Metals Equipment Engineer for Semiconductor Tools

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance and 401(k) matching

Onsite café(s) and workout facilities

Paid maternity and paternity leave

PTO + holidays

Wellness incentives

Job summary

Samsung Austin Semiconductor is seeking an early to mid-career Equipment Engineer to own metal thin-film deposition tools (ALD/CVD) and oversee maintenance in a high-volume fab. The role emphasizes troubleshooting, data analysis of sensor signals, and driving improvements across tool fleets, with experience on ASM/TEL/AMAT/LAM platforms preferred.

The position requires a 4-year engineering degree and 2+ years in manufacturing, ideally in semiconductors.

Qualifications

• A 4-year degree in Chemical Engineering/Mechanical Engineering/Electrical Engineering/Materials Science and Engineering is required.
• Minimum of 2 years practical experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Previous experience in a high-volume semiconductor manufacturing environment is desired.
• Baseline knowledge of semiconductors with transferable manufacturing experience.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot equipment by analyzing signals such as pressure, voltage, and gas flow to identify tool failures.
• Lead improvement projects to address recurring tool issues and perform data-driven conclusions.
• Respond to critical fab events to contain issues and minimize product impact.
• Generate reports (e.g., 8D) detailing root causes, corrective actions, and prevention.
• Create and update SOPs to standardize processes and improve methods.

Skills

Tool maintenance

Equipment troubleshooting

Sensor data analysis

Statistical analysis

Problem solving

Education

4-year engineering degree (Chemical/Mechanical/Electrical/Materials Science)

Tools

ASM/TEL/AMAT/LAM platforms

Job description

Samsung Austin Semiconductor is seeking an early to mid-career Equipment Engineer to own metal thin-film deposition tools (ALD/CVD) and oversee maintenance in a high-volume fab. The role emphasizes troubleshooting, data analysis of sensor signals, and driving improvements across tool fleets, with experience on ASM/TEL/AMAT/LAM platforms preferred.

The position requires a 4-year engineering degree and 2+ years in manufacturing, ideally in semiconductors.