Senior Fab Equipment Engineer – Boost Throughput & Uptime

MACOM; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Employer-sponsored 401(k) plan

Paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

MACOM is seeking a Senior Semiconductor Equipment Engineer to oversee fab equipment performance and drive continuous improvement in a fast-paced environment in Durham, NC. The role requires expertise in capital equipment procurement, capacity planning, and collaboration with suppliers and partners.

Strong communication, problem-solving, and MS Office proficiency are essential. Responsibilities include leading uptime projects, documenting procedures, mentoring technicians, and coordinating with

Qualifications

• Engineering or Science Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial discipline.
• 5+ years’ experience in semiconductor manufacturing engineering.
• Experience managing relationships with external suppliers, contractors, and development partners.
• Experience with capital equipment procurement, capacity planning and modeling.
• Proof of success in continuous improvement of semiconductor fab manufacturing equipment.
• Excellent verbal, written and presentation skills.
• Computer Skills: Proficient in MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Ensures Fab equipment and processes meet throughput, yield, safety, and efficiency objectives.
• Develops and documents procedures to sustain and evolve equipment performance.
• Identifies, prioritizes, and implements projects for uptime and output improvement.
• Communicates progress through presentations and reviews.
• Attends daily operations meetings to provide status and plans.
• Initiates escalations for hard down equipment through to recovery.
• Plans and manages capital equipment procurement, installations, and upgrades.
• Trains and mentors equipment technicians.
• Manages multiple tasks and projects in a dynamic environment.
• Responds during off hours to support production.

Skills

Strong communication

Decision-making

Troubleshooting

Verbal/written/presentation skills

Education

Engineering or Science degree (Mechanical/Electrical/Industrial)

Tools

CAD

MS Office

Job description

MACOM is seeking a Senior Semiconductor Equipment Engineer to oversee fab equipment performance and drive continuous improvement in a fast-paced environment in Durham, NC. The role requires expertise in capital equipment procurement, capacity planning, and collaboration with suppliers and partners.

Strong communication, problem-solving, and MS Office proficiency are essential. Responsibilities include leading uptime projects, documenting procedures, mentoring technicians, and coordinating with