Principal Equipment Engineer

Client Information:

My client is looking for an Principal Equipment Engineer to support the equipment engineers and technicians onsite. Including improvement projects and production support, working with specialist tools.

Responsibilities:

• Equipment improvements and upgrades and assistance with installations
• Working on associated equipment to minimize downtime during production to include phosphorous trap andgas cylinder changes using self-contained breathing apparatus SCBA (training will be provided, must be clean shaven).
• Oversee chemical, gases and spare parts control, chemical fills and waste management.
• Instruct and advise shift personnel in regard to procedure and solutions.
• Assist with logistic projects. E.g. equipment relocation, cleanroom reorganization, shipping, etc.
• Assist with shutdown activities.
• Liaison with equipment and spares suppliers and specialist service providers (including the supervision of external contractors and field service engineers).
• Develop and deliver preventative maintenance strategies to maximise equipment utilisation and up-time.

Requirements:

• HNC or Degree in an Electrical/Mechanical Engineering discipline.
• 5 years of experience within a Manufacturing/Semiconductor environment.
• Excellent Wafer Fab semiconductor equipment experience.
• Previous experience with MOVPE reactors or any CVD semiconductor equipment.
• Familiar with the use of hazardous chemicals and gases