R-10064843 SEMICONDUCTOR EQUIPMENT ENGINEER

NXP Semiconductors; Chandler (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

NXP Semiconductors NV in Chandler, AZ is seeking an Equipment Engineer responsible for maintaining and improving wafer fabrication tools across Photo, Etch, Cleans, Metrology, and Films. You will analyze process data, lead variation reduction, and implement zero-defect practices while expanding tool capacity and reliability.

Requirements include a BS or higher in a technical field and at least 2 years in semiconductor equipment, plus strong communication and teamwork skills to train others and

Qualifications

• BS or higher in chemistry, chemical engineering, electrical engineering, materials science, physics, or a related technical field.
• At least 2 years of experience in semiconductor manufacturing equipment.
• Export Control Clearance eligibility.
• Ability to analyze equipment and process performance data and produce timely action plans.
• Strong presentation skills to train others and present complex datasets.
• Troubleshooting abilities with logical problem solving.
• Ability to manage multiple issues and shifting priorities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, upgrade, and monitor wafer fabrication equipment across Photo, Etch, Cleans, Metrology or Films.
• Identify and reduce variation in process and tool performance.
• Increase production capacity on new and existing toolsets.
• Support defectivity/scrap reduction efforts.
• Define Out of Control Action Plans.
• Improve tool reliability and availability.
• Improve cost performance of processes.
• Improve process monitoring and sensor capabilities.
• Develop and write specifications.
• Implement Six-Sigma SPC methods.
• Participate in cross-functional and lean teams.

Skills

Communication skills

Self-motivated

Problem solving

Training others

Cross-functional collaboration

Data analysis

Education

BS or higher in a technical field

Tools

Six-Sigma / SPC

Job description

The Equipment Engineer is responsible for multiple processes and tool ownership in a high-volume manufacturing facility. The engineer is responsible for identifying and reducing sources of variation, implementing zero defect processes, reducing defectivity, defining tool qualification/PM procedures, improving tool utilization and availability, reducing cycle time, identifying and qualifying new tools, and supporting development or transfer activities.

Job Description

Experienced ECHO Equipment Engineering Role

• Maintain, upgrade, and monitor wafer fabrication equipment in various semiconductor equipment supporting Photo, Etch, Cleans, Metrology or Films
• Identification and variation reduction of process & tool performance
• Increasing production capacity on new and existing toolsets
• Identify and support defectivity/scrap reduction efforts
• Defining Out of Control Action Plans
• Improving tool reliability and availability
• Improving cost performance of processes
• Improving process monitoring and sensor capabilities
• Developing and writing specifications
• Implementation of Six-Sigma statistical process control methods
• Participating in and/or leading cross-functional and lean activity teams

Job Qualifications:

• BS or higher in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, or another technical field.
• At least 2 years of experience in semiconductor manufacturing supporting equipment.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain an Export Control Clearance.
• Ability to generate, analyze, interpret equipment, process performance data, and produce a timely action plan to resolve recurring failures.
• Demonstrated presentation skills. Candidate will be called upon to train others and present complex datasets and process problems/ solutions to diverse audiences.
• Competent in troubleshooting problems and capable of applying logic to isolate and repair them.
• Ability to deal with multiple issues and shifting priorities.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to interact effectively with multiple disciplines in a 24x7 manufacturing facility.
• Good foundational problem-solving skills with creative solutions and out-of-the-box thinking.
• Self-motivated; able to take initiative and effectively prioritize work for self.
• A strong desire to help create a positive, winning, world class working environment.
• Improving tool availability and throughput and availability
• Reducing Mean Time Between Failure (MTBF)
• Working with and training technicians and peers
• Improving cost performance
• Specifying, sourcing, and qualifying new equipment and parts
• Safety minded approach and work habits.
• Quality minded approach and work habits.