Epitaxy Equipment Engineer (SM1)

Texas Instruments•Sherman, TX

About The Position

Texas Instruments is hiring an Epi Equipment Engineer to work in a vibrant, dynamic, team-oriented environment. The role supports semiconductor manufacturing by evaluating and selecting appropriate, cost-effective equipment; overseeing equipment installation, modification, upgrades, and maintenance; and improving equipment performance, reliability, and uptime. The engineer provides technical support to equipment repair and process engineering organizations, establishes preventative maintenance schedules, and accelerates tool-install efficiencies.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Computer Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science Engineering, Physics, or a related engineering discipline.
At least 2 years of relevant experience working as an Equipment Engineer in a semiconductor manufacturing environment.

Nice To Haves

Equipment experience with AMAT Centura Prime Atmospheric Epi and/or ASM Intrepid Atmospheric Epi toolsets.
Prior experience with other Epi equipment or processes, including GaN, RP, or ATM.
Experience with tool-monitoring and interdiction software, equipment maintenance, and documentation.
Working knowledge of semiconductor manufacturing and SPC techniques.
Experience with semiconductor cleanroom protocols and behaviors.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Strong analytical, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work in teams and collaborate effectively across functions.
Ability to take initiative and drive results.
Strong time-management skills that enable on-time project delivery.
Ability to work effectively in an interrupt-driven, fast-paced, rapidly changing environment.
Demonstrated ability to build strong, influential relationships.

Responsibilities

Evaluate, select, and order equipment that is appropriate and cost-effective for manufacturing company products.
Oversee installation, modification, upgrades, and maintenance of manufacturing equipment.
Stay current on equipment manufacturers' technical notices, upgrades, and safety issues.
Study equipment performance and reliability.
Establish programs and solutions to increase uptime and address equipment problems affecting the manufacturing process.
Provide technical support to manufacturing equipment repair and process engineering organizations.
Define and write preventative maintenance schedules.
Accelerate tool-install efficiencies.