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TSMC Arizona is looking for a Dry Etch Equipment Engineer to join our 5-nanometer fab, located in sunny Phoenix, Arizona. As an Equipment Engineer, you will demonstrate a strong sense of reliability and enthusiasm and will possess an attitude that embodies our core values – Integrity, Commitment, Innovation and Customer Trust.

At TSMC Arizona’s Dry Etch Department, you will focus on improving tool performance and availability while meeting uptime and cycle time requirements. No prior experience required, though previous experience in equipment maintenance or improvement is a plus. You can pursue your passion in semiconductors/engineering by using state-of-the-art, agile and intelligent operating systems to drive manufacturing excellence.

Job Description:

Your main responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Handling etching equipment in clean room environment.
• Installing/qualifying new tool sets according to planned schedule to add capacity in a timely manner.
• Solving critical equipment issues.
• Improving tool uptime availability and utilization efficiency.
• Identifying and pursuing opportunities for hardware capability enhancement.
• Driving defect reduction.
• Communicating with cross-function engineers or vendors.
• Managing vendor relationships and being responsible for module liaison with facilities, vendor, and manufacturing shift personnel.
• Collaborating effectively with equipment and material suppliers and partners to identify technology gaps and deficiencies; devise, evaluate and qualify mitigation and continuous improvement solutions.

Minimum Qualifications:

Applicants must be legally eligible to work in the United States and have:

• A minimum of a B.S. degree in Electronics, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Material Science, Chemical Engineering or Automation Engineering related fields.

Personal Attributes:

• Basic mechanical-related knowledge and knowledge of semiconductor processes are a plus.
• Good problem-solving and communication skills as well as a willingness to learn.
• Able to adapt priorities and responsibilities to support business needs.
• An excellent team player with leadership skills that can multitask and thrive in a very dynamic and fast-paced environment.
• The ability to troubleshoot complex problems and to own the efforts to address and resolve root causes.
• Able to lift weight consistent with applicable regulations and/or safety guidelines, including NIOSH Lifting Recommendations.
• Able to work in a cleanroom environment, gowning up in coveralls, hoods, boots, safety glasses and gloves. Spend significant amount of time on the factory floor working on the tools.
• Goal driven with demonstrated ability of working in a high performing team culture.