Advanced Manufacturing Equipment Engineer, Photolithography Track (2026 New College Graduate)

GlobalFoundries•New York, NY

19d•$54,200 - $110,300•Onsite

About The Position

GlobalFoundries (GF) 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, GF makes possible the technologies and systems that transform industries and give customers the power to shape their markets. Our Fab 8 team is seeking Entry-level Equipment Engineers in our Malta, NY location! The individual selected for this position will be part of the Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (AME) organization with primary responsibilities focused on installation, support, and continuous improvement of semiconductor equipment. We offer many full-time employment paths for recent graduates, which provide accelerated training in a fast-paced work environment, cross-functional working opportunities, and talent mobility. New college graduates are provided with mentorship, networking, and leadership opportunities, which give our new team members life-long connections and skills.

Requirements

Graduating with a Bachelors in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Solid State Physics, Computer Science or related field from an accredited degree program.
Must have at least an overall 3.0 GPA and proven good academic standing.
English (Written & Verbal) Language Fluency

Nice To Haves

Prior related internship or co-op experience
Project management skills, i.e. the ability to innovate and execute on solutions that matter; the ability to navigate ambiguity
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Strong planning & organizational skills

Responsibilities

Support the Fab8 equipment engineering and maintenance team.
Work in close collaboration with process and manufacturing teams.
Establishment of the equipment engineering and maintenance related business processes necessary to run and maintain the tools in production, as well as their documentation according to quality standards.
Establishment of the equipment engineering and maintenance related business processes (SOPs, BKMs, JBIs) necessary to run and maintain the tools in production, as well as their documentation according to quality standards.
Develop and train the equipment technicians. Create materials and perform training of technicians working on tools in the area.
Ensure close interaction with equipment suppliers. Supplier management – own escalation and work together on resolution of tool issues.
Advanced troubleshooting of semiconductor process tool issues: Trace data analysis using OEM’s application (ex. Lam DA, TEL Ingenio).
Trace data analysis using current FDC implementation (FDC E3).
Able to read and understand tool schematics (electrical, PIDs, utilities diagrams, etc.).
Set up Equipment performance KPIs (Availability, Net MT%, PM Success), monitoring and adjustment according to fab goals.
After equipment start-up / ramp up, become responsible for all daily equipment engineering tasks including performance tracking, continuous improvement and cost reduction programs.
Ensure continuous knowledge exchange on best known methods and improvement levers with sister fabs (ex. Fab 1, Fab 7) engineers.
Translate changes in other factories to improvement actions within the current fab.
Perform all activities in a safe and responsible manner and support all Environmental, Health, Safety & Security requirements and programs.