not a U.S. person, Keysight may need authorization from the U.S. Department of State, U.S. Department of Commerce, or other appropriate federal agency before the individual can access export‑controlled items. Employment in this position for non‑U.S. persons is contingent on Keysight’s ability to obtain any required government authorizations.

Keysight Technologies Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other protected categories under all applicable laws.

The level of role and salary will be based on applicable experience, education and skills; most offers will be between the minimum and the midpoint of the Salary Range listed below.

Pay Range: USD $100,850.00 – USD $168,080.00 Year

Note: For other locations, pay ranges will vary by region.

This role is eligible for Keysight Results Bonus Program.

US Employees May Be Eligible For The Following Benefits