Implant Equipment Engineer
Samsung Electronics is hiring an Implant Equipment Engineer. It pays $70k-$179k a year and Level rates it ; you can apply on Samsung Electronics.
Level's read on this job
- Little AI ●○○○ is how Level rates this role: aI is not part of the work.
- Tools and skills the posting cites include equipment maintenance, troubleshooting and semiconductor manufacturing.
- Level classifies it as a mid-level role.
- Level lists 596 other open roles at Samsung Electronics.
AI in this role
Support 300mm implant equipment and process capabilities, driving yield improvements and equipment uptime in a manufacturing fab.
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Position Summary
This position is for an Implant Engineer that will support equipment and process capabilities of 300mm tools for the Implant department in Taylor, Texas.You will be a part of a team that focuses on installing and keeping tools running at peak efficiency; and driving yield improvements, reducing defects and optimizing operating costs. You'll also work to implement continuous improvement initiatives within the fast-paced 24/7 manufacturing environment.
Role and Responsibilities
Here's what you'll be responsible for:
- Leading the installation to qualify Implant equipment to meet Samsung production readiness and timelines while ensuring a defect-free installation.•
- Maintaining equipment uptime performance through real-time issue resolution (mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, vacuum, defects) and driving continuous improvements.•
- Revising and maintaining SOPs, recording daily tool activity, generating gameplans and capturing lessons learned to support our operations team.
- Collaborating with major equipment vendors (AMAT, Nissin, Axcelis) on technical issues, new product introductions, and improvements
- Leading cross-functional initiatives relating to equipment and process interactions such as improving yield, reducing wafer loss, or other department metrics.
Skills and Qualifications
Here's what you'll need:
4+ years of industry experience as a tool owner in Implant.
BS/MS degree in Electrical, Chemical, or Mechanical Engineer, Physics, or related field of study.
Prior experience of Implants within a wafer fabrication process and familiarity with various failure modes
Excellent troubleshooting skills utilizing data and a structured problem-solving approach
Strong communication and collaboration skills
The current base salary range for this role is between $70,480 - $179,090. Individual base pay rates will depend on factors including duties, work location, education, skills, qualifications and experience. Total compensation for this position will include a competitive benefits package and may include participation in company incentive compensation programs, which are based on factors to include organizational and individual performance.
Total Rewards
At Samsung Austin Semiconductor, base pay is just one part of our total compensation package. The base compensation for this role will depend on education, experience, skills, and location.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Life insurance and 401(k) matching with immediate vesting
Onsite café(s) and workout facilities
Paid maternity and paternity leave
Paid time off (PTO) + 2 personal holidays and 10 regular holidays
Wellness incentives and MORE
Eligible full-time employees (salaried or hourly) may also receive MBO bonuses based on company, division, and individual performance.
All positions at Samsung Austin Semiconductor are full-time on-site.
U.S. Export Control Compliance
This role may require access to information subject to U.S. export control laws. Applicants must be authorized to access such information or eligible for government authorization.
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How we rate this
Implant Equipment Engineer at Samsung Electronics 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.
Little AI. AI is not part of the work.
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- ●●●○ Works on AI60 to 79
- ●●○○ Uses AI40 to 59
- ●○○○ Little AI0 to 39
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- Tell me about a project where equipment maintenance was part of your work. What did you do?
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- Tell me about a project where semiconductor manufacturing was part of your work. What did you do?
- Tell me about a project where process improvement was part of your work. What did you do?
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