Senior Engineer Equipment - PVD/Thin Films

Analogdevices; Idaho; On-site; USD 96,000 - 131,000; Full time

Job summary

Analog Devices, Inc. seeks a Senior Equipment Engineer to own PVD/Thin Film manufacturing equipment in a high-volume fab.

You will drive uptime, yield, and tool performance while collaborating with Manufacturing, Process Engineering, Maintenance, and Facilities teams. The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience with semiconductor equipment, strong troubleshooting skills, and a track record of continuous improvement using data-driven methods.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical field.
• Experience in semiconductor manufacturing equipment engineering or field service.
• Strong knowledge of wafer fabrication and semiconductor operations.
• Proven experience troubleshooting and improving manufacturing equipment.
• Hands-on with PVD/Thin Film equipment platforms (Applied Materials/Novellus).
• Familiarity with SPC, FDC, Process Control Systems, RCA, and Lean manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Own assigned PVD/Thin Film equipment and drive uptime and performance improvements.
• Lead installation, qualification, and startup of new tools.
• Troubleshoot complex equipment issues to maximize yield and uptime.
• Develop preventive maintenance to boost reliability and reduce excursions.
• Lead or participate in cross-functional engineering and continuous improvement teams.

Skills

PVD/Thin Film equipment ownership

Cross-functional collaboration

Data-driven analysis

Lean manufacturing

Root Cause Analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Applied Materials Producer

Novellus Concept One

Applied Materials Centura

Applied Materials Endura

Applied Materials Poly HTF

Job description

About Analog Devices

Analog Devices, Inc. (NASDAQ: ADI) is a global semiconductor leader that bridges the physical and digital worlds to enable breakthroughs at the Intelligent Edge. ADI combines analog, digital, AI, and software technologies into solutions that combat climate change, reliably connect humans and the world, and help drive advancements in automation and robotics, mobility, healthcare, energy and data centers. With revenue of more than $11 billion in FY25, ADI ensures today's innovators stay Ahead of What's Possible. Learn more at www.analog.com and on LinkedIn and X.

We are seeking a Senior Equipment Engineer to join our PVD/Thin Films engineering team within a high-volume semiconductor manufacturing environment. In this role, you will provide technical ownership for critical manufacturing equipment and processes, driving improvements in tool performance, reliability, yield, and overall factory productivity. You will work cross-functionally with Manufacturing, Process Engineering, Maintenance, and Facilities teams to support world-class semiconductor manufacturing operations.

The ideal candidate has demonstrated experience maintaining, troubleshooting, optimizing, and improving semiconductor manufacturing equipment and processes, with a strong focus on continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Experience with one or more of the following platforms is highly desirable:

• Applied Materials Producer
• Novellus Concept One
• Applied Materials Centura
• Applied Materials Endura
• Applied Materials Poly HTF

Key Responsibilities

Equipment Ownership & Manufacturing Support

• Serve as the technical owner for assigned PVD/Thin Film manufacturing equipment.
• Lead installation, qualification, and startup of new tools and process equipment.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex equipment issues to maximize uptime and manufacturing performance.
• Develop, maintain, and improve preventative maintenance strategies to enhance equipment reliability.
• Support production operations by rapidly diagnosing and resolving equipment-related excursions.

Continuous Improvement & Operational Excellence

• Drive improvements in equipment utilization, availability, throughput, and overall equipment effectiveness (OEE).
• Identify and reduce sources of process variation, defectivity, and manufacturing scrap.
• Develop and implement solutions to improve cycle time, yield, and product quality.
• Evaluate and implement equipment upgrades, modifications, and emerging technologies.
• Lead cost reduction initiatives through process optimization, hardware improvements, and operational efficiencies.

Engineering & Technical Leadership

• Develop equipment specifications, procedures, and qualification plans.
• Establish and enhance tool qualification, monitoring, and process control methodologies.
• Utilize data-driven analysis, fault detection systems, and statistical methods to identify and resolve performance issues.
• Apply structured problem-solving methodologies to drive permanent corrective actions.
• Lead or participate in cross-functional engineering, lean manufacturing, and continuous improvement teams.
• Provide technical mentorship and support for technicians, engineers, and manufacturing personnel.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience in semiconductor manufacturing equipment engineering, field service engineering, or a related technical role.
• Strong knowledge of wafer fabrication processes and semiconductor manufacturing operations.
• Proven experience troubleshooting, repairing, maintaining, and improving manufacturing equipment.
• Experience supporting PVD, Thin Film, Diffusion, Wet Process, or related semiconductor manufacturing equipment.
• Hands‑on experience with Applied Materials and/or Novellus equipment platforms.
• Working knowledge of:
• Statistical Process Control (SPC)
• Fault Detection and Classification (FDC)
• Process Control Systems
• Root Cause Analysis methodologies
• Lean Manufacturing principles
• Experience leading equipment improvement projects in a high-volume manufacturing environment.

Working knowledge of:

• Statistical Process Control (SPC)
• Fault Detection and Classification (FDC)
• Process Control Systems
• Root Cause Analysis methodologies
• Lean Manufacturing principles

For positions requiring access to technical data, Analog Devices, Inc. may have to obtain export licensing approval from the U.S. Department of Commerce - Bureau of Industry and Security and/or the U.S. Department of State - Directorate of Defense Trade Controls. As such, applicants for this position – except US Citizens, US Permanent Residents, and protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) – may have to go through an export licensing review process.

Analog Devices is an equal opportunity employer. We foster a culture where everyone has an opportunity to succeed regardless of their race, color, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, social or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, parental status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, union membership, and political affiliation, or any other legally protected group.

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Job Req Type: Experienced

Required Travel: No

Shift Type: 1st Shift/Days

Expected wage range

• The expected wage range for a new hire into this position is $95,600 to $131,450.
• Actual wage offered may vary depending on work location, experience, education, training, external market data, internal pay equity, or other bona fide factors.
• This position qualifies for a discretionary performance-based bonus which is based on personal and company factors.
• This position includes medical, vision and dental coverage, 401k, paid vacation, holidays, and sick time, and other benefits.
• Benefits for the position includes 10 paid holidays per year, paid vacation starting at 136 hours per year for full-time employees (prorated for part-time employees), and paid sick time that exceeds the requirements of the Washington State Sick Leave law.