Metals Experienced Engineer

Samsung Electronics; 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

Paid time off + holidays

Job summary

Samsung Austin Semiconductor is seeking an early to mid‑career Equipment Engineer to own Metal Thin Film Deposition tools (ALD/CVD) and perform ongoing maintenance in a high-volume manufacturing environment.

The role involves troubleshooting, data-driven decision making, and driving containment and rapid resolution of fab events, with emphasis on disciplined problem solving and clear communication. Prior experience with ASM/TEL/AMAT/LAM platforms is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical field is required.
• 2+ years in a manufacturing environment, preferably high-volume semiconductor.
• Experience analyzing machine sensor data (pressures, temperatures, flows).
• Baseline semiconductor knowledge required.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot equipment by monitoring signals (pressure, voltage, gas flow, metrology).
• Lead improvement projects to prevent recurring tool failures.
• Draw conclusions from statistical analyses and report tool events with graphs.
• Generate 8D reports showing root causes, corrective actions and preventive measures.
• Create/update SOPs to standardize workflows and improve methods.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Data analysis

Problem solving

Mechanical aptitude

Education

4-year degree in Chemical Engineering / Mechanical Engineering / Electrical Engineering / Materials Science and Engineering

Tools

Tool platforms (ASM/TEL/AMAT/LAM)

Job description

About Samsung Austin Semiconductor

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

The Metals team at Samsung Austin Semiconductor is seeking an early to mid-career level Equipment Engineer with experience in tool maintenance, hands‑on equipment troubleshooting and equipment sensor analysis. The individual will be responsible for equipment ownership of a Metal Thin Film Deposition (ALD or CVD) toolset and will be responsible for ongoing maintenance and troubleshooting in a high volume manufacturing environment. Ideally this person will have experience with ASM, TEL, AMAT or LAM platforms.

Role and Responsibilities

Here’s What You’ll Be Responsible For:

• Equipmenttroubleshooting–takingequipmentsignalinputslikepressure,voltage,gasflow,andmetrologyinformation,andidentifyingtoolfailures

• ImprovementProjects–identifyrecurringproblemsonthetoolfleet,andimplementpreventativeprojects.

• Mustbeabletodrawconclusionsfromstatisticalanalysisaswellasreporttooleventswithappropriategraphicalrepresentations.

• Respondtocriticalfabeventsthatrequirecontainmentspeedandquickresolutiontoensureminimalimpacttoproduct.Generatereports(suchas8D)illustratingrootcauseofincidents,correctiveactionsandfuturepreventativemeasures.

• CreateandupdateSOPstostandardizeprocessflowsandimproveworkingmethodsusingcrispandclearcommunicationskills.

• Thedesiredcandidatewillshowahighdegreeofdedicationtomeetingdeadlineswhileproducingqualityresults.

• Mustbeabletoadapttochangingbusinessneedsanddemonstrateflexibilitytochangeprioritiesasneeded.

Skills and Qualifications

Here’s what you’ll need:

• Theapplicantmustpossessa4-yeardegreeinChemicalEngineering/MechanicalEngineering/ElectricalEngineering/MaterialsScienceandEngineering

• Aminimumof2yearspracticalexperienceinamanufacturingenvironment.Previousexperienceinahigh-volumesemiconductormanufacturingenvironmentdesired.Applicablemanufacturingexperienceinotherindustriescanbeconsidered.

• Strongtroubleshootingandproblemsolvingcapabilities.

• Experienceanalyzingmachinesensordata(Pressures,Temperatures,Flowsetc.)andusingthatdatatobothmonitorequipmenthealthandmakedata-drivendecisions.

• Previousexperienceinaprofessionalsemiconductormanufacturingenvironmentisdesired.Otherindustryexperiencewillbeaccepted,butcandidatemustdemonstratebaseline(i.e.conversational)knowledgeofsemiconductors.

The current base salary range for this role is between $95,000 - $120,000. 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

At Samsung Austin Semiconductor, base pay is just one part of our total compensation package. The base compensation for this role will depend on education, experience, skills, and location.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• 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.

U.S. Export Control Compliance

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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