Manufacturing Systems Tech IV – Semiconductors

Hine Automation LLC; Saint Petersburg (FL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Hine Automation LLC is seeking a senior technical lead to coordinate the assembly and calibration of sophisticated robotic systems and vacuum-handling tools. You will drive diagnostics, mentor Tech II/III staff, and implement Lean practices to improve throughput on the production floor.

The role requires deep expertise in helium leak detection, vacuum integrity, and high-precision metrology, with hands-on tooling like 3D modeling (SolidWorks/Composer) and precision alignment equipment.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of direct experience in semiconductor equipment manufacturing or high-precision robotics.
• Associate’s degree (A.S.) from two-year college or technical school or military training is a plus.
• Expertise in Helium Leak Detection and vacuum integrity.
• Proficiency in 3D modeling software (SolidWorks/Composer) for assembly visualization.
• Advanced skill with multi-meters, oscilloscopes, torque programs, and precision alignment tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead the assembly and calibration of high-load robotic systems and vacuum wafer-handling tools to ATPs.
• Perform expert-level root-cause analysis on electrical, pneumatic, and vacuum systems, troubleshooting to component level.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing Manager and Engineering to validate and refine SOPs and kitting; implement 5S and Lean to optimize station cycle times.
• Technical lead for Tech II and III staff; certify the team on specialized equipment like helium leak detectors and metrology tools.
• Conduct comprehensive pre-Quality audits to ensure assemblies are 100% compliant before final sign-off.
• Serve as the primary technical partner to the Manufacturing Engineer for Copy Exact compliance on the floor.

Skills

Leadership

Mentorship

Analytical skills

Communication

Travel willingness

Education

Associate’s degree (A.S.) or military training

Tools

SolidWorks

Composer

Multimeters

Oscilloscopes

Torque tools

Precision alignment tools

Helium leak detectors

Vacuum integrity tools

Job description

Hine Automation LLC is seeking a senior technical lead to coordinate the assembly and calibration of sophisticated robotic systems and vacuum-handling tools. You will drive diagnostics, mentor Tech II/III staff, and implement Lean practices to improve throughput on the production floor.

The role requires deep expertise in helium leak detection, vacuum integrity, and high-precision metrology, with hands-on tooling like 3D modeling (SolidWorks/Composer) and precision alignment equipment.