Equipment Engineer - Etch and Cleans

PHOTRONICS INC • Boise, ID

4h • Onsite

About The Position

As an Equipment Engineer, you will support the performance, reliability, and continuous improvement of etch and clean process equipment within Photronics’ semiconductor manufacturing operations. This engineering role is ideal for early-career engineers looking to build hands-on experience in a cleanroom manufacturing environment. You will work closely with senior engineers, Manufacturing, Process Engineering, Facilities, and Quality teams to support equipment uptime, troubleshooting, and process stability.

Requirements

• Foundational understanding of engineering principles and semiconductor manufacturing concepts.
• Basic understanding of data analysis, SPC, and problem-solving methodologies.
• Ability to learn quickly, follow procedures, and work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively within cross-functional teams.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
• 0–2 years of experience in equipment engineering, semiconductor manufacturing, or a related technical field.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Chemical, or related discipline) or equivalent work experience.

Nice To Haves

• Interest or exposure to etch and clean processes preferred.
• Internship, co-op, or academic project experience in a manufacturing or cleanroom environment is a plus.
• Exposure to Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement concepts is beneficial but not required.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day operation and maintenance of etch and clean process equipment to meet production, quality, and safety requirements.
• Assist with troubleshooting equipment issues and participate in root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Work with Manufacturing and Process Engineering teams to support yield improvement, defect reduction, and tool performance.
• Support installation, qualification, and acceptance testing of new equipment and tool upgrades.
• Help develop and maintain equipment documentation, work instructions, and preventive maintenance procedures.
• Monitor equipment performance metrics and SPC data with guidance from senior engineers.
• Follow cleanroom, safety, and environmental protocols at all times.
• Participate in audits, training, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Additional responsibilities as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level