MetOx International · 2 weeks ago
Senior Equipment Technician
Houston, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expMetOx International is pioneering the next era of energy security through breakthrough superconducting technology. The Senior Equipment Technician will lead maintenance activities, coach and mentor technicians, and ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards while performing advanced troubleshooting and maintenance on semiconductor manufacturing equipment.
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Responsibilities
Coach and mentor shift maintenance technicians, assign tasks, and monitor performance. Provide necessary training as required
In collaboration with production supervisors and site maintenance staff, coordinate daily maintenance activities to ensure timely and efficient execution
Serve as the primary point of contact for equipment-related issues during production shifts
Perform advanced troubleshooting, diagnostics, and repairs on semiconductor and/or equivalent manufacturing equipment (e.g., vacuum and plasma deposition, furnace operations, vapor deposition, Laser cutting, plating, metrology)
Lead preventive maintenance (PM) programs and ensure compliance with schedules
Maintain detailed records of maintenance activities, equipment performance, and downtime
Collaborate with engineering and production teams to identify and implement equipment and process improvements
Analyze equipment failure trends and recommend solutions to reduce recurrence
Support root cause analysis and corrective action implementation
Ensure all maintenance activities comply with safety standards and environmental regulations
Promote a culture of safety and continuous improvement within the maintenance team
Maintain compliance with state and federal regulatory requirements
Adhere to all company safety policies such as LOTO, Hot Work, Working at Heights, Electrical Distribution, etc
Manage spare parts inventory and coordinate procurement of maintenance supplies in collaboration with Supply Chain
Update and maintain equipment documentation, including manuals, schematics, and maintenance logs. Use company Document Management System
Use company CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System) for coordinating and documenting all maintenance activities
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Associate degree or technical certification in electronics, mechanical engineering, or related field
Minimum 5 years of experience in semiconductor or equivalent equipment maintenance, with at least 2 years in a leadership role
Strong knowledge of semiconductor or equivalent manufacturing equipment and processes
Proficiency in mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic systems
Proficiency in vacuum processes and leak detection
Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics
Effective communication and team leadership abilities
Preferred
CMRT (Certified Maintenance & Reliability Technician)
Benefits
Health, dental, and vision available on the first day of employment
401(k) match
Paid parental leave & adoption assistance
Educational reimbursement
Relocation assistance
And more!
Company
MetOx International
MetOx turns superconductivity into supply.
51-200 employees
H1B Sponsorship
MetOx International has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2022 (2)
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$146.2MKey Investors
Elemental ImpactUS Department of EnergyKoch Disruptive Technologies
2024-12-11Convertible Note
2024-11-19Series B· $15M
2024-10-22Grant· $80M
Leadership Team
Arthur Vos
Chief Executive Officer
Recent News
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