Engineering Technician IV Semiconductor Equipment
Job Description:
Location: Hillsboro, OR (No relocation assistance)
Experience Level: Mid-Senior
Experience Required: 3+ years in semiconductor equipment or related field
Education Level: Bachelors degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent experience
Industry: Consumer Electronics
Overview:
Are you ready to work on the cutting edge of semiconductor manufacturing technology? As an Engineering Technician IV, you will provide essential support for installations, repairs, and maintenance of photolithography semiconductor equipment in Hillsboro, OR. This is a full-time, non-exempt position, with shift options that include day and night compressed workweeks. You will receive training in Austin, TX, or Hillsboro, OR for up to three months before starting onsite.
Key Responsibilities:
- Ensure equipment is operating within factory specifications, checking and maintaining standards.
- Instruct and train customers in equipment operation and maintenance.
- Act as the primary company liaison with customers for assigned projects, including installations and major component replacements.
- Conduct complex repairs and unit replacements independently or in collaboration with other technicians.
- Provide technical support and respond to customer inquiries to minimize equipment downtime.
- Document activities and provide periodic reports on equipment performance and issues.
- Conduct training sessions for customer personnel to ensure operational proficiency.
- Collaborate with other field technicians to troubleshoot and service equipment.
Qualifications:
- Bachelors degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience (e.g., technical training, military training).
- Minimum of 3 years of experience with semiconductor manufacturing equipment or similar field.
- Proficient in hands-on mechanical skills and experience with electronic testing tools.
- Knowledge of the Linux operating system is preferred for troubleshooting and system operation.
- Additional skills in optics, lasers, software, robotics, or chemical processes are a plus.
- Strong troubleshooting, verbal, and written communication skills.
- Previous customer support experience is a plus.
Additional Requirements:
- Willingness to work a compressed shift schedule with flexibility as needed.
- Comfortable working in a cleanroom environment for extended periods (requires wearing full cleanroom attire).
- Ability to lift up to 30 pounds; assistance provided for lifting heavier objects.
- Substantial standing, walking, and other physical activities required.
- Availability for domestic and international travel, with a valid drivers license and a good driving record.
Physical & Work Environment Requirements:
- Must be able to stand, walk, type, grasp, talk, and hear frequently.
- Ability to perform occasional kneeling, crouching, reaching, and climbing stairs or ladders.
- Strong visual acuity required for close inspection and operation of machinery.
- Exposure to moving parts, electrical currents, chemicals, ultraviolet light, and lasers; work may be in close quarters or time-sensitive situations.
If you are a skilled Engineering Technician with expertise in semiconductor equipment and a commitment to excellence, we invite you to join our innovative team in advancing technology for tomorrow. Apply today!
Required Skills:
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