Senior Equipment Technician, Cleans

Samsung Electronics America; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 43,000 - 63,000; 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

Job summary

Samsung Austin Semiconductor is hiring an Equipment Technician to perform set-up, calibration, and maintenance for memory chips and logic production. The role involves data analysis, SOP documentation, and ensuring safety in a cleanroom environment.

You will interact with engineers and manufacturing teams to support process control and quality testing. Ideal candidates have a technical degree or military electronics experience, 3+ years in semiconductor manufacturing, and hands-on

Qualifications

• 2-year technical degree or equivalent military experience with a focus on electronics (e.g., Avionics, Navy nuclear), or 3+ years semiconductor or high-volume manufacturing.
• Proficient in MS Word, Excel, and Power Point
• Fast learner who adapts to new systems and procedural change.
• Electronic and mechanical troubleshooting capabilities.
• Knowledge of hand tools, pneumatics, and electricity.
• Excellent communication, teamwork, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Execute scheduled and corrective maintenance according to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Respond to equipment faults and conduct root-cause analysis.
• Analyze data and verify quality metrics.
• Maintain accurate, timely records of work, and communicate equipment status during shifts.
• Operate safely in a cleanroom environment using a cleanroom suit.
• Carry out maintenance tasks while wearing PPE.

Skills

Electronics troubleshooting

Mechanical troubleshooting

MS Word

MS Excel

MS PowerPoint

Strong communication

Teamwork

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Education

2-year technical degree or equivalent military experience

3+ years semiconductor manufacturing experience

Tools

DNS (single wafer and batch)

SEMS (single wafer)

TEL CERTAS/LEAGA

TEL NS300

TEL Cellesta I

FSI Antares

LAM C360 equipment

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

In this role as an Equipment Technician you'll be responsible for performing functions associated with all manufacturing and/or system operations, such as working with engineers and manufacturing in set-up and calibration tasks, system support, preventative maintenance, failure analysis, documenting/following standard operating procedures, as well as performing rework and quality testing related to the process and production of memory chips and logic. Uses sophisticated programs to collect and evaluate operating data to conduct in-line adjustments to products, instruments, equipment, or processes. Determines and may assist in developing methods and procedures to control or modify the manufacturing process. Requires compliance with all health, safety and environmental management system guidelines.

Role and Responsibilities

Here’s What You’ll Be Responsible For:

• Execute scheduled and corrective maintenance according to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Respond to equipment faults and conduct root-cause analysis.
• Analyze data and verify quality metrics.
• Maintain accurate, timely records of work, and communicate equipment status during shifts.
• Operate safely in a cleanroom environment using a cleanroom suit.
• Carry out maintenance tasks while wearing personal protective equipment (PPE).

Work hours: B Shift – Sunday through Tuesday (6:45pm – 7:15am) with alternating Saturdays.

Here’s what you'll need:

• 2-yeartechnical degree or equivalent military experience with a focus on electronics (e.g., Avionics, Navy nuclear), or 3+ years semiconductor or high-volume manufacturing.
• Preferred: 300mm Cleans (Wet Etch) experience.
• Preferred: Maintenance experience with DNS (single wafer and batch), SEMES (single wafer), TEL CERTAS/LEAGA, TEL NS300, TEL Cellesta I, FSI Antares, and LAM C360 equipment models.
• Proficient in MS Word, Excel, and Power Point
• Fast learner who adapts to new systems and procedural change.
• Electronic and mechanical troubleshooting capabilities.
• Knowledge of hand tools, pneumatics, and electricity.
• Excellent communication, teamwork, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and documentation.
• Demonstrate critical thinking, planning, and action plan execution.
• Ability to lift and move equipment/ supplies up to 50 lbs.
• Comfortable standing/walking for 10+ hrs. daily.

The current base salary range for this role is between $31.00 - $46.00/hour. 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

U.S. Export Control 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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