Senior Equipment Engineer

Primary Function of Position: 

Performs a wide range of facilities services tasks including non-technical maintenance of plumbing, electrical, heating, ventilating, and/or air conditioning facilities and equipment, at a level not requiring formal licensure. May be required to perform tasks of other unlicensed trades, such as a light equipment operator, carpenter, painter, and/or locksmith. 

Position Roles and Responsibilities for Senior Equipment Engineer include: 

• Responsible for managing and maintaining Fab tools running multiple processes.
• Oversee troubleshooting, maintenance, and upgrade implementations to optimize equipment performance and maximize uptime.
• Mentor junior engineers, offering guidance on complex issues and promoting cross-functional collaboration with R&D and production teams.
• Collaborate with various departments to improve equipment performance, enhance yield, and minimize downtime.
• Provide immediate supervision to a group of equipment technicians, assigning tasks and checking work at frequent intervals
• Plan and implement comprehensive maintenance work on machines to make sure it will meet its required performance and reliability at all times
• Give directions to a team of technicians and operators to meet yield set by the company
• Provide useful information to SPML on issues related to machine or in other cases that would require skills and experience
• Initiate and implement ways on how to improve the machine performance through equipment or process modifications and upgrades
• Prepare and monitor the machines’ spare parts and tools
• Directly interacts with manufacturing and other departments in order to achieve company common goal
• Make sure all instruments are calibrated and properly maintained
• Make sure that the machine will be repaired in the quickest possible time in case it experience breakdown
• Ensure that the machine will be running according to SPML specs
• Monitor and institute necessary actions to maintain and upgrade performance
• Must have good communications with machine supplier regarding machine issues and improve the machines
• Investigate safety related issues and implement corrective and preventive actions to avoid recurrence
• Provides updates to the management for issues related to tool availability, yield, cost etc.

Requirements

Requirements 

• BS degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field with a hands-on focus upon equipment a plus
• 5+ years maintenance experience preferably in electrical, or HVAC
• Have an aptitude for problem solving
• Experience with hand and power tools.
• The willingness to work overtime as needed or required

Skills and Attributes: 

• A willingness to learn and develop technical knowledge in wafer fabrication.
• Strong attention to detail, craftsmanship, and time management skills to prioritize multiple tasks.
• Problem-solving mindset and adaptability to changing priorities.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
• Commitment to fostering a safe and inclusive workspace.

Physical Requirements: 

• Comfortable lifting 30-50 pounds as part of daily work.
• Ability to work long hours or overtime when necessary to meet deadlines.

Preferred Skills and Knowledge 

• Basic computer skills, including familiarity with personal computers and online documentation.
• Ability to use basic tools and measurement instruments, such as calipers and gauges.
• Mathematical proficiency, including adding, subtracting, calculating percentages, and understanding tolerances.
• Strong communication skills for writing clear documentation, providing feedback, and collaborating with diverse teams.
• Flexibility to work varying shifts and meet cleanroom requirements, including wearing PPE and adhering to cleanroom standards.

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
• Free Food & Snacks
• Stock Option Plan
• Annual Bonus Plan eligible
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Base Salary: $100,000-$120,000

Additional Information

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all team members feel valued and supported. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds, including those from underrepresented communities in STEM. If you meet most of the qualifications and are excited about this opportunity, we encourage you to apply.