What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sr. Equipment Engineer - Diffusion position at TSMC?
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In this role you will support and be involved with troubleshooting, maintaining and improving technical CMP and automated handling equipment, components and assemblies. You will assist with all tasks related and assigned to the equipment group. You must be willing to learn new responsibilities as required and constructively work as a team with different types of technicians, engineers and managers.You will be responsible for tool installation, hook-up and acceptance as applicable. You will be expected to identify improvement opportunities to increase Equipment KPI. You will become certified on a variety of tool types and support and maintain spare parts inventory. Other responsibilities will be to check and utilize RTM (real time monitoring), SPC, Parts Tracking System, and other interrelated systems as applicable.
Responsibilities Included But Not Limited To
BS or MS in Mechanical Engineering (or related discipline)
3 years CMP Semiconductor Experience preferred but not required
Personal Attributes
All applicants must possess legal authorization to work in the United States. Please note that we are unable to provide sponsorship or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.
To be eligible for employment at TSMC, candidates must successfully pass a background check and a drug screening. Please note, in compliance with Washington state regulations, the drug screen will not test for cannabis (marijuana) use.
Work Location & Schedule:
This position operates on-site at our Camas, Washington location during core business hours, Monday through Friday 8 am – 5 pm; however, there may be occasions when additional hours are necessary to meet project demands.
Total Rewards
Pay Transparency & Other Compensation
At TSMC, your base pay is just one component of your comprehensive compensation package. For new hires in this position, the starting salary typically ranges between $88,672 and $121,923 per year. The full salary range for this Job Grade extends from $88,672 - $133,008 depending on factors such as skills, qualifications, education, experience, tenure, and position level. TSMC’s total compensation package also includes market-competitive pay, profit sharing and incentive bonuses, and tuition assistance.
Employees and their families are offered access to comprehensive coverage, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, our wellbeing program, as well as basic life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment insurance.
Additionally, employees can enroll in our 401(k) plan with an employer match and participate in the employee stock purchase program. Employees receive 10 recognized holidays per year and accrue 120 hours of paid time off annually their first year.
Onsite amenities include a fitness center, a game room, on-site physical therapist, and a subsidized café where meals cost as low as $6 a day!
If you have questions or want to learn more about our offered benefits, email recruitingwa@tsmc.com.
EOE Statement
TSMC Washington, LLC is committed to employing a diverse workforce and provides Equal Employment Opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
TSMC is an equal opportunity employer prizing diversity and inclusion. We are committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity. If you require reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please feel free to notify us at recruitingwa@tsmc.com. TSMC confirms to all applicants its commitment to meet TSMC’s obligations under applicable employment law. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis.
In this role you will support and be involved with troubleshooting, maintaining and improving technical CMP and automated handling equipment, components and assemblies. You will assist with all tasks related and assigned to the equipment group. You must be willing to learn new responsibilities as required and constructively work as a team with different types of technicians, engineers and managers.You will be responsible for tool installation, hook-up and acceptance as applicable. You will be expected to identify improvement opportunities to increase Equipment KPI. You will become certified on a variety of tool types and support and maintain spare parts inventory. Other responsibilities will be to check and utilize RTM (real time monitoring), SPC, Parts Tracking System, and other interrelated systems as applicable.
Responsibilities Included But Not Limited To
- Identify and record any problems relating to the product, process or quality system
- Initiate action to prevent the occurrence of any non-conformities
- Initiate, recommend and provide solutions, verify implementation of those solutions and control further processing or delivery until the deficiency has been corrected
- Control area budget by creating and implanting cost savings ideas
- Perform high-level troubleshooting on robotics, mechanical, pneumatic, chemical and electrical systems
- Perform routine maintenance and provide improvement opportunities for their procedures
- Implement/maintain certification programs
- Create training material for maintenance tasks
- Implement CIP programs to improve tool reliability and availability
BS or MS in Mechanical Engineering (or related discipline)
3 years CMP Semiconductor Experience preferred but not required
Personal Attributes
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills for cross-functional and geographically dispersed teams.
- Initiative-driven with adaptable priorities and responsibilities to support business needs.
- Team player with leadership skills, able to multitask in dynamic, fast-paced environments.
- Goal-driven with experience in high-performing team cultures.
- Quick to assimilate new technology.
- Skilled in troubleshooting complex problems and addressing root causes
All applicants must possess legal authorization to work in the United States. Please note that we are unable to provide sponsorship or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.
To be eligible for employment at TSMC, candidates must successfully pass a background check and a drug screening. Please note, in compliance with Washington state regulations, the drug screen will not test for cannabis (marijuana) use.
Work Location & Schedule:
This position operates on-site at our Camas, Washington location during core business hours, Monday through Friday 8 am – 5 pm; however, there may be occasions when additional hours are necessary to meet project demands.
Total Rewards
Pay Transparency & Other Compensation
At TSMC, your base pay is just one component of your comprehensive compensation package. For new hires in this position, the starting salary typically ranges between $88,672 and $121,923 per year. The full salary range for this Job Grade extends from $88,672 - $133,008 depending on factors such as skills, qualifications, education, experience, tenure, and position level. TSMC’s total compensation package also includes market-competitive pay, profit sharing and incentive bonuses, and tuition assistance.
- This position is also eligible for a Sign-On Bonus depending on various factors.
- This position is also eligible for a Relocation Bonus depending on various factors.
Employees and their families are offered access to comprehensive coverage, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, our wellbeing program, as well as basic life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment insurance.
Additionally, employees can enroll in our 401(k) plan with an employer match and participate in the employee stock purchase program. Employees receive 10 recognized holidays per year and accrue 120 hours of paid time off annually their first year.
Onsite amenities include a fitness center, a game room, on-site physical therapist, and a subsidized café where meals cost as low as $6 a day!
If you have questions or want to learn more about our offered benefits, email recruitingwa@tsmc.com.
EOE Statement
TSMC Washington, LLC is committed to employing a diverse workforce and provides Equal Employment Opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
TSMC is an equal opportunity employer prizing diversity and inclusion. We are committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity. If you require reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please feel free to notify us at recruitingwa@tsmc.com. TSMC confirms to all applicants its commitment to meet TSMC’s obligations under applicable employment law. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis.
Salary : $88,672 - $121,923
