Technical Support Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical, Electronics, Mechatronics, Computer Engineering or any other related engineering field
• Extensive experience in automation engineering, with a strong background in HDD media sputtering or semiconductor deposition tools, PLC programming (Step 7/TIA) , HMI programming (VBA,C#/WinCC), PLC data logging, and process recipe software.
• Demonstrate technical understanding of Thin Film (PVD/CVD) process equipment and controls.
• Effective communication skills and ability to lead and mentor a team of automation/software engineers.
• PC skills include MS Excel, Project, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to details.

Nice To Haves

• Direct experience on Intevac 200 Lean sputter tool is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and architecture of automation systems for HDD media sputtering including process controllers, motion control systems, and data acquisition systems.
• Develop system requirements, functional specifications, and architecture diagrams.
• Program and configure Siemens PLCs using ladder logic programming to control and monitor processes in HDD media sputtering or semiconductor deposition tools.
• Develop custom PLC programs for process control, equipment interlocks, and safety functions.
• Configure and implement Siemens S7/TIA communication networks for seamless data exchange between Siemens PLCs, servo drives, sensors, and other automation devices.
• Optimize network performance and reliability for real-time control and monitoring.
• Design and develop Human-Machine Interface (HMI) systems with Cellview/MS Access using VBA or Siemens TIA Portal using C#/WinCC for operator control and monitoring of processes for HDD media sputter tools.
• Develop intuitive user interfaces, alarms, trends, and data visualization features for enhanced process visibility and control.
• Implement PLC data acquisition software solutions for collecting, storing, and analyzing process data from HDD media sputtering or semiconductor deposition tools.
• Develop data logging, reporting, and analysis tools for process optimization and performance monitoring.
• Implement process recipe software solutions for managing process recipes, parameters, and settings in HDD media sputtering or semiconductor deposition tools.
• Develop recipe management interfaces, data logging, and version control capabilities for recipe optimization and traceability.
• Collaborate with equipment vendors and internal teams to integrate automation systems with HDD media sputtering or including vacuum systems, gas delivery systems, and substrate handling systems.
• Ensure compatibility, functionality, and safety of integrated systems.
• Stay updated with advancements in automation technology.
• Identify opportunities for process optimization, automation enhancements, and cost savings through automation.
• Collaborate with equipment engineers, electrical engineers, and project managers to integrate software designs into overall equipment specifications.
• Provide technical support to installation teams during equipment assembly and testing phases.

Benefits

• paid vacation time
• paid sick leave
• medical/dental/vision insurance
• life, accident and disability insurance
• tax-advantaged flexible spending and health savings accounts
• employee assistance program
• other voluntary benefit programs such as supplemental life and AD&D, legal plan, pet insurance, critical illness, accident and hospital indemnity
• tuition reimbursement
• transit
• the Applause Program
• employee stock purchase plan
• the WD Savings 401(k) Plan