Equipment Maintenance Engineer

We are SMART Photonics – a pure-play foundry, specializing in the fabrication of next-generation Photonic Integrated Circuits (PICs). Committed to innovation and customer-driven solutions, we are at the forefront of technological advancements in integrated photonics.

We are seeking a highly skilled Equipment Maintenance Engineer to ensure the optimal performance, reliability, and efficiency of semiconductor manufacturing equipment. In this role, you will work closely with Operations, Process Engineering, and R&D teams to enhance tool uptime, implement process improvements, and drive innovation in our fabrication processes.

As an Equipment Maintenance Engineer at SMART Photonics, you will play a key role in maintaining
semiconductor equipment to ensure maximum uptime and performance. You will work closely
with other teams, such as Operations and Process Engineers, to enhance the efficiency and
capacity of equipment while ensuring adherence to health, safety, and environmental
regulations.

In this role, you will report to the Cluster Lead of the Equipment Engineering team.

Key Responsibilities:

Equipment Maintenance & Uptime Maximization:

• Execute equipment preventive maintenances;
• Optimize equipment uptime;
• Troubleshoot equipment malfunctions and resolve complex issues;

Equipment Optimization & Improvement:

• Analyze equipment performance data to identify trends and areas for improvement;
• Implement improvement initiatives, updating FMEA;
• Collaborate with process engineers and operations to drive process improvements;
• Plan preventive maintenance procedures;
• Ensure compliance with safety, health, and environmental regulations.

Capacity & Productivity Enhancement:

• Optimize maintenance schedules and participate in projects for tool introduction and
  modification;
  Analyze tool behavior and propose solutions for root cause issues.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in a technical field such as Electrical or Mechanical
  Engineering;
• Experience in equipment maintenance in semiconductor or related industry, preferably Lithography equipment;
• Cleanroom experience;
• Hands-on mentality – you like to work with equipment and maintain our tools;
• Flexibility is key for this role;
• Able to adapt to changes in a fast-paced environment;
• Great communication skills in English.

What we offer:

• An opportunity to make impact in the rapidly evolving Photonics industry;
• A collaborative and innovative environment, with a diverse and talented team from
  around the globe;
• Professional growth opportunities supported by a career development plan;
• Access to over 250 online courses to enhance your skills and knowledge;
• A vitality program, including office fruit, a bicycle plan, coaching, and more!…