Tool Install Qual Operations Specialist

100 Intel Corporation; Hillsboro (OR); On-site; USD 86,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Intel Corporation seeks an experienced Tool Install Qual Operation Specialist to drive tool installation readiness and qualification within Intel Foundry Construction and Sourcing. This role requires five days per week onsite in Hillsboro, Oregon, coordinating with manufacturing, design, construction, OEMs, and vendors to ensure safe, timely completion of installation activities.

Responsibilities include leading multi-supplier coordination, planning, and execution; managing tool install,

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Project Management or as Equipment/Engineering Tool Owner.
• Experience in semiconductor manufacturing or related industry.
• Experience with operational procedures and logistics processes within a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Champion safe and compliant execution of tool install, conversion and de-installation milestones.
• Lead multi-supplier coordination meetings and execution planning sessions.
• Forecast equipment and resource needs and ensure readiness and prompt delivery of tools and kits.
• Coordinate testing and facility readiness (LSS, eFIT, TAB, networking, ESOPN).
• Manage vendor relationships to achieve best-in-class qual durations and successful handoffs.

Skills

Project management

Adaptability

Organizational discipline

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Construction

Job description

Job Details

The Tool Install Qual Operation Specialist is responsible for driving key milestones enabling tool installation, readiness, and qualification within Intel Foundry Construction and Sourcing (FCS). The role is responsible for equipment install execution from pre-design through design finish and set to SL2 signoff, ensuring safe delivery, accurate scope definition, efficient construction, and prompt vendor qualification. This position requires five days per week onsite presence and close coordination with manufacturing, design, construction, OEMs, trade contractors, and supplier partners.

Responsibilities

Safety and Compliance

Champion Intel's Culture of Caring and ensure safe behaviors across design and construction activities. Enforce cleanroom, IP protection, and site protocols to maintain compliance with all applicable regulations and agency audits.

Install, Conversion and de-installation Execution

Own key tool install, conversion and de-installation milestones including set, rigging, placement, scope planning, hook up, energization, decontamination and de-installation. Support troubleshooting for Supplier Qual and Intel Qual to quickly resolve issues. Drive micro schedule and pull plan development to support tool install milestones. Manage decoupled construction paths SET/SL2 to accelerate readiness. Coordinate testing and facility readiness (LSS, eFIT, TAB, networking, ESOPN).

Design and Scope Alignment

Load complete tool install scope in DAC prior to design engagement. Participate in cross functional design reviews with TICE, Layout, OEMs, and module teams. Validate OEM data and ensure alignment with Intel standards (SEED/EDS/UDS). Support LSP creation, routing validation, POC assignments, and space management. Reduce changes by minimizing DCNs, DCRs, and late-stage modifications.

Execution Planning and Stakeholder Coordination

Lead multi supplier coordination meetings and execution planning sessions. Translate technical/business requirements into actionable plans and schedules. Forecast equipment and resource needs. Ensure readiness and prompt delivery of tools, prefac kits, global, and parts. Coordinate equipment decon and deinstall activities.

Supplier and Vendor Management

Manage OEMs and third-party vendors to achieve best-in-class qual durations. Drive early vendor enablement and facility readiness using ESOPN. (Equipment sign- off per need). Ensure clean handoff from construction completion to vendor qual finish.

Operations and Continuous Improvement

Oversee contractor and supplier activities in accordance with SLAs. Apply Lean principles to eliminate waste, reduce install durations, and improve quality. Document and share lessons learned across modules and sites. Influence tool install methods through innovation and best-known methods (BKMs).

Qualifications

• Project management skills (planning, scheduling, risk mitigation).
• Adaptability in fast-paced, changing environments.
• Organizational discipline and time management.

Minimum Qualifications

5+ years of experience in Project Management, as Equipment/Engineering Tool Owner, or equivalent installation/qualification/demo/maintenance technician experience will be considered in lieu of a degree OR Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or related field related to semiconductor manufacturing, Project Management, as Equipment/Engineering Tool Owner, or equivalent installation/qualification/demo/maintenance technician experience 2+ years of experience in related to semiconductor manufacturing, Project Management, as Equipment/Engineering Tool Owner, or equivalent installation/qualification/demo/maintenance technician experience. Experience with operational procedures and logistics processes within a manufacturing or industrial environment.

This position is not eligible for Intel immigration sponsorship.

Job Information

Job Type: Experienced Hire

Shift: Shift 1 (United States of America)

Primary Location: US, Oregon, Hillsboro

Posting Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance.

Benefits

We offer a total compensation package that ranks among the best in the industry. It consists of competitive pay, stock bonuses, and benefit programs which include health, retirement, and vacation. Find out more about the benefits of working at Intel.

Annual Salary Range for jobs which could be performed in the US: $86,300.00-169,860.00 USD

Work Model for this Role

This role will require an on-site presence. * Job posting details (such as work model, location or time type) are subject to change.

Additional Information

Intel is committed to Responsible Business Alliance (RBA) compliance and ethical hiring practices. We do not charge any fees during our hiring process. Candidates should never be required to pay recruitment fees, medical examination fees, or any other charges as a condition of employment. If you are asked to pay any fees during our hiring process, please report this immediately to your recruiter.