Metrology Equipment Engineer - Day
About The Position
The Metrology Equipment Engineer is the primary technical owner responsible for uptime and performance optimization of advanced semiconductor fabrication metrology equipment. The role focuses on establishing hardware stability, performing hands-on preventive and corrective maintenance, and implementing yield-enhancement solutions. It requires diagnosing complex hardware and software failures and developing robust engineering solutions. The engineer works with the latest generations of overlay metrology, critical dimension (CD) and shape metrology, film metrology, patterned wafer geometry, and CD and SEM review systems. The position is full-time and on-site in Austin, Texas.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering; Physics; Chemistry; Material Science; or Computer Science.
- Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0.
- Eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship.
- Willingness to relocate to Austin, Texas.
- Hands-on eagerness and mechanical or electrical aptitude.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with semiconductor equipment.
Responsibilities
- Schedule and perform hands-on preventive maintenance, advanced troubleshooting, and corrective repairs on complex metrology equipment using precision tools, schematics, and diagnostic software.
- Diagnose and resolve component-level failures involving robotics, pneumatic systems, high-vacuum systems, precision optics, laser subsystems, and electrical distribution networks.
- Participate in installation, hardware hookup, alignment, and qualification of new metrology equipment.
- Monitor real-time equipment performance and respond to tool downtime to minimize manufacturing interruptions.
- Adjust, calibrate, and fine-tune equipment parameters when tolerances are exceeded; monitor process parameters during restart and qualification after maintenance.
- Analyze machine data and sensor trends with diagnostic software to predict mechanical wear, prevent failures, and inform hardware decisions.
- Execute hardware changes and process modifications through the Change Process Management (CPM) framework.
- Draft, revise, and update detailed standard operating procedures and maintenance checklists for technical teams.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Life insurance.
- 401(k) matching with immediate vesting.
- Onsite cafés and workout facilities.
- Paid maternity and paternity leave.
- Paid time off, two personal holidays, and ten regular holidays.
- Wellness incentives.
- Eligible full-time employees may receive MBO bonuses based on company, division, and individual performance.
- Competitive benefits package and possible participation in company incentive compensation programs.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
