AMHS Hardware Engineer

Intel is hiring an AMHS Hardware Engineer. It pays €64k-€99k a year and Level rates it ; you can apply on Intel.

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Design, maintain, and troubleshoot automated material handling systems in a semiconductor manufacturing facility.

hardware-engineeringautomationdata-analyticstroubleshootingmanufacturing

Job Details:

Job Description:

The Role and Impact
An Automated Material Handling System (AMHS) Hardware Engineer is responsible for the design, installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement of automated systems that transport materials throughout a semiconductor manufacturing facility. The role ensures reliable, safe, and efficient movement of wafers, FOUPs (Front Opening Unified Pods), and materials between tools and stockers. Your day-to-day work will focus on creating robust solutions for automated systems, ensuring smooth factory operations and seamless integration across various manufacturing technologies.

Business group
Intel Foundry Services (IFS) is at the forefront of semiconductor manufacturing, providing cutting-edge solutions to meet the growing demands of our customers. As part of the IFS team, you will work in a dynamic environment focused on delivering world-class manufacturing excellence. This group plays a critical role in advancing Intel's broader mission to lead in the semiconductor industry and drive global technological innovation.

Key Responsibilities
- Monitor AMHS hardware performance and reliability.
- Improve AMHS availability, throughput, and efficiency.
- Provide engineering support to technicians and manufacturing teams and Serve as the hardware subject matter expert (SME).
- Apply advanced troubleshooting techniques to resolve automation system problems and optimize performance.
- Collaborate with technicians and cross-functional teams to implement predictive, prescriptive, and preventative maintenance programs for manufacturing equipment.
- Utilize data analytics to identify and address issues in manufacturing systems, driving continuous improvement initiatives.
- Work with vendors to troubleshoot existing and new equipment, ensuring compliance with safety and manufacturing readiness standards.
- Lead project management efforts for system upgrades, equipment installations, and factory ramp activities, including planning, budgeting, forecasting, and post-implementation reviews.
- Monitor system performance metrics and create improvement roadmaps to enhance equipment availability, quality, and productivity.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Mechatronic, Electro-Mechanical, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
- A minimum of 3 years of hands-on experience in an engineering role focused on manufacturing systems.
- Strong data analytics capability and statistical process analysis skills.
- Familiarity with automation systems and related troubleshooting processes.
- Ability to adhere to procedures and change control processes with precision and reliability.

Preferred Qualifications
- Mechanical and Electrical Engineering fundamentals
- PLC and control systems knowledge
- Failure analysis and problem-solving
- Data analysis and reliability engineering
- Project management
- Semiconductor manufacturing knowledge
- Communication and stakeholder management
- Advanced technical troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
- Experience developing and implementing maintenance programs for automated systems.
- Proven ability to investigate equipment failures and apply corrective and preventative actions.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a diverse team environment.
- Background in developing and managing continuous improvement initiatives for manufacturing equipment.
- Willingness to participate in a 24/7 on-call rotation to support global manufacturing facilities.

We are seeking dynamic and passionate professionals ready to make an impact within a fast-paced and innovative environment. If you are eager to contribute to cutting-edge technology development and support world-class manufacturing operations, we encourage you to join us in shaping the future of semiconductor solutions.

Job Type:

Experienced Hire

Shift:

Shift 1 (Ireland)

Primary Location:

Ireland, Leixlip

Additional Locations:

Posting Statement:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance.

Position of Trust

N/A

EU Salary

We offer a total compensation package that ranks among the best in the industry.

Annual Salary Range for this job which could be performed in Ireland is: €63,600.00 - €99,300.00 The compensation range displayed in this posting reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation for this position. Within this range, individual pay is determined by job related skills, experience, and relevant education, training. As part of our total compensation approach, the final offer may include additional pay components and benefits. Your recruiting team will share the confirmed base salary along with any applicable total compensation elements upon employment offer delivery.

Work Model for this Role

This role will require an on-site presence. * Job posting details (such as work model, location or time type) are subject to change.

How we rate this

AMHS Hardware Engineer at Intel rates 0 out of 100 for how much of the daily work is AI. That makes it Little AI (AI Level 1 of 4). The level is about AI in the job, not seniority.

Classification

Little AI. AI is not part of the work.

●●●● Builds AI80 to 100
●●●○ Works on AI60 to 79
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Key facts

AMHS Hardware Engineer is an open job at Intel.
Level rates this role AI Level 1 of 4: Little AI.
The listed salary is €64k-€99k a year.
The role is based in Ireland, Leixlip.
The job was posted on October 28, 2026.
Seniority: mid.
Applications are handled by Intel. Apply on Intel

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