About this role
About GlobalFoundries:
GlobalFoundries is a leading full-service semiconductor foundry providing a unique combination of design, development, and fabrication services to some of the world’s most inspired technology companies. With a global manufacturing footprint spanning three continents, GlobalFoundries makes possible the technologies and systems that transform industries and give customers the power to shape their markets. For more information, visit www.gf.com.
Summary of Role:
This Principal Equipment Engineer will work in the Reactive Ion Etch area at Fab 9, Essex Junction, VT. This engineer will own the daily performance of a diverse set of semiconductor etch equipment types and set the strategic plans for improvements and new equipment. This role is fully onsite at this 200mm waferfab foundry facility, on a Monday - Friday daytime schedule.
Essential Responsibilities:
- Collaborate daily with maintenance technicians and process engineers to meet production demands
- Drive continuous improvement projects with respect to equipment availability, cost reduction, and yield improvement
- Establish and manage the spare parts to meet repair budgets
- Support cross functional problem solving, involving facilities, maintenance and process engineering
- Work with procurement and suppliers to select strategic equipment and ensure continuity of spare part supply and quality
- Manage installation and startup of new or retrofit equipment
- Mentor and lead lower-level equipment engineering team members
Other Responsibilities:
- Perform all activities in a safe and responsible manner and support all Environmental, Health, Safety & Security requirements and programs
- Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor/manager
Required Qualifications:
- Education –Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Electrical or related engineering field
- Experience - Minimum 6 years in related fields
- Understanding of and troubleshooting of electro-mechanical and pneumatic systems
- Understanding of pumps, high vacuum systems and Rf generators
- Problem solving and communication of action plans
- Travel - Up to 10%
- Fluency in English Language – both written & verbal
- Physical Capacity Demands – Ability to lift and carry parts up to 30 lbs, stand, or bend and crouch to inspect, or work on equipment in the clean room for extended periods of time
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with supplier and contractor management
- PLC, control systems and instrumentation
- Project management and communication of plans
- Understanding of semiconductor manufacturing, equipment and clean room facilities
- Basic data analysis
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Strong planning & organizational skills
Expected Salary Range
$85,000.00 - $146,000.00The exact Salary will be determined based on qualifications, experience and location.
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at [email protected] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.
An offer with GlobalFoundries is conditioned upon the successful completion of pre-employment conditions, as applicable, and subject to applicable laws and regulations.
GlobalFoundries is fully committed to equal opportunity in the workplace and believes that cultural diversity within the company enhances its business potential. GlobalFoundries goal of excellence in business necessitates the attraction and retention of highly qualified people. Artificial barriers and stereotypic biases detract from this objective and may be illegally discriminatory.
All policies and processes which pertain to employees including recruitment, selection, training, utilization, promotion, compensation, benefits, extracurricular programs, and termination are created and implemented without regard to age, ethnicity, ancestry, color, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religion, political and/or third-party affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other characteristic or category specified by local, state or federal law
Other facts
About GlobalFoundries
GlobalFoundries (GF) is one of the world’s leading semiconductor manufacturers. GF is redefining innovation and semiconductor manufacturing by developing and delivering feature-rich process technology solutions that provide leadership performance in pervasive high growth markets. GF offers a unique mix of design, development, and fabrication services. With a talented and diverse workforce and an at-scale manufacturing footprint spanning the U.S., Europe and Asia, GF is a trusted technology source to its worldwide customers.
For more information, visit www.gf.com.
GlobalFoundries is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action (EEO/AA) employer.
What you'll do
- The Principal Equipment Engineer will oversee the daily performance of semiconductor etch equipment and drive continuous improvement projects. They will also manage spare parts, support cross-functional problem solving, and mentor lower-level engineers.
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