Etch & Plasma Area Equipment Engineering Manager leading engineers and technicians in semiconductor manufacturing. Responsible for tool performance, safety, uptime, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Responsibilities
Lead a team of approximately 2+ Equipment Engineers and several technicians supporting multiple equipment modules (e.g., Ash, PVD, PECVD, etc.)
Promote a servant leadership culture that values curiosity, mentorship, and joyful engagement over hierarchy or ego.
Develop and coach engineers and technicians through individual growth plans, performance feedback, and structured training programs.
Ensure equipment uptime and process stability through structured preventive maintenance, data-driven decision making, and proactive problem solving.
Drive rapid resolution of tool issues by fostering collaboration between Engineering, Process, Facilities, and Operations teams.
Develop and manage module-level improvement roadmaps focused on safety, quality, yield, and cost efficiency.
Build and sustain positive relationships with key vendors and service providers to strengthen technical support and responsiveness.
Define, monitor, and communicate key performance indicators (KPIs) for tool availability, MTBF, PM compliance, and cost metrics.
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Electronics, or related technical discipline preferred.
10+ years of semiconductor equipment experience including 3+ years in leadership of engineers and/or technicians.
Deep understanding of semiconductor equipment principles — mechanical, electrical, vacuum, and process interactions.
Strong leadership and mentoring abilities with demonstrated servant leadership mindset.
Skilled in data-driven problem solving, statistical process control (SPC), and root cause analysis.
Excellent organizational and communication skills, both verbal and written.
Ability to balance strategic vision with day-to-day execution under dynamic production conditions.
Experience managing capital projects, vendor contracts, and spare parts budgets.
Proficient in Microsoft Office and manufacturing data systems (e.g., MES, CMMS, SPC).
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