Sr Engineer - Equipment Engineering

About GlobalFoundries:
GlobalFoundries is a leading full-service semiconductor foundry providing a unique combination of design, development, and fabrication services to some of the world’s most inspired technology companies. With a global manufacturing footprint spanning three continents, GlobalFoundries makes possible the technologies and systems that transform industries and give customers the power to shape their markets. For more information, visit www.gf.com.
Summary of Role:
GlobalFoundries is seeking a Sr Equipment Engineer at the Essex Junction, VT site to join the Front End of Line Reactive Ion Etch (RIE) module. The engineer will own, sustain, and improve RIE equipment. This role is fully onsite on a Monday – Friday daytime schedule.
Essential Responsibilities:
Collaborate daily with maintenance technicians, process technicians, and process engineers to meet production demands
Lead structured problem solving to identify root cause equipment failures and drive tool availability improvements
Manage new equipment installations and relocations as needed
Drive continuous improvement efforts in support of throughput improvement, cost reduction, and yield learning
Communicate and collaborate with co-workers within and outside the department
Work with part planners to maintain and add spare parts for tools as needed, as well as setting up repair paths as needed to ensure continued part support and reduce support costs
Other Responsibilities:
Perform all activities in a safe and responsible manner and support all Environmental, Health, Safety & Security requirements and programs.
Required Qualifications:
Education: BS degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Solid State Physics or other relevant engineering physical science discipline
Experience: Minimum 2-3 years of Semiconductor experience or relevant technical manufacturing experience related to equipment maintanence
Fluency in English Language - both written & verbal
10% travel may be required
Understanding of semiconductor manufacturing, equipment and clean room facilities
Ability to work effectively and efficiently with diverse teams, customers, internal and external partners
Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and commitments
Strong organizational skills along with demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and able to react to shifting priorities to meet business needs
Understanding and knowledge of Statistical Process Control (SPC) and Design of Experiments (DOE)
Preferred Qualifications:
Masters degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Material Science, Solid State Physics, or other relevant areas of study
4+ years’ experience as a semiconductor equipment engineer
Knowledge of semiconductor/silicon processing equipment
Expected Salary Range
$69,000.00 - $120,000.00
The exact Salary will be determined based on qualifications, experience and location.
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at usaccommodations@gf.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.
An offer with GlobalFoundries is conditioned upon the successful completion of pre-employment conditions, as applicable, and subject to applicable laws and regulations.
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