CMP/Backlap Area Equipment Engineer

Polar Semiconductor•Bloomington, MN

1d•$80,000 - $128,000•Onsite

About The Position

As an Equipment Engineer at Polar Semiconductor in Bloomington, MN, you are responsible for monitoring, sustaining, and improving the equipment and/or processes in the BEOL equipment group on CMP and Backlap (AMAT Mirra, Disco, Nitto), while working in partnership with production, process and maintenance team members. EE’s monitor tool performance to ensure/modify pm frequencies and schedules, along with creating/modifying pm procedures and checklists. Also assist in working with OEM’s and other vendors to ensure proper stocking level of spare parts, pricing and addressing supply down issues. They are also required to assist with equipment installs; tests; create and modify equipment procedures; and increase tool uptime through systematic problem solving and troubleshooting, quality workmanship, thoroughly document all maintenance performed in established check sheets and tracking programs, and routine review of maintenance check sheets and procedures. They monitor, analyze and address SPC issues for area processes on a daily basis and respond to SPC out of control issues.

Requirements

Knowledge of electronics and control systems, mechanics/robotics, hydraulics, pneumatics and vacuum systems.
Skill in diagnosing equipment issues
Understanding of SPC principles.
PC skills and familiarity with MS Office Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Ability to properly use common hand tools.
Ability to properly use personal protective equipment.
Demonstrated time management and prioritization skills.
Ability in multi-tasking complex projects.
Ability to follow procedures and work with minimal supervision.
Bachelors of Science degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical related fields

Nice To Haves

Experience on AMAT Mira (Desica, Mesa, OnTrak), Disco backlap.
Project Management experience
Knowledge of SPC

Responsibilities

Develop high level troubleshooting skills and proliferate across maintenance department
Work with OEM’s/vendors for equipment support
Ensure proper stocking/pricing of crib parts
Provide content for, and submit updates for controlled documentation (PM procedures, check-sheets, work instructions, etc.)
Disassemble, repair, and reassemble equipment according to operating manuals, schematics, blueprints, etc.
Safely perform work in a hazardous environment utilizing proper Personal Protective Equipment (including SCBA or respirator).
Interface between process engineering and maintenance technicians
Engage in systematic troubleshooting to identify root-cause of failures.
Minimize tool down-time and variability to increase equipment availability.
Document all maintenance activities in Equipment Management System.
Drive CQI and cost reduction projects
Monitor, analyze, and address SPC issues.
Communicate issues effectively to the all team members.
Partner with Production team members and area engineers to support equipment